C13410-06A

Product catalog summary

Overview

The Hamamatsu X-ray streak camera model C13410-06A is designed for high dynamic range measurements of X-ray light pulses, capable of capturing intensities from 10 eV to 10 keV with a dynamic range up to 10,000:1. It enables single-shot measurements with simultaneous temporal and spatial resolution, making it suitable for applications such as high power laser plasma observation and X-ray laser measurement.

Operating Principle

The system images the light pulse through a pinhole lens onto a slit-like photocathode surface. Incident photons are converted into photoelectrons proportional to light intensity. These electrons are accelerated and swept by a strong electric field across the streak tube, converting time information into spatial position on a phosphor screen. The resulting streak image represents light intensity over time and space. An image intensifier enhances weak signals for high sensitivity detection.

System Configuration

Streak camera unit (C13410-06A) with large-diameter photocathode
Output optics and relay lens (A2098)
Readout camera: ORCA®-Flash4.0 V3 Digital CMOS camera (C13440-20CU)
Mount table (A7703-11)
Control and readout software (HPD-TA)
Data analysis system (C6760-61)
Optional vacuum system for operation

Key Specifications

Dynamic Range: Up to 10,000:1 (dependent on temporal resolution and MCP gain)
Temporal Resolution: <10 ps (FWHM) at fastest sweep; 100 ps resolution supports max dynamic range
Photocathode Size: 80 μm × 17.3 mm
Spectral Response: 10 eV to 10 keV (excluding parylene absorption band 20-100 nm)
Phosphor Screen: P-43, 25 mm diameter with fiberoptic output
Image Intensifier: External attachment, variable gain up to 1000×, single photon detection capable
Sweep Time Range: 0.5 ns to 1 ms
Maximum Sweep Repetition Frequency: 1 kHz (OPEN FIXED mode), 100 Hz (NORMAL mode)
Trigger Input: ±5 V, 50 Ω impedance
Interface: USB 2.0 for streak camera, USB 3.0 for readout camera
Power Supply: AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: Approx. 100 VA (camera approx. 120 VA)

Performance and Features

The camera can capture a wide range of light intensities in a single shot with temporal resolution down to 10 ps. The system converts temporal information into spatial position on the phosphor screen, allowing simultaneous measurement of light intensity over time and space (wavelength). The image intensifier enhances weak signals, enabling detection of both strong and weak light simultaneously, which is critical for non-repetitive phenomena.

Spectral Response and Quantum Efficiency

The photocathode uses a parylene film (~100 nm) and gold coating (~30 nm) to achieve spectral response from 10 eV to 10 keV. Quantum efficiency varies with wavelength and photon energy, optimized for X-ray detection.

Readout Camera and Optics

ORCA®-Flash4.0 V3 CMOS camera with 2048×2048 pixels, 6.5 μm pixel size
Effective imaging area: 13.3 mm × 13.3 mm
Relay lens magnification: 2:1 with effective F value 2.5
C-mount lens interface

Software and Data Analysis

The HPD-TA control and readout software supports device control, data acquisition, real-time display, and advanced data analysis including background correction, sensitivity calibration, and profile fitting. Data formats include binary (up to 32-bit), TIFF, and ASCII for images and profiles.

Additional Components and Options

Vacuum system (turbo-molecular and rotary pumps) required for operation
Delay unit (C15936) for jitter-free single-sweep triggering with variable delay range up to 31.96 ns
PIN diode head (C1083-01) for laser trigger signal generation
Vacuum gate valve option

Dimensions and Weight

Main unit approx. 47 kg
Dimensions: 677.7 mm (length) × 450 mm (width) × 410 mm (height)
Vacuum system and accessories have separate dimensions and weights

Applications

High power laser plasma diagnostics
X-ray laser pulse measurement
Single-shot, high dynamic range X-ray intensity profiling

Important Notes

Dynamic range depends on temporal resolution, MCP gain, sweep range, and readout camera capabilities.
Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
Product availability may vary by region and local regulations.

Catalog excerpts

X-ray streak camera C13410-06A Dynamic range High dynamic range Intensity (count) Capture a wide range of light intensities from a single-shot event

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Enables X-ray measurement in the range of 10 eV to 10 keV with high dynamic range of 10 000:1 The X-ray streak camera C13410-06A can measure X-rays from 10 eV to 10 keV with a high dynamic range by using an X-ray streak tube with a large-diameter photocathode. An image intensifier is connected to the output of the streak tube to detect weak X-ray streak images with high sensitivity. It has a high dynamic range and can measure both strong light and weak light at the same time. It is therefore effective for the optical measurement of phenomena without repetitive reproducibility. Capture a wide...

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Specifications 1 Streak camera Spectral response characteristics (typ.) 10-1 Parylene film (Approx. 100 nm thickness) Au (Approx. 30 nm thickness) 10 ev to 10 keV (Except for parylene absorption band 20 nm to 100 nm) Yes (Demountable) 80 μm × 17.3 mm P-43 ϕ25 mm, Fiberoptic output Image intensifier (I.I.) Outside attachment 1:1 Magnetic focus 1.3 × 10-3 Pa or less < 10 ps (at the fastest range FWHM) 0.5 ns to 1 ms < ±20 ps (at the fastest range) Approx. 30 ns (at the fastest range) 1 kHz at OPEN FIXED mode, 100 Hz at NORMAL mode FOCUS / OPERATE ±5 V, 50 Ω ±4 V Adjustable LVCMOS 10 kΩ NORMAL /...

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Options Gate valve Vacuum gate valve Used to generate a trigger signal for the streak camera with lasers Spectral response Risetime Power supply Head Dimensions / Power supply weight unit A jitter-free unit that can be used for single-sweep Variable delay range 0 ns to 31.96 ns 30 ps, 60 ps, 120 ps, 250 ps, 500 ps, 1 ns, 2 ns, 4 ns, 8 ns, 16 ns Minimum delay time Approx. 12 ns Maximum input signal voltage 10 V Interface USB 3.0 Power supply AC 100 V to AC 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption Approx. 30 VA Dimensions / weight 262 mm(W) × 82 mm(H) × 333 mm(D) / Approx. 3.2 kg Delay setting range...

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