🌍 Stay Safe, Stay Informed with the GQ GMC-800!
The GQ GMC-800 Geiger Counter is a state-of-the-art nuclear radiation detector designed for both personal and group use. It accurately measures Beta, Gamma, and X-ray radiation with a user-friendly interface, large color LCD display, and multiple alarm types. Compliant with US national standards, it features long-term data storage, rechargeable battery, and easy connectivity, making it an essential tool for safety and awareness in any environment.
J**.
Perfect for testing uranium glass!
I bought this as a verification for finding authentic uranium glass and it works like a charm! I love that it's rechargeable but I can also easily replace the rechargeable battery. It's a good size for taking with me when trying to find UV glass as it's about the size of a cell phone and fits in my pocket easily. The screen is clear, it's audible but not too loud, it has lots of options (especially love the dark mode!) and only takes a minute to read the cpm of any given glas piece! Super easy to use. Highly recommend as an affordable option for us uranium hunters!
H**E
Nuclear Radiation Detector
The media could not be loaded. Although the item is lightweight, the materials that were chosen seem to be sturdy enough to survive the everyday handling that it undergoes. Even when the levels of illumination are low, the huge color LCD display is bright and simple to see. When I utilized this device in a low-light condition, I must say that the screen functioned quite well, providing me with clear readings without causing my eyes to strain. You can easily move between the various alarms and settings because of the menu's user-friendly interface, which has navigation buttons that react quickly. I discovered that its measurements were very accurate, with only tiny discrepancies, when compared to the readings of other professional equipment that I have in my laboratory. When I am monitoring ambient levels or testing particular things for contamination, it is comforting to know that it has the capability to deliver dependable results. Depending on the location in which I am working, the five various forms of alarms—sound, vibration, light, data recording, and email notification—provide me with a variety of alternatives to tailor the manner in which I get alerts. This is really helpful.
J**J
Simple and handy
Works great. Comes fully charged. Measures Beta, Gamma and X rays. Pocket sized, nice price, a good tool to keep on hand. For the pro? No. For a keen hobbyist and at times concerned citizen? Sure. Would recommend.
R**B
Works well and easy to use
I bought this after my cat was treated with radioactive iodine for a thyroid tumor. The cat had to stay at the vet clinic for 3 days before her radioactivity level was low enough to come home but even then she had to be kept isolated for 2 weeks without me spending more than 10 minutes a couple of times a day within 6 feet of her. I also had to put her litter waste into a bucket for disposal for those 2 weeks.This device came in really handy as it allowed me to see exactly what radiation level the cat was giving off and see how it dropped off the farther away from her I got. This allowed me to feel more comfortable spending more time in the room with her during the second week. It was surprising to see how much the radioactivity level climbed when I put the device right next to her neck/thyroid area vs further down her body or when she was even a few inches away from the device. This also provided a way to check the radioactivity level of the waste buckets before putting them in the trash. The one from the first week was kept isolated for an additional week to allow more time for the radiation level to reduce before disposing of it. It was good to check the area of the room the cat likes to sleep in and see that there was no residual level of radiation showing when the cat was finally let out of the room. I was still reading some lower levels of radiation from the cat when I put the device right by her neck/thyroid area.I liked the ability to switch between the different measurement units on this device and the ability to silence the noise level while still seeing a clear LED display of green/yellow/red blink at the top as it detected radiation levels. The specific measurements were easy to read on the screen. I used this device for 20 to 90 minutes a day for the first couple of weeks of owning it and the battery level is still over 80% on the original charge.
S**C
Great product!
Great value. This is a product that is not proffesional grade but will give you exact measurements. The colorful screen gives a great view and the size makes it that you can bring it everywhere. Battery lasts great.
T**S
Surprisingly powerful and easy to use right out of the box
I bought this to test some old dishware I suspected might still carry a bit of a radioactive legacy, and it absolutely delivered. As soon as it arrived, I unboxed it and was happy to find the battery had some charge. I immediately grabbed one of my 1940s Fiesta "Radioactive Red" plates and a few newer dishes to compare. It showed a normal background level until I brought it within about a foot of the old plate, and then it alarmed when it touched the dish—exactly what I was hoping for to confirm the reading.It seems like the sensor is located in the middle of the device since that's where the readings peaked. I also checked around the house a bit, especially in the basement since we have radon and a mitigation system. The floor drain brought the readings up just a bit, but overall everything looked safe, which was reassuring. I know Geiger counters at this price aren't going to give lab-grade precision, but this one is more than good enough for practical use, and I was genuinely impressed with how effective it was right out of the gate.The style and compact form factor were also a big plus for me. It feels modern, it’s easy to handle, and the interface is intuitive without being cluttered. I’ve never used a radiation detector before, and this one just clicks (and beeps) for me. I'm honestly kind of ecstatic to have found something that works so well and is this easy to use.
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