[Test-Equipment] Radioactive Tube Stamp

[rbethman]

  We obviously have too much time on our hands.  The Coleman mantles 
are  - once again - Alpha Particle emitters.

They do NOT penetrate unbroken skin!  Nor will they pass through the 
glass chimney.

Please *read* the "entire" context.

The reference to MRIs and radioactive issues is the RADIOACTIVE CONTRAST 
IV SOLUTION.  It is NOT the MRI itself.

If there is genuine interest, purchase the "Physics and Radiological 
Health Handbook".  It is available on Amazon.com.  Current price - NEW - 
$120.

Have a happy 4th!

Bob - N0DGN

On 7/4/2010 9:21 AM, Ron Youvan wrote:
> Gary Pewitt wrote:
>> If anyone is -that- worried about radiation then they had better get rid
>> of any white gas burning Colman lanterns as the mantles are slightly
>> radioactive.  Also about half of the smoke detectors ever sold.  And
>> don't let your kids sit in front of an old tube type TV.  Not to mention
>> dental, medical X-rays, CAT scans, MRIs and the radioactive IVs you get
>> with them./*snip*/
>     I am not aware of any radiation involved in the manufacture or use of any MRI devices them self.