BX-4T 1.0mm 10 Degree X-ray Tube.
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BX-4T 1.0 mm 10 degree x-ray tube
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Application:
The BX-4T is a directional beam X-ray tube for use in compact, self contained dental and panoramic tube heads.

Structure:
Anode:  
Tungsten target cast in solid copper anode.   
Cathode:    
Line focus, tungsten filament.    
Envelope:                     
Hard glass, gettered.
Mass:
306 grams, approx.
Dimensions:    
Focal Spot Size:        
1.0 mm, per NEMA Std.  XR 5-1984
Target Angle:            
10 degrees effective.  (20 degrees absolute, double-tilt
geometry, rotated 55 degrees approx.)
Shielding:                     
External molded cylindrical shield available with a
lead equivalence of 1mm typical (445 grams typical).

Electrical Ratings:
Voltage:                       
Maximum 100 kVp self-rectified.
Maximum 105 kVp inverse.
Maximum 105 kVp starting surge.
Maximum 85 kV kVcp constant potential.
Current:                       



Filament:
See Radiographic Chart.                       


4.5 Amperes Maximum.

Thermal Ratings:
Energy Storage:               
25  kJ (35 kHU)     
Energy dissipation:     
Maximum 250 J/sec (300 HU/sec) continuous.   
 Cooling rate:                       
Maximum 11.5 kJ/min averaged over a
one minute interval.

Cooling and Insulation:

     This tube is intended to be used in an environment in which a high-grade transformer oil is used as the primary means of cooling and insulation.  
The oil should have a minimum dielectric strength of 45 kVp per ASTM D 877-49.  All ratings herein assume operation in well circulated oil at a temperature of 70 degrees C maximum.