The doseBadge is the original wireless personal noise dosimeter. It is the ideal tool to carry out occupational and industrial hygiene noise measurements and provides a unique solution to these applications.
The doseBadge will measure, store and calculate the parameters essential for compliance with the noise regulations including LAVG, LCPeak & TWA. Along with these overall values, the doseBadge will store a Time History, or Noise Profile, throughout the measurement.
Combining an innovative design with simple, robust and reliable operation, the doseBadge noise dosimeter weighs only 51g (1.8oz). With no cables, controls or displays, the doseBadge can be worn in areas where there is a risk of damaging traditional style units or where there is a risk of tampering.
The robust metal case protects the internal systems and microphone of the doseBadge. By locating the microphone inside the case, the doseBadge noise dosimeter is completely self contained and will give many years of reliable operation. This reduced servicing and calibration costs which can be a very important on-going cost in the life of any noise measurement equipment.
The doseBadge is available in a range of different versions allowing it to be used in almost any application where a personal noise dosimeter is required. The doseBadge is also available with Intrinsic Safety Certification to ATEX, EEx, IECEx, FM & SIMTARS making it the ideal instrument for noise exposure measurements in hazardous zones and explosive atmospheres.
The doseBadge survives in the toughest environments
The doseBadge has been designed to survive use in the toughest and harshest environments. There are no cables, controls or displays to damage and the microphone, battery and electronics are all housed in a robust and lightweight metal case which is strong enough to withstand being dropped, knocked or even stood on.
Create measurement reports quickly and simply
The NoiseTools software is supplied with the doseBadge and this software has been designed to be simple to use and give you the information you really need without being complicated or complex. Simply download your measurements and create reports quickly and easily with simple or comprehensive options available.
NoiseTools is supplied free from any licencing restrictions and can be installed onto as many PC’s as needed without having to purchase additional copies. Updates for NoiseTools are available free of charge from the Cirrus website.
Meeting your regulations with the doseBadge – OSHA, MSHA, AICHE, ACGIH, ISO
The doseBadge can be easily configured to measure noise exposure in accordance with almost any regulation or standard worldwide. For the US, the doseBadge can be set quickly to OSHA, MSHA, AICHE or ACGIH. A second channel will automatically measure noise exposures using the ISO 3dB configuration allowing comparisons to be made between different noise exposure regulations.
The doseBadge is usually supplied as a complete measurement kit containing a number of individual doseBadges, a Reader unit, charging stations, power supply, software, user manuals and certificates of calibraiton. Further doseBadge units can be quickly and simply added to an existing kit.
doseBadge Features
Small, lightweight, very robust and simple to use, the doseBadge Noise Dosimeter gives you the essential information you need to assess the noise exposure of employees
- Measures & stores the essential Occupational Noise & Industrial Hygiene parameters
- Programmable measurements allow for compliance with most Occupational Noise & Industrial Hygiene regulations worldwide
- Very simple operation
- Compact, rugged design weighs only 1.8oz
- Time history data stored as standard
- Dual channel measurements to meet different regulations at the same time
- Robust metal case prevents damage & servicing costs
- No external controls, cables or displays reduces damage, tampering or misuse
- Complete self-contained 2 channel noise dosimeter with internal microphone
- Visual indication of when 100% noise dose has been exceeded
- NoiseTools Analysis & Reporting software with licence-free installation & free lifetime updates
- 90 minute (typical) charge time with 30 hours (typical) battery life
- Intrinsically safe version available with ATEX, EEx, IECEx & FM Certification for hazardous atmospheres
- High performance rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery
- Wireless infra-red download of measurement to the Reader Unit with measurements presented quickly & simply – no need to connect to a PC to view your measurements
Applications for the doseBadge Noise Dosimeter
The doseBadge can be easily configured to measure noise exposure in accordance with almost any regulation or standard worldwide. For the US, the doseBadge can be set quickly to OSHA, MSHA, AICHE or ACGIH. A second channel will automatically measure noise exposures using the ISO 3dB configuration allowing comparisons to be made between different noise exposure regulations.
- The measurement of occupational noise exposure
- Assessment of the risk of noise induced hearing loss
- Monitoring and recording of long term noise exposure
- Compliance with Noise at Work Regulations, Industrial Hygiene Standards and Occupational Noise Exposure Guidelines
There are many situations where there is the need to accurately assess the risk of exposure to high noise levels and to continually monitor any employees who are exposed to potentially damaging noise.
Workers who move between different locations or where the noise exposure pattern varies throughout the day are very difficult to assess using traditional methods.
Machinery or moving equipment can also present problems to those responsible for carrying out risk assessments and noise exposure measurements. Cables can become trapped or caught damaging the measurement equipment and reducing the effectiveness of any measurement schedule. In extreme circumstances cables trapped in rotating machinery can pose a risk of injury. The doseBadge has no cables or controls which avoids these problems.
