Illustration of three Am241/Be Industrial Neutron Sources

Americium-Beryllium (AmBe) Industrial Neutron Sources.

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QSA Global, Inc. manufactures Americium-Beryllium (AmBe) sealed neutron sources for industrial gauging and analysis applications worldwide. Our AmBe sealed sources are double encapsulated in stainless steel components and designed to withstand harsh industrial environments.

Industrial AmBe Key Specifications

Radiation Type Neutron Source
Measurement Neutron Backscatter, Level, PGNAA Mineral & Moisture Analysis, Calibration
Standard Activity Range 1 mCi-20 Ci (37 MBq-740 GBq)
Nominal Output 2.2 x 106 neutrons/s per Ci
Average Energy 4.2 MeV
Half-Life 432 years
Neutron Dose Rate 2.2-2.7 mrem/hr at 1 m/Ci
0.59-0.73 µSv/hr at 1 m/GBq
Gamma Dose Rate 2.5 mrem/hr/ at 1 m/Ci
0.68 µSv/hr/ at 1 m/GBq
Recommended Working Life 15 years

Industrial Am-241/Be Source Design

QSA Global, Inc. has over 60 years of experience developing and manufacturing AmBe sealed sources for industrial gauging and calibration applications.  The following are our most popular AmBe industrial sealed sources. We have many more options available and can guide custom capsule design when needed. 

Capsule Code: X1

US Model #: AMN.V997
Activity 1 mCi - 50 mCi
(37 MBq-1.85 GBq)
Dimensions Ø0.31 in x 0.40 in
(Ø7.8 mm x 10.0 mm)
Double Encapsulated 316L Stainless Steel
Special Form Certificate USA/0632/S-96
ISO/ANSI Rating 66545

Capsule Code: X2

US Model #: AMN.PE1
Activity 1 mCi – 550 mCi
(37 MBq-20.4 GBq)
Dimensions Ø0.69 in x 0.76 in
(Ø17.5 mm x 19.4 mm)
Double Encapsulated 316L Stainless Steel
Special Form Certificate USA/0624/S-96
ISO/ANSI Rating 66646

Capsule Code: X3

US Model #: AMN.PE2
Activity 500 mCi – 1 Ci
(18.5 -37 GBq)
Dimensions Ø0.88 in x 1.23 in
(Ø22.5 mm x 31.2 mm)
Double Encapsulated 316L Stainless Steel
Special Form Certificate USA/0631/S-96
ISO/ANSI Rating 66545

Capsule Code: X4

US Model #: AMN.PE3
Activity 3 Ci (111 GBq)
Dimensions Ø0.88 in x 1.91 in
(Ø22.5 mm x 48.6 mm)
Double Encapsulated 316L Stainless Steel
Special Form Certificate USA/0623/S-96
ISO/ANSI Rating 66545

Capsule Code: X14

US Model #: AMN.PE4
Activity 5 - 20 Ci
(185 -740 GBq)
Dimensions Ø1.18 x 2.37 in
(Ø30.1 mm x 60.2 mm)
Double Encapsulated 316L Stainless Steel
Special Form Certificate USA/0629/S-96
ISO/ANSI Rating 66545

Worldwide AmBe Delivery

QSA Global, Inc. provides many options for loading and shipping AmBe sources worldwide, including:

  • We will ship your AmBe sealed sources in our Type A transport containers. You can return the container to us or purchase it for continual use.
  • You can send your empty gauges to us. We will load your gauges with AmBe sealed sources and send them back to you or drop-ship them directly to your customers to save you time and logistics costs. When we drop-ship to your customers, our regulatory support team works with your customers to complete all required paperwork to successfully transport the gauges to your customers. We can also arrange clearance at US destination ports to help prevent transport delays when shipping internationally.
Black sealed sources shipping container

Industrial Am-241/Be FAQs

  • What type of gauges are your industrial AmBe sealed sources compatible with?

    QSA Global offers AmBe sealed sources in a wide variety of sizes and activities, and there are options compatible with all gauge manufacturers. Some of the most common gauge manufacturers we work with are:

  • I'm looking for an Amersham or AEA Technology source. Can you help me?
    QSA Global, Inc. was formerly known as Amersham Corporation and AEA Technology, among others. We are the original equipment manufacturer of AmBe, Am-241, Cf-252, Cs-137, and Co-60 industrial sealed radioactive sources.
  • Can I look up my industrial AmBe source by serial number, model number, capsule code, or product code?

    With our extensive knowledge working with various manufacturers and gauge models worldwide, QSA Global can quickly identify and verify your sealed AmBe sealed sources.

    Specifically, we have a comprehensive database of source manufacture dates, SSDRs, source certificates, and serial numbers to identify the radioactive source inside your gauges and provide the special form certifications required to transport your AmBe sources and gauges legally.

  • What AmBe source size do I need?

    QSA Global provides technical guidance on the capsule dimensions, interface, assembly, and specific handling features based on your preferences and needs.  We can help replace an old source or design a new source for your application.

  • What options are available for AmBe sealed source transport?

    QSA Global, Inc. provides many options for loading and shipping AmBe sources worldwide, including:

    • We will ship your AmBe sealed sources in our Type A transport containers. You can return the container to us or purchase it for continual use.
    • You can send your empty gauges to us. We will load your gauges with AmBe sealed sources and send them back to you or drop-ship them directly to your customers to save you time and logistics costs. When we drop-ship to your customers, our regulatory support team works with your customers to complete all required paperwork to successfully transport the gauges to your customers. We can also arrange clearance at US destination ports to help prevent transport delays when shipping internationally.
  • Are your AmBe sources Special Form or Normal Form?

    QSA Global's AmBe neutron sources are Special Form and we offer exceptional regulatory support.

  • How can I find a replacement AmBe source?

    If you provide us with the serial number, U.S. model number, Special Form Certificate (SFC), or product code, and we can match this to the replacement source you need.  

    Don't have that information handy? QSA Global has a comprehensive database of source manufacture dates, SSDRs, source certificates, and serial numbers to identify what radioactive source is inside your gauges and provide the special form certifications required to transport your sources and gauges legally.

  • Can you help me recycle/dispose of old AmBe sources?

    Yes. please visit our disposition services page for details on how QSA Global, Inc. can help you recycle/dispose of your unwanted AmBe sealed sources.

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    QSA Global's industrial AmBe sealed sources are available in many different sizes and activities.  Our multi-disciplined technical experts are here to help you find the right AmBe for your neutron backscatter, level, PGNAA mineral & moisture analysis, or calibration gauging applications.  

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    AmBe Disposition Services.

    Industrial AmBe neutron sources that are no longer required must be transferred to a licensed recipient for final disposition. QSA Global can provide all the services needed for the disposition of your AmBe sealed sources.

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    Formerly known as Amersham Corporation and AEA Technology, QSA Global, Inc. is the original equipment manufacturer of Am-241, Am-241/Be, Cf-252, Cs-137, and Co-60 industrial sealed radioactive sources.