RaySafe i3 Personal Dosimetry Radiation Monitoring System

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RaySafe i3 Real-time Dose Monitoring System

Name: RaySafe i3 Real-time Dose Monitoring System
Brand: Fluke Biomedical

Monitor your X-ray dose exposure instantly.

The RaySafe i3 is an active dosimetry system that provides real-time insights about radiation exposure, helping medical staff and physicians evaluate and directly adjust their behaviors and more effectively use all the radiation reduction solutions provided in the room.

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Product Details

RaySafe i3

Overview

Manage your radiation exposure instantly with the i3 system

The RaySafe i3 system is the latest generation of the real-time dosimetry family. The system includes a set of the new RaySafe real-time personal radiation dosimeters coupled with a display and software to provide with a complete, immediate visual of radiation exposures.

Visualize X-ray exposure with the new i3 real-time personal radiation dosimeter using easy-to-read bar graphs. Instant feedback empowers your medical staff to learn and adapt their behavior on the go, minimizing unnecessary radiation exposure.

Measurements are simultaneously stored for post-procedure analysis, facilitating continued learning and to enable comparisons over time, between labs and between users.

RaySafe i3 offers the following important benefits

Replaceable battery prolonged life cycle
The new Real-time Dosimeter has a replaceable battery, which means that longevity depends solely on wear and tear.

Better immunity to interference
RaySafe i2 dosimeters are sensitive to certain cell phone signals. The new Real-time Dosimeter is greatly improved in this regard no interference has been observed during heavy testing.

Automatic sleep mode
Only active dosimeters will populate the screen, regardless of where the inactive units are stored.

Enhanced measurement performance
Wider angular response means that radiation coming from below and from the sides is measured in a predictable fashion. Lowered dose rate threshold results in improved response when used with the latest low dose X-ray machines.

Testimonials

"The improvement in radiation protection has been more than dramatic at the URMC. There is no substitute for a constant and real-time reminder of the dose being received."

- Labib H. Syed, M.D., M.P.H. University of Rochester Medical Center

"We feel better about our work and our safety. Now that we see what RaySafe real-time dosimetry does for us, we wouldn’t want to work at a place that doesn’t have it.”

- Dawn Dowling, Technologist Lawrence General Hospital

Applications

Radiation Safety

Radiation protection is important because:

Radiation exposure from medical procedures has increased dramatically during the last few years

Radiation Exposure

Interventional cardiologists receive the highest amounts of radiation among medical personnel
Radiation exposure can be reduced significantly by optimizing behavior and by using protective devices

Radiation Safety Culture

ABCs for a Radiation Safety Culture

Avoidance

Protective clothing and devices, such as lead aprons, thyroid collars, glasses, ceiling suspended screens and table-mounted lead curtains, are the first line of defense against radiation exposure. Personal dosimeters are used to monitor and help regulate exposure.

Behavior

Your behavior will affect your radiation exposure. When feasible, increase the distance and decrease the exposure time. Furthermore, scatter radiation is typically lower on the detector side.

Finally, ensure that the proper equipment and appropriate techniques are used, including collimating the X-ray beam.

Control

Ultimately, controlling your dose is easiest when it is known. Only an active dosimeter, such as RaySafe i3, provides constant, real-time radiation exposure information. With the information it provides, healthcare workers can take action to reduce their dose.

Software

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Manual

RaySafe Dose Viewer Manual

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RaySafe i3 Instructions for Use

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White Paper

Real-time staff dose radiation monitoring: Immediate and long-term solutions for reducing medical radiation risks

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Frequently Asked Questions

RaySafe i3 / i2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Manual » Service Manual

RaySafe i3 Installation & Service Manual

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Certification

RaySafe i3 EU Declaration of Conformity

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Leaflet

Radiation Glossary

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RaySafe i3 Product Leaflet

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RaySafe i3 Safety Poster

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Videos

Webinars

Keep Your Radiation Dose Under Control Using Visual Feedback

Learn the risks of prolonged radiation exposure, learn guidelines to managing their radiation exposure in their work environment

Real-time X-ray Dose - The ABCs of Radiation Safety

Keep Your Radiation Dose Under Control Using Visual Feedback

Learn the risks of prolonged radiation exposure, learn guidelines to managing their radiation exposure in their work environment

Real-time X-ray Dose - The ABCs of Radiation Safety

Learn the risks of prolonged radiation exposure, learn guidelines to managing their radiation exposure in their work environment, and preview traditional and upcoming trends in radiation monitoring, including real-time dose monitoring systems.

RaySafe i3 Real-time Dosimetry System

Staff exposure to radiation due to the increasing use of minimally invasive, image-guided medical procedures continues to grow, but so does awareness of the need for rules and regulations governing the maximum dose of radiation allowed. These...

