Metal-ceramic X-ray sources - Their technique, applications and field experience
Abstract
The paper describes new X-ray sources made of a special Al2O3-ceramic molded to form the single insulator ends for both the positive and negative H.T. potentials. The metal-ceramic components are fused into a metal tube to form vacuum-tight seals, and provide a mechanical carrier for the electrodes, act as insulators for the electrodes, and provide sockets for the H.T. cable plug connections. Flash-over via the insulator surfaces is not possible. The new sources present one-third to one-quarter the weight of a conventional tube shield for the same kV range.
- Publication:
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8th World Conference on Nondestructive Testing
- Pub Date:
- 1976
- Bibcode:
- 1976ndt..confS....H
- Keywords:
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- Ceramics;
- Metal Surfaces;
- Nondestructive Tests;
- Test Equipment;
- X Ray Inspection;
- X Ray Sources;
- Electrical Insulation;
- Electrodes;
- High Voltages;
- Seals (Stoppers);
- Instrumentation and Photography