--- title: "BrightSpec | Multichannel Analyzers" date: 2025-05-03T16:47:41Z modified: 2026-03-05T18:10:27Z permalink: "https://www.berkeleynucleonics.com/products/brightspec/" type: page status: publish excerpt: "" wpid: 29205 --- [ ![Multi-Channel Analyzers BrightSpec](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20640%20426'%2F%3E) ](/topaz-pico/) #### [TOPAZ-Pico | Compact Digital Multichannel Analyzer](/topaz-pico/) The TOPAZ-Pico is an advanced, fully digital, and compact stand-alone Multichannel Analyzer (MCA). The device is used to process the electronic pulses generated by a photomultiplier (PMT) coupled to a scintillation detector.[View Product](/topaz-pico/)[ ![Multi-Channel Analyzers BrightSpec](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20480%20273'%2F%3E) ](/topaz-sipm-mca/) #### [Topaz-SiPM | Miniature Multichannel Analyzer (MCA)](/topaz-sipm-mca/) The TOPAZ-SiPM is a compact, stand-alone digital Multi-Channel Analyzer (MCA) capable of performing Pulse Height Analysis (PHA) of the signal produced by scintillation detectors which incorporate Silicon devices as photomultipliers (acronymized to SiPMs).[View Product](/topaz-sipm-mca/)[ ![Multi-Channel Analyzers BrightSpec](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20640%20426'%2F%3E) ](/bpad/) #### [bPAD | Compact Single Channel Analyzer](/bpad/) The bPAD is a microprocessor based Single Channel Analyzer (SCA) that incorporates a preamplifier, an amplifier, and a discriminator in a compact photomultiplier tube base.[View Product](/bpad/)[ ![Multi-Channel Analyzers BrightSpec](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20640%20346'%2F%3E) ](/bmca-ethernet/) #### [bMCA-Ethernet | Compact Plug-On Digital Multichannel Analyzer](/bmca-ethernet/) The bMCA-Ethernet is a compact and fully digital Multichannel Analyzer (MCA) capable of performing Pulse Height Analysis (PHA) of a signal produced by a standard 14-pin PMT coupled to a scintillation detector such as NaI(Tl), LaBr3(Ce), LaCl3(Ce), CeBr3, etc.[View Product](/bmca-ethernet/) #### Overview The BrightSpec product line from Berkeley Nucleonics offers a diverse range of high-performance, compact, and versatile digital Multi-Channel Analyzers (MCAs) designed for advanced radiation detection and spectroscopy applications. These devices excel in performing Pulse Height Analysis (PHA) on signals produced by various scintillation detectors, including those paired with Silicon Photomultipliers (SiPMs), High-Purity Germanium (HPGe) detectors, and other high-resolution semiconductor detectors like CZT. With a focus on precision and reliability, the BrightSpec analyzers support a broad spectrum of applications, from basic pulse processing to complex gamma spectroscopy and radionuclide identification. Key products in the BrightSpec series include the TOPAZ-SiPM, a miniature digital MCA designed specifically for SiPM-based systems, and the Topaz-HR, which offers enhanced capabilities for high-resolution gamma-ray spectroscopy with HPGe and CZT detectors. The TOPAZ-Pico is another standout, offering a highly portable, stand-alone solution with a spectral memory of up to 4096 channels. For users seeking flexibility in their setup, the bMCA-Ethernet and bMCA-USB analyzers provide seamless integration with local networks or PC interfaces, powered via Ethernet or USB connections. These devices are perfect for environments where compactness and portability are paramount without sacrificing analytical performance. BrightSpec also includes the bGamma software package, a comprehensive and user-friendly tool designed to enhance gamma-ray spectroscopy analysis. Compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS, bGamma facilitates radionuclide identification, quantification, and data analysis, making it an indispensable tool for scientists and engineers working in the field of radiation detection. Whether you are working in academic research, nuclear industry applications, or medical diagnostics, the BrightSpec product line offers the precision, versatility, and reliability needed for optimal performance. For further details or to request a consultation on which device best suits your application, contact Berkeley Nucleonics today to discover how BrightSpec can enhance your radiation detection systems. #### BrightSpec Multichannel Analyzers | Model | Detector Option Index | Detector Option | Software Included Index | Software Included | Channels Index | Channels | Quote | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Topaz-SiPM \ | Miniature Multichannel Analyzer (MCA)](/topaz-sipm-mca/) | 1 | Scintillators with SiPM: NaI(TL), ScI(TI), LaBr, CeBr | 1 | Basic Version Available | 3 | 4096 | [ Quote]() | | [Topaz-HR \ | Compact Digital MCA for High Resolution Detectors](/topaz-hr/) | 2 | HPGe, CdZnTL, Si(Li), SDD and PIPS | 1 | Basic Version Available | 4 | 16K | [ Quote]() | | [TOPAZ-Pico \ | Compact Digital Multichannel Analyzer](/topaz-pico/) | 3 | NaI(TL), CsI(TI), LaBr, CeBr, SrI, BGO, Plastic | 1 | Basic Version Available | 2 | up to 4096 | [ Quote]() | | [bPAD \ | Compact Single Channel Analyzer](/bpad/) | 3 | NaI(TL), CsI(TI), LaBr, CeBr, SrI, BGO, Plastic | 1 | Basic Version Available | 1 | 1 | [ Quote]() | | [bMCA-Ethernet \ | Compact Plug-On Digital Multichannel Analyzer](/bmca-ethernet/) | 3 | NaI(TL), CsI(TI), LaBr, CeBr, SrI, BGO, Plastic | 1 | Basic Version Available | [ Quote]() | | | | [bMCA-USB \ | Compact Plug-On Digital Multichannel Analyzer](/bmca-usb/) | 3 | NaI(TL), CsI(TI), LaBr, CeBr, SrI, BGO, Plastic | 1 | Basic Version Available | [ Quote]() | | | | [bGamma Software Package \ | For Gamma Spectroscopy Analysis and Quantification](/bgamma-software-package/) | - | - | - | [ Quote]() | | | | Datasheets Manuals Software Datasheets [ Topaz-SiPM Datasheet](https://www.berkeleynucleonics.com/download/25067/?tmstv=1772734227) [ Topaz-HR Datasheet](https://www.berkeleynucleonics.com/download/25115/?tmstv=1772734227) Manuals Software