Radio Isotope Fume Hood

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Stainless steel lining and work surface with coved corners that facilitate thorough cleaning and a reinforced countertop to support lead bricks, are some of the features incorporated into the Radio Isotope Hood. These features will help to insure operator safety and convenience in procedures that involve the use and handling of radioactive materials.

Design

The Radio Isotope Hood comes equipped with a type 304 stainless steel sash frame with a full width flush pull and is glazed with 7/32" thick laminated safety glass. A counterweight provides for one finger operation of the sash at any position. A lower stainless steel airfoil acts as a sash stop to maintain a 1" space, below the closed sash, which allows air to continuously flow across the work surface.

The interior lining of the Radio Isotope Fume Hood is type 304 stainless steel. All seams are welded and ground smooth to eliminate the build-up of radioactive materials. The work surface, which is constructed of the same materials, is welded to the lining, making the liner and work surface integral and water tight. In addition, the work surface is reinforced to support 200 lbs. per square foot up to a total weight of 1,000 lbs. per Hood or base cabinet section.

Double wall construction of the Hood superstructure allows space for installation of service fixtures. Access for installation and maintenance is acquired through the removable stainless steel interior access panel or by removing the exterior side panel of the superstructure. A built-in bypass feature above the Hood sash works to maintain a relatively constant face velocity at any sash position.

Interior Lighting

The interior of the Radio Isotope Fume Hood is brightly lit by a maximum width dual fluorescent light fixture. The fixture is mounted behind a sealed safety glass panel to isolate the fixture from corrosive fumes and flammable vapors. Replacement of fluorescent tubes is accomplished from the exterior top front of the Fume Hood superstructure.

Options

Optional service and electrical fixtures are available for installation in the Radio Isotope Fume Hood. Mounting holes are provided in the superstructure for on-site installation of the required service fixtures.

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