Real-time Radiation Dosimeter

RaySafe i3 Real-time Radiation Dosimeter

See how radiation exposure can instantly be managed with the RaySafe i3 dosimeter. It provides immediate feedback so medical staff can see how changes in behavior and X-ray equipment use can reduce radiation exposure, instantly.

Equipment Modification

Understanding Behavior and Control: Equipment Use

There are things that we can do on X-ray equipment that will ultimately allow us to try to reduce our dose or reduce the amount of scattered radiation going through the room.

Watch the Understanding Behavior and Control video now to learn more about how you can supervise your behavior and exposure!

Understanding Behavior and Control

Educating radiation clinicians and medical staff on their ability to protect themselves as they face radiation exposure in their daily lives is key to their safety.

You should be committed to incorporating ALARA into your daily work routine to reduce radiation exposure. As technology advances

ALARA Radiation Safety Principles

You should be committed to incorporating ALARA into your daily work routine to reduce radiation exposure. As technology advances and increasingly sophisticated techniques are used it is hard to keep up. Learn more about this important topic and how...

Real-time radiation dosimeters, coupled with a display and software, to provide a complete, immediate visual of exposure.

RaySafe i3 - Real-time Personal Dosimetry

Personal dosimetry radiation monitoring systems include a set of real-time personal radiation dosimeters, coupled with a display and software, to provide a complete, immediate visual of radiation exposure.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dosimeters can be shown at the same time on a Real-time display?

Real-time measurements from up to eight dosimeters are shown simultaneously on the screen. The i3 has a sleep mode so only active dosimeters user show on the screen. The i2 dosimeters are always on and shown on the screen when in range.

Can I install the Real-time Display in another room than the lab? What is the communication range of the display?

The real-time display can be installed anywhere, it only needs a power outlet (network connection is optional). The dosimeters communicate with the display via radio. The radio communication range depends on the local environment and the Real-time Display settings (Service Manual) but is normally about 5-15 meters.

Does the dosimeter accumulate dose even when there is no Real-time Display nearby?

The dosimeter always measures and stores dose data on its internal memory, regardless of whether there is a display in range or not. You can view the dose history at any time by connecting the dosimeter to a computer running Dose Viewer. To see the dose rate live, the dosimeter needs to be visible on a real-time display. The dosimeter shows up on any Real-time Display within communication range, it is not paired with a certain display.

Do I need to send the dosimeter in for calibration?

No, the dosimeter is designed for maintenance-free usage throughout its lifetime.

How long does the battery in the dosimeter last?

The RaySafe Real-time Dosimeter: Approximately 1 year of normal use. The battery can be replaced. See the Installation and service manual for guidance. The RaySafe i2 dosimeter: Typically 3-5 years, depending on usage. If the battery is out, contact your RaySafe representative or RaySafe Support Contact.

How do I find the dose history?

To access the dose history recorded in the Real-time Display, tap on the row for your dosimeter on the display. To access the internal dosimeter memory, connect the dosimeter to a computer running Dose Viewer.

Can I use the dosimeter for measurements in the primary X-ray beam?

No, the intended use for the i3 and i2 systems are to measure scattered radiation only.

Does Dose Viewer work with either the i2 or i3?

The Dose Viewer version 1.1.13.0, delivered with the RaySafe i3, is backwards compatible with the RaySafe i2. Older versions of Dose Viewer need to be updated to support i3 Real-time Dosimeters.

Is there a difference in the i2 and i3 batteries?

The RaySafe i3 has a customer replaceable battery, which prolongs the product life cycle up to 10 years. The RaySafe i2 badge needs to be replaced when the battery ends in <5 years.

Is EMC interference, from devices such as cell phones, still an issue with real-time dosimeter badges?

The EMC immunity in the i3 has been significantly improved over the i2, reducing possible interference.

How good is the measurement performance?

The i3 measurement performance is an improvement over the i2, and includes angular reception making it more accurate.

Does the i3 have a cradle for connecting the dosimeter to the computer?

No, the i3 does not use a cradle like the i2. The improved i3 design lets you just use a USB cable to connect the dosimeter to the computer.

If an aspect of the dosimeter badge such as the clip breaks, do I have to replace the entire badge?

The i3 has improved wear-ability with a replaceable reinforced plastic clip. The i2 had a metallic clip that could not be replaced.

The colors distinguishing the badges is helpful but is it possible for us to put names on the badges too? That would be less confusing.

The i3 has room for naming, whereas the i2 does not.

Can the RaySafe i2 and i3 be used together with Philips DoseAware?

Yes, they can, i2 and i3 dosimeters will show up on DoseAware base station screens and DoseAware dosimeters will show up on the i2 and i3 base stations screens. As the icons used for dosimeters are not the same for i2/i3 and DoseAware, the dosimeters might however appear differently.