In these situations, the most accurate method of measuring the noise exposure can often be to use a personal noise dosemeter, where the microphone is attached to the person under measurement, rather than using a Sound Level Meter to measure static noise sources.
The doseBadge from Cirrus Research plc provides a unique way to carry out these measurements in a simple and cost effective way. The small size and weight of the doseBadge also means that the person under assessment is less aware of wearing the unit and is less likely to tamper with the instrument.
In areas where the employee is operating machinery or where there is a risk of a cable becoming caught or trapped, the doseBadge offers a safer and more reliable way of gathering noise exposure data.
Versions of the doseBadge Noise Dosimeter
There are several different versions of the doseBadge, each with the same unique features as the other members of the family, that have been designed for specific applications.
These are:
- CR:110A doseBadge – Standard version of the doseBadge with Data Logging & Dual Channel Measurements
- CR:110AIS doseBadge – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge with Certification to FM, ATEX & IECEx, Data Logging & Dual Channel Measurements
- CR:110A/BLK doseBadge – Version of the doseBadge with a black case, Data Logging & Dual Channel Measurements
- CR:112AIS doseBadge – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge with Certification to MSHA, Data Logging & Dual Threshold Measurements
doseBadge Measurement Kits
The doseBadge is usually supplied as a complete measurement kit with all of the component parts included. A doseBadge measurement kits includes:
- CR:110A, CR:110AIS, CR:110A/BLK or CR:112AIS doseBadges as appropriate
- RC:110A Reader Unit (RC:112A Reader for the CR:112AIS doseBadges)
- CK:100 Carrying Case
- Mounting Kits for each doseBadge
- CU:195A Mains Power Supply (with UK, EU or US style plug)
- NoiseTools Software CD
- User Manual & Quick Start Guide
- ZL:102 USB Data Cable
- Certificates of Calibration
- Batteries for the doseBadge Reader
A range of optional accessories are also available to enhance the operation of the doseBadge system. These include:
- UA:110 doseBadge Windshield
- RC:101A Keyfob Remote Control
- CM:100/A Type A Helmet Mount
- CM:100/E Type E Helmet Mount
- CM:100/H Type H Helmet Mount
Standard doseBadge Measurement Kits – A complete noise dosimeter system
- CK:110A/1 – doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 1 CR:110A doseBadge
- CK:110A/2 – doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 2 CR:110A doseBadges
- CK:110A/5 – doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 5 CR:110A doseBadges
- CK:110A/10 – doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 10 CR:110A doseBadges
Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Measurement Kits – A complete noise dosimeter system
- CK:110AIS/1 – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 1 CR:110AIS Intrinsically Safe doseBadge
- CK:110AIS/2 – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 2 CR:110AIS Intrinsically Safe doseBadges
- CK:110AIS/5 – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 5 CR:110AIS Intrinsically Safe doseBadges
- CK:110AIS/10 – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 10 CR:110AIS Intrinsically Safe doseBadges
Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Measurement Kits for MSHA – A complete noise dosimeter system
- CK:112AIS/1 – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 1 CR:112AIS Intrinsically Safe doseBadge
- CK:112AIS/2 – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 2 CR:112AIS Intrinsically Safe doseBadges
- CK:112AIS/5 – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 5 CR:112AIS Intrinsically Safe doseBadges
- CK:112AIS/10 – Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 10 CR:112AIS Intrinsically Safe doseBadges
Black case doseBadge Measurement Kits – A complete noise dosimeter system
- CK:110ABLK/1 – doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 1 CR:110A/BLK doseBadge
- CK:110ABLK/2 – doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 2 CR:110A/BLK doseBadges
- CK:110ABLK/5 – doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 5 CR:110A/BLK doseBadges
- CK:110ABLK/10 – doseBadge Noise Dosimeter Kit with 10 CR:110A/BLK doseBadges
CR:110A, CR:110A & CR:110AIS doseBadge
Applicable Standards
IEC 61252:1993 Personal Sound Exposure Meters
