Modern versions of the Geiger counter use halogen quench gases, a technique invented in 1947 by Sidney H. Liebson. Halogen compounds have superseded the organic quench gases because of their much longer life and lower operating voltages; typically 400-900 volts.
modern versions of the geiger counter use halogen quench gases a technique invented in 1947 by sidney h liebson halogen compounds have superseded the organic quench gases because of their much longer life and lower operating voltages; typically 400-900 volts