Monte Carlo Simulation of a HP-Ge Pulse Height Spectrum over the Entire Energy Range

Abstract

The TU Dresden Monte Carlo code AMOS is used to simulate a low level HP-Ge detector stationed at the Felsenkeller laboratory from the VKTA Rossendorf e.V.. The detector is a p-type 92% HP-Ge detector manufactured by Canberra Industries, Inc. and its geometry is highly determined. Therefore it allows precise digital remodelling, and Monte Carlo calculations are applicable. The simulation program AMOS carries out coupled photon electron transport especially in the low energy region. ENSDF data and beta spectra calculations were implemented to follow quasi-timedependent nuclide decays. In all, this enables a differentiated calculation of pulse height spectra and comparison over the entire energy range.