How can I update my current Dose Viewer application for my new i3 dosimeters?

Please visit www.RaySafe.com/i3/downloads, download and install the latest Dose Viewer that support i2 and i3 dosimeters.

If I update the Dose Viewer software, can I still use my i2 badges?

Yes, you can.

Can I use a combination of i2 and i3 dosimeter badges?

Yes, can combine i2 and i3 badges but be aware that measurement results may differ. We recommend that you replace the i2 badges with i3 ones as soon as possible to increase the efficiency of your RTSD.

What is Dose Manager and what does it do?

Dose Manager is a software installed on your PC to see the history of dose exposures. You can see a dosimeter’s exposure over time and compare it to other dosimeters. With Dose Manager, you can also collect dosimeters exposure history from the Real-time Display and do not need to connect them individually to your computer. Dose Viewer compared to DoseManager can only show information for one dosimeter at the same time, and the dosimeter must be connected directly to your computer when you look at the history.

Can Dose Manager be used with the new i3 dosimeters?

Dose Manager can be used with the new i3 dosimeters if you collect the dose information from your Real-time Displays using a network connection or with a USB memory. The i3 dosimeters unfortunately cannot currently be connected directly to Dose Manager by the USB cable.

Can we show the same information as on the Real-time Display on any hospital monitor?

Unfortunately, this is not possible with the RaySafe i2/i3. This is something that we look in to for the future but currently only the Real-time Display can be used to visualize the exposure situation in real time.

Can I add i3 badges to my Real-time dosimeter system?

Yes, additional badges are available for purchase.

In brief, what are the five best things about the i3 versus the i2?

Prolonged life cycle
improved EMC immunity
better measurement specifications
automatic sleep mode
improved wearability.

Are the i3 badges legal dose of record?

No, i3 badges are not legal dose of record. The readings they record should be used for reference and behavior modification.

Does the system sound an alarm when dose gets high?

No, the feedback is visual. Because of this, it is best for the Raysafe Display to be located in an easily visible location for the staff.

How long will idle badges take to go to sleep?

i3 badges will enter sleep mode after 9 minutes of not detecting any movement.

Can you configure i3 badges to be always on?

Yes, i3 badges can be set to stay on all the time. This will drain the battery faster, however.

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RaySafe i3 Real-time Dose Monitoring System

Request a quote or demo

Product Details

Manage your radiation exposure instantly with the i3 system

RaySafe i3 offers the following important benefits

Testimonials

Radiation Safety

ABCs for a Radiation Safety Culture

RaySafe Dose Viewer

Manual

White Paper

Frequently Asked Questions

Manual » Service Manual

Certification

Leaflet

Webinars

Videos

Keep Your Radiation Dose Under Control Using Visual Feedback

Real-time X-ray Dose - The ABCs of Radiation Safety

RaySafe i3 Real-time Dosimetry System

RaySafe i3 Real-time Radiation Dosimeter

Understanding Behavior and Control: Equipment Use

Understanding Behavior and Control

ALARA Radiation Safety Principles

RaySafe i3 - Real-time Personal Dosimetry

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dosimeters can be shown at the same time on a Real-time display?

Can I install the Real-time Display in another room than the lab? What is the communication range of the display?

Does the dosimeter accumulate dose even when there is no Real-time Display nearby?

Do I need to send the dosimeter in for calibration?

How long does the battery in the dosimeter last?

How do I find the dose history?

Can I use the dosimeter for measurements in the primary X-ray beam?

Does Dose Viewer work with either the i2 or i3?

Is there a difference in the i2 and i3 batteries?

Is EMC interference, from devices such as cell phones, still an issue with real-time dosimeter badges?

How good is the measurement performance?

Does the i3 have a cradle for connecting the dosimeter to the computer?

If an aspect of the dosimeter badge such as the clip breaks, do I have to replace the entire badge?

The colors distinguishing the badges is helpful but is it possible for us to put names on the badges too? That would be less confusing.

Can the RaySafe i2 and i3 be used together with Philips DoseAware?

How can I update my current Dose Viewer application for my new i3 dosimeters?

If I update the Dose Viewer software, can I still use my i2 badges?

Can I use a combination of i2 and i3 dosimeter badges?

What is Dose Manager and what does it do?

Can Dose Manager be used with the new i3 dosimeters?

Can we show the same information as on the Real-time Display on any hospital monitor?

Can I add i3 badges to my Real-time dosimeter system?

In brief, what are the five best things about the i3 versus the i2?

Are the i3 badges legal dose of record?

Does the system sound an alarm when dose gets high?

How long will idle badges take to go to sleep?

Can you configure i3 badges to be always on?

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