What types of device are used to measure radon?
• There are several devices and methods used for detecting and measuring radon. There are passive devices, such as charcoal canisters, electret ion chamber detectors, charcoal liquid scintillation devices and alpha-track detectors, which do not rely on a separate power supply. There are also active devices, which require a separate power supply to operate. These include continuous radon monitors and continuous working level monitors. • Learn more about radon testing methods.
