See through centimeters of steel with our SCF450 high-energy-level system

6 Oct 2022 | Flash X-ray systems

SCF450 systems are capable of penetrating materials equal to several centimeters of steel.

450 systems have been used to study mechanical fraction, shock waves and impact studies where images of the impactor inside a material are collected as a function of time.

An adjustable high-energy-level system to match your needs

Each Scandiflash system offers the option to fine tune the energy output level to match your needs within a specified range. The 450 is our high-energy-level system.

The 450 generates a broad band intensity spectrum with a maximum intensity located at an energy about 1/3 of the maximum energy output. Since we’re able to vary the maximum energy output between 200 and 450 keV, that means we can fine tune our intensity maxima to be in the order of 66 to 150 keV. And that’s ideal for capturing X-ray images through several centimetres of steel.

Trigger certainty

When tuning the energy of your system the pressure of the Marx generator Pulser also needs to be regulated to prevent un-wanted discharge events. Users  of Scandiflash Flash X-ray systems don’t worry about “pre-fire” or “no trigger” errors.

We’ve accomplished this by designing our systems to automatically set the correct pressure required for a selected voltage in our Marx Generator Pulsers. No complicated tabulation and testing of parameters – simply select the voltage desired, and our system optimizes for each X-ray pulse. Experiments can be completed more reliably and stay on schedule!

Real-world flexibility that impacts the bottom line

Because we’ve designed our systems to be modular, the 450 system is capable of being converted to either a 300 or even a 450S system. You can convert your system to match changing research requirements. And that kind of option gives real security and investment flexibility for your research.

Standards your research can rely on

The system is CE marked and includes safety features like overpressure valves and pressure readers. In addition to training and installation, we also offer optional equipment like X-ray shielding and emergency shut-offs.

The SCF450 system has 6 core components:

– PG450 Marx generator pulser

– multi-purpose X-ray tube

– control tower

– Scandicontrol software

– RPS 30 service station

– CAD 70 for pressure regulation which uses compressed dry air rather than hazardous SF6

Varying cable lengths allow for maximum setup flexibility

The SCF450 system specifications

– variable output voltage ranging from 200-450 kV

– output peak current is 10 kA

– 20 ns short pulse

– dose per pulse at 1m is 20 mR

– the 450 can penetrate 30mm of steel at a distance of 2.5m

– the user can select between a 1, 2.5, and 4mm spot size

– supports both our dual-tube and multi-anode options

We’re here to help you

Choosing Scandiflash means you get a flash X-ray system that’s built to meet your needs both today and tomorrow as well as a team that’s ready to support you.

Want to know more about taking your research to the next level? We’re curious to hear what you can imagine doing and seeing with our technology, so get in touch with us through our website or just give us a call at +46 18 557510.

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About Scandiflash

For over 50 years, Scandiflash has been pioneering flash X-ray technology to help scientists and researchers around the globe to see the nearly impossible. Scandiflash Flash X-Ray Systems generate extremely short pulses used to capture dynamics in the harshest of conditions, ranging from indoor lab setups to outdoor large-scale firing ranges. The systems are modular and can be tailored to meet your requirements for number of pulses and peak energy conditions.