ANSI S1.25:1991 Personal Noise Dosemeters Class Designation 2AS-90/80-5
RC:110A: Internal Acoustic Calibrator to IEC 60942:2003 Class 2
Measurement Range (Typical)
70dB(A) to 130dB(A) RMS, 120dB(C) to 140dB(C) Peak
Measurement Functions
Overall Measurement Data
doseBadge Configuration (Badge Serial Number, Date & Time)
Calibration Record
Measurement Duration
Highest Peak(C) Sound Level during the measurement
Overload Exceedence
115dB(A) Maximum Sound Level Exceedence
Battery Status
1 Minute Time History of:
LAeq (3dB) or LAVG (4dB or 5dB), Peak(C) Sound Pressure & Battery Level
For 3dB Exchange Rate:
LAeq, LEX,8h, LAE, % Dose, Exposure (Pa2h), Estimated % Dose,
Estimated Exposure (Pa2h)
For 4dB & 5dB Exchange Rates:
LAVG, TWA, % Dose, Estimated % Dose
Frequency Weightings
‘A’ for all RMS measurements
‘C’ for Peak Sound Pressure
Configuration Options
Channel 1: Independent User Configuration of:
Exchange Rate: 3dB, 4dB or 5dB
Criterion Level: 80dB, 85dB, 90dB
Criterion Time: 8hrs, 12hrs, 16hrs, 18hrs
Threshold: None, 80dB, 90dB
Time Weighting: None, ‘S’ (Slow)
Channel 2: Preset to
Exchange Rate:3dB
Criterion Level: 85dB
Criterion Time: 8hrs
Threshold: None
Time Weighting: None
Memory
CR:110A doseBadge
The CR:110A doseBadge can store up to 24 hours of data in a single measurement
RC:110A Reader
Up to 999 Individual doseBadge Measurements
Power
RC:110A doseBadge
Internal NiMH Battery. Typical Battery Life 30 hours @ 80dB
RC:110A Reader
2 x AA/LR6 with Auto Power Switch Off
CU Series Chargers
CU:195A Mains Power Supply. Fast Charge Option
Output
CR:110A doseBadge
Wireless Infrared to RC:110A Reader Unit
RC:110A Reader
USB 2.0 (which also provides power to the RC:110A Reader)
Dimensions
CR:110A doseBadge
Microphone Apex Ø13.0mm, Base Ø47mm, Height 38mm
Weight
CR:110A doseBadge 51g (1.8oz)
RC:110A Reader 400g (14oz)
Temperature
-10°C to +50°C Operating
-20°C to +60°C Storage
Humidity
Up to 95% RH Non-Condensing
Software
NoiseTools software supplied as standard with license free installation and free of charge upgrades available from the Cirrus website
CR:112AIS doseBadge
Applicable Standards
CR:112A & CR:112AIS doseBadge
ANSI S1.25:1991 Personal Noise Dosimeters
IEC 61252:1993 Personal Sound Exposure Meters
RC:110A Reader Unit
Internal Acoustic Calibrator to IEC 60942:2001 Class 2
Intrinsic Safety for CR:112AIS
MSHA No. 18-A060027-0
Measurement Range (Typical)
80dB(A) to 140dB(A) RMS
120dB(C) to 140dB(C) Peak
Measurement Functions
The CR:112A & CR:112AIS doseBadges the following measurement parameters:
Channel 1: LAVG, TWA, % Dose, Estimated % Dose
Channel 2: LAVG, TWA, % Dose, Estimated % Dose
Overall Measurement Data:
doseBadge Configuration Calibration Record, Measurement Duration Highest Peak(C)Sound Pressure Overload Exceedence Battery Status
117dB(A) LAS Exceeded Indicator
Total Duration of 117dB(A) LAS Exceeded
1 Minute Time History of LAVG , Peak(C) Sound Pressure & Battery Level
Visual Indication of 100% Noise Dose (Channel 1) Exceeded during measurement
Weightings
Frequency
‘A’ for all RMS measurements.
‘C’ for Peak Sound Pressure
doseBadge Configuration
The CR:112A & CR:112AIS doseBadges are configured with the following settings:
Channel 1
Exchange Rate: 5dB Criterion Level: 90dB
Threshold Level: 80dB Criterion Time: 8 hours
Time Weighting: Slow
Channel 2:
Exchange Rate: 5dB Criterion Level: 90dB
Threshold Level: 90dB Criterion Time: 8 hours
Time Weighting: Slow
Memory
CR:112A & CR:112AIS doseBadges
The doseBadge can store up to 24 hours of data in a single measurement
RC:110A Reader
Up to 999 Individual doseBadge Measurements
Power
CR:112A & CR:112AIS doseBadge
Internal NiMH Battery. Typical Battery Life 30 hours @ 80dB
RC:110A Reader
2 x AA/LR6 with Auto Power Switch Off
CU:110A doseBadge Charger
Intelligent Fast Charging. Maximum 2½ hour charge time
Charges up to 5 individual CR:112A doseBadges
Output
CR:112A & CR:112AIS doseBadge
Wireless Infrared to RC:110A Reader Unit
RC:112A Reader
USB 2.0 to PC (which also provides power to the RC:110A Reader)
Dimensions
CR:112A doseBadge
Microphone Apex Ø13.0mm, Base Ø47mm, Height 38mm
Weight
CR:112A doseBadge 1.6oz (45gms)
CR:112AIS doseBadge 2.8oz (79gms)
RC:112A Reader 14oz (400gms)
Environmental
Temperature
-10°C to +50°C Operating
-20°C to +60°C Storage
Humidity
Up to 95% RH Non-Condensing
Software
NoiseTools software supplied as standard with license free installation and free of charge upgrades available from the Cirrus website
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