Long life X-ray tubes for portable sources
Abstract
The objective of the development is a tube for portable X-ray machines with substantially increased life over that presently available. Previous experience with this class of tube has shown cathode wear to be a major factor in its life. The present study will examine a number of cathode variations and changes in tube processing. Test equipment was ordered. Two tube designs were made. Substitute tubes for immediate testing at the 100 KV level have been built and initial tests are satisfactory.
- Publication:
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Triannual Report
- Pub Date:
- December 1975
- Bibcode:
- 1975itte.rept.....S
- Keywords:
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- Life (Durability);
- Portable Equipment;
- X Ray Apparatus;
- Cathodes;
- Design Analysis;
- Wear Tests;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering