Waygate Technologies Offers Mesofocus Technology For CT Systems
Waygate Technologies, a leader in non-destructive testing (NDT) solutions for industrial inspection, has announced it now offers a Mesofocus X-ray tube for optional integration with its Phoenix V|tome|x C450 computed tomography (CT) systems.
The closed Comet iXRS 450 MF tube provides an alternative to the 450 kV ISOVOLT Minifocus X-ray tube of Waygate Technologies. Mesofocus technology offers a reliable solution for high-resolution 3D CT inspection of large or dense components. The technology delivers the high penetration power of Minifocus tubes while maintaining the high resolution of Microfocus tubes necessary for many R&D and quality assurance CT tasks in production environments. Applications can be found in battery production, foundries, additive manufacturing, the electronics industry (especially for large electronics), as well as in the aerospace industry for the inspection of turbine blades.
Scatter Correct Combined With Mesofocus For Optimal CT Quality
Waygate Technologies further improves CT performance by combining Mesofocus technology with its own patented Scatter|correct technology. This innovative solution measures and corrects scattered radiation artifacts from the CT volume in real-time, ensuring optimal CT image quality with accurate defect detection and 3D metrology precision even in the most challenging inspection scenarios.
High Resolution Meets High Penetration
Traditionally, industrial CT has relied on two main X-ray tube technologies: Minifocus and Microfocus. Sealed Minifocus tubes excel in power and robustness, making them ideal for production environments. However, their large focal spot size limits resolution. Conversely, Microfocus tubes offer superior resolution but lack the penetration power required for dense materials and demand more frequent maintenance. Mesofocus technology addresses this challenge and combines the high penetration power of Minifocus with the high resolution of Microfocus, enabling CT inspections at 450 kV with focal spot sizes down to 63 microns.
The main advantages of Mesofocus technology are:
- An optimal balancing of power and resolution which enables the NDT-inspection of large, dense parts with high detail accuracy.
- Low maintenance and high uptime due to the robust and sealed design that ensures 24/7 operation in harsh environments.
- Stability, repeatability, and accuracy based on the stable dose rate, eliminating the need for frequent recalibration, critical to mass production inspection.
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