Re: How to electronically detect X-RAYS???

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From: Allen Wallace
Date: Wed, 04 Nov 1992 17:37

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In article <1992Oct31.170935.1393@cactus.org> Charles Thompson,
thompson@cactus.org writes:
>I am looking for a sensitive X-ray detector.
>What is the best way to detect X-rays?

Another idea that comes to mind is to use neon bulbs. Neon lamps need
a photon or gamma ray to start the bulb. Some bulbs have a small amount
of radioactive "starter". Just put the bulb in a relaxation oscillator,
and
the flash rate should indicate light or gamma ray levels. You can use old
NIXIE neon tubes for more sensitivity because of their increased volume.
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