Photon and Analytical Science

This equipment, which is hosted by the Dalton Cumbrian Facility, is situated in Cumbria, not in Manchester

Our high dose rate gamma irradiator is designed and operated to support a wide range of research applications, with the aim of developing an understanding of the mechanistic effects of gamma radiation on materials, systems and components. The instrument is capable of delivering dose rates from around 25 kGy/h to less than 100 Gy/h. The current maximum dose rate of 10 kGy/hour (Nov 2024).

For experiments where lower energy photons are more applicable, our Precision X-Ray Multi-Rad 350 irradiator is capable of dose rates up to 140 Gy/min (unfiltered beam).

We provide fully equipped analytical and characterisation laboratories for a wide range of material examination, including pre- and post-irradiation. Our equipment can be used to measure gases, solutions, solids, thin films and powders.

The characterisation suite can accommodate biological, organic and inorganic samples and technical expertise is also available.