Miniature X- Ray Source
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Mini-X is the rst of its kind; a self-contained, packaged, miniature X-ray tube system, which includes the X-ray tube, the power supply, the control electronics and the USB communication to the computer. It is designed to replace radioisotopes in X-ray uorescence analysis applications. Mini-X has been designed to simplify the XRF process by providing a grounded anode, variable current and voltage controlled via USB and ease of operation. It features a 40 kV/100 A power supply, a tungsten (W) or silver (Ag) transmission target, and a beryllium end window. It is designed for continuous operation in industrial environments. To further simplify the use of Mini-X an AC adaptor is provided to supply the 9 VDC needed to power the system. The only connections needed to operate the tube are a USB cable and AC adaptor. A ashing red LED and a beeper warns the user when x-rays are present. The MiniբȒX is based on the Comet EDiX miniature X-ray source. Ag Target @ 40 kV W Target @ 40 kV Ag > Κα W > Lα W > Lβ Counts Counts Ag > Κβ W > Lγ 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 Energy (keV) Energy (keV) INC. > 14 DeAngelo Drive, Bedford, MA 01730-2204 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (781) 275-2242 Fax: +1 (781) 275-3470 e-mail: sales@amptek.com www.amptek.com size="-1">

The Mini−X shown with the Amptek XR-100CR X-Ray Detector and PX4 Digital Pulse Processor. > Back panel connectors The Mini−X shown and XR-100CR with vacuum couplings. USB Software Interface. Allows the user to set the voltage and current as well as monitor both parameters. > 14 DeAngelo Drive, Bedford, MA 01730-2204 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (781) 275-2242 Fax: +1 (781) 275-3470 e-mail: sales@amptek.com >