The 1501 Series X-ray tube is a 50kV, 50-75W X-ray tube designed for applications where high current, high flux density and continuous operation are important.
Utilizing our highly stable and high intensity X-ray tube technology, the 1501 Series X-ray tube is ideal for medical imaging, XRF applications and most industrial inspection and non-destructive testing applications that require high resolution, including PCB assembly, battery, plastic, metal and mechanical parts inspection.
The 1501 Series X-ray tube can also be supplied in a stainless steel, lead-lined package that is filled with dielectric oil that enables the unit to provide maximum X-ray shielding and heat dissipation.
The 1501 Series was designed in response to the need for higher current coupled with lower operating potentials.
The 1501 Series X-ray tube is available in a wide range of spot sizes, targets and price points to meet your needs.
Operating Voltage Range | 4-50kV |
Maximum Power | 50-75W |
Maximum beam current | 2.5mA |
Maximum Filament Current | 2.40A |
Filament Voltage | 3.75V (Nominal) |
Target Material | Rh, Cr |
Spot Size | 125µm (nominal per IEC60336,NEMA XR5-1999) |
Cone of Illumination | 22° Minimum |
Spot to Window Spacing (FOD) | 30.8 mm ± 1mm (1.2") |
Window material and thickness | Be @ 127µm |
Flux & Current Stability | ≤ 0.2% over 4-hour period |
Duty Cycle | Continuous |
Ambient Temperature Conditions | Operating: 0 to 40°C; Storage: -10°C to 50°C |
Humidity | 0-95% RH up to 5,000 ft |
Method of Cooling | Must not exceed 80°C oil temperature. Customer provides enclosure and cooling. |
X-ray Shielding | Customer must provide enclosure with adequate shielding. Tube emits X-rays in all directions. |
Dimensions | 81mm L X 47mm W (3.2" L X 1.8" W) |
Weight | 119g |
Wide operating range - enables optimal image contrast
Stable X-ray output - delivers high precision measurements
Low attenuation beryllium window - ensures high transmission of low energy X-rays
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Product Name | Part Number | Outline Drawing | Target | Operating Range (kV) | Max Anode Current (mA) | Max Anode Power (W) | Max Filament Current (A) | Spot Size (µm)** | |
X-ray Tube, 1501 Glass, Rh, HP, 2.5mA | 90015 | 8194 | Rh | 4 - 50 | 2.5 | 50 | 2.4 | 200 Max. | Add to quote list |
X-ray Tube, 1501 Glass, Cr, HP, 2mA | 90122 | 8257 | Cr | 4 - 50 | 2.0 | 75 | 2.4 | 175 Max. | Add to quote list |