Abstract
Measurement result and performance parameters are presented for fast neutron detectors exploiting the scintillation of natural helium at high pressure. This detection medium has a very low electron density, minimizing the sensitivity to gamma radiation and thus enabling neutron detection also in high gamma radiation environment. Contrary to proportional counters, scintillation detection enables fast (nanosecond) timing and pulse shape discrimination, a technique that enables a lower neutron detection threshold. In this work, the basic principles of the detector are described, followed by a study of gamma rejection capabilities. Methods to calibrate the detector are discussed. Finally, a brief description of a 4He scintillation based detector system including data acquisition electronics is given.
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