Trits

[pageyjim]

Curious about some general information on trits. Do they dim over time, if so what can be expected etc? If they do, is it best to keep them in a dark place or if anything can be done to lengthen their lives. Thanks all!

 

[nfetterly]

Supposed to loose 1/2 brightness in 10 years I believe. Radioactivity (very very small amount) is what is going on for the brightness you see (that was poorly said).

I like mine for - spotting my flashlight on bedside table in hotel, on my keys so I can see them hanging up in dark or buried in my bag.

I don't think there is anything you can do to extend life. The Norland 61 that is typically used can be softened with a heat gun if you want to change them out.

 

[pageyjim]

Supposed to loose 1/2 brightness in 10 years I believe. Radioactivity (very very small amount) is what is going on for the brightness you see (that was poorly said).

I like mine for - spotting my flashlight on bedside table in hotel, on my keys so I can see them hanging up in dark or buried in my bag.

I don't think there is anything you can do to extend life. The Norland 61 that is typically used can be softened with a heat gun if you want to change them out.

Great, thanks for the informative quick reply!

 

[ZzmadzZ]

Assuming its radioactive, will i be able to get it shipped over to from overseas me? Will the custom actually require me to declare it?

Thank you!

 

[Eric242]

It very much depends on your local laws. Since you don´t show your location one could only speculate.
Tritium vials are shipped from one CPF member to another all the time though.

Eric