North Star Imaging’s X5000 is a highly versatile system.
The system has a large scanning envelope and superior ergonomics for loading sizable objects and being able to maintain the sensitivity to inspect even the smallest of items.
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Key Features
System Capabilities
- X-ray energies from 10 kV - 450 kV
- Geometric magnification: >2000x
- Total maximum system resolution: better than 500 nm
- Complies with ASTM E2597 standard
- 32” (81 cm) diameter x 48” (121 cm) tall nominal part envelope
CT Software
- Complete acquisition, processing, and archival program with easy to use interface
- Non-proprietary multiple image format input/output. DICONDE compliant
- High performance image processing and measurement operations
- Multiple window interface for display of raw image, density data, processed image, etc.
- Automated program functions for rapid analysis
- Computed tomography acquisition module
- Available with vorteX, mosaiX and subpiX
- Optional 4D computed tomography
- Optional 3D computed tomography calibration, reconstruction and visualization
X-Ray Source
- Minimum focal spot size: < 500 nm
- Voltage range: 10 kV- 450 kV
- X-ray tube types: micro-focus, mini-focus, nano-focus, open or sealed, transmission or directional or dual head
- Optional dual tube configuration
X-Ray Detector
- Digital X-ray detector types: flat panel (DDA), image intensifier, linear diode array (LDA)
- Detector size: Up to 16 x 16” (40 x 40 cm)
- Grade options: Standard or CT Premium, 14 or 16 bit
Manipulator
- Maximum sample weight: 250 lbs (113 kg) (400 lbs (181 kg) optional)
- Motorized detector travel for variable focal distance modification
- Scan travel with customization available): vertical = 48” (121 cm), horizontal = 33” (83 cm), Z-axis (source to detector) = 48” (121 cm), rotation (optional +/-30°) = 360° continuous, tilt = +20°/-15°
- NSI CNC motion control software for automated scanning with automatic image processing and archiving capabilities
- Part manipulation control:
- Each axis is separately controlled
- All drives variable speed joystick controlled
- Option: Rotational stage indexes outside of the cabinet for ergonomic part loading/unloading
Cabinet
- Meets or exceeds 21 CFR 1020.40 and EN 61010-2-091 2012 standards
- External dimensions:
- 240 kV model: 107” wide x 80” deep x 92” tall (271 cm wide, 203 cm deep, 233 cm tall)
- 450 kV model: 126”wide x 91” deep x 102” tall (320 cm wide, 231 cm deep, 259 cm tall)
- Touch screen operation
- Cable access port with cover, powered sliding access door(s), leaded glass viewing window (240 kV model only), interior lighting, safety light curtains, internal camera monitoring system, and steel/lead/steel construction
- Includes one ergonomic desk and chair
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