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CMOS X-Ray Detectors allows use of lower radiation doses.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:18 -0500

Dexela flat panel CMOS X-ray detectors are based on CMOS sensor that features high fill factor, efficiency, and low noise which combine to produce DQE of 0.70 at skin dose of 280 µGy. Sensor consists of photodiode array with pixel size of 75 µm, while detectors are available in models with up to 86 fps frame rate and active area up to 290 x 230 mm. They feature shock-/vibration-resistant aluminum housing and operate in temperatures from 10-40°C. High-speed Camera Link interface is included.

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UV-Based System deters illegal in-facility smoking.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:28:00 -0500

Suited for buildings in cities and states where it is illegal for employees to smoke, CatchaSmoker series uses UV flame detector technology to catch smokers in offices and factory bathrooms. Technology detects smoker lighting up and alerts management, either with loud alarm or totally silent/stealth alarm, via building-wide paging system. Installation can be accomplished by regular maintenance staff in less than 1 hr per location.

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Flame Detectors are available with HART communications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:29:03 -0500

Flame detectors FL3100H (UV/IR) and FL3101H (UV-only) detect fires and provide alarm outputs directly from detector while maintaining false alarm immunity. In addition to process variable, HART protocol permits access to device configuration, diagnostics, as well as maintenance and alarm records. Features include continuous optical path monitoring, 4-20 mA stepped output, 3 SPDT high current programmable relay outputs, and RS-485 serial output with Modbus RTU protocol.

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X-Ray Image Detector suits angiography equipment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:25:11 -0500

Operating at speeds up to 30 fps, PaxScan® 3030+ lets physicians monitor interventional procedures, including placement of catheters within blood vessels, in real-time. Multi-modality panel is also designed for use in cardiovascular imaging systems and surgical C-arms. While 194 micron pixel pitch results in images with enhanced contrast resolution and no distortion, cesium iodide scintillator optimized for scanning at 40-150 kV minimizes X-ray dose to patient.

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Digital X-Ray Detectors suit industrial NDT applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 08:33:18 -0500

Providing up to 30 fps of real-time images with 200 µm pixel size and 16-bit resolution, XRD N ES Detector series is designed to withstand high energy test environments found in 24/7 production lines. Measuring 16 in., XRD 1621 N ES is suitable for radiation energies from 20 keV to 15 MeV and offers image size of 2,048 x 2,048 pixels. XRD 0820 N ES, with 8 in. size, is suitable for radiation energies from 20-450 keV, and provides image size of 1,024 x 1,024 pixels.

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X-Ray Detector features large active area.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:31:32 -0500

AXUV 100GX Absolute X-ray Photodiode possesses known active silicon thicknesses and 100% internal quantum efficiency, enabling absolute measurement of X-ray flux with energies 100 keV and beyond. Requiring no external voltage, detector has 10 x 10 mm square active area with room-temperature operation. Nitrided-oxide front window provides up to one Gigarad (SiO2) of radiation hardness. Photodiodes with directly-deposited, thin-metallic filters are available.

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Optical Flame Detectors have explosion-proof design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:37:01 -0500

Addressing fire and explosion hazards in bio-fuel plants, SharpEye 40/40 series includes IR, UV, UV/IR, IR3, and multi-spectral flame detectors with false activation immunity. Sensing distances reach 135 ft, and HART capabilities enable digital communications. Sealed electronics protect integrity of unit when open and heated window prevents condensation in humid environments. Additional protection is provided against hydrocarbon-based and water vapors.

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Silicon Drift Detector offers active area of 100 mm².

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:36:12 -0500

Utilizing Peltier-cooled technology, SAHARA III can achieve low-energy resolutions below 125 eV and count-rates above 100 kps with cool-down period of less than 2 minutes. Cryogen-free, lightweight X-ray detector system offers active detector area of 10-100 mm² and is available with standard beryllium or low-energy polymer windows.

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X-ray Diffraction Detector offers 0.3 ms read-out times.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:37:32 -0500

Able to be operated as point (0D) and linear (1D) detector, Meteor1D uses single photon counting principle and incorporates semiconductor technology. Maintenance-free unit, compliant with health and safety regulations, requires no gas or cooling and does not employ any Beryllium. In static and scanning mode, with energies from 5 keV (Cr) to 18 keV (Mo), detection efficiency is greater than 98% for copper. Detector housing accommodates detection angle (2 Theta) of more than 170º.

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Digital X-Ray Detector delivers 9.4 megapixel resolution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 07:30:43 -0500

Intended for radiology machines, flat panel X-ray detector (FPXD) combines digital imaging with TFT technology to eliminate need for film and development process. Solution features 45 x 46 cm screen and 3,072 x 3,072 resolution for delivery of ultra-high definition images. Image enhancement function eliminates most digital image noise interference. In addition to X-ray systems, applications include CAT scans, building inspections, and airport security scanners.

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LC Detector can analyze non-ionizable compounds.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 07:08:52 -0500

Series 1200 evaporative light scattering detector (ELSD) offers isocratic and gradient analysis of non- and semi-volatile compounds independent of compound's absorbance, fluorescence, or electro-activity. Liquid chromatography (LC) detector features applicability for Rapid Resolution Chromatography (RRLC) with peak widths of 1 sec, 4 nebulizers to cover all HPLC techniques from low l-to semi-preparative flow rates, and convenient front access to facilitate inspection and maintenance.

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X-Ray Inspection System suits packaged and bulk products.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 07:31:06 -0500

Offering mass detection with belt width options of 300, 400, and 600 mm, AdvanChekPlus uses low energy X-ray technology to detect and reject contaminants including metal, stone, glass, and bone, even when packaged in metal foil. It features user-intuitive color touch screen interface, automatic set-up, and modular design. Unit comes in washdown protected NEMA 12 enclosure which is upgradeable to NEMA 4X for high pressure, hot, or caustic washdown environments.

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Silicon Drift Detector is capable of low-energy detection.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 07:41:36 -0500

Suited for electron microscopes, UltraDry offers capabilities that allow for detection of low-energy X-rays down to Beryllium. Clear peak separations in low-energy region facilitate interpretation of spectra and promote confidence in analysis, while X-ray detection performance allows for collection of data at optimized count rates without affecting energy resolution or light element sensitivity. Large-area detector can be coupled with NORAN System SIX and Direct-to-Phase software.

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Eddy Current Probe operates in temperatures to 240°C.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 07:45:37 -0500

Used to monitor rotating shaft alignment and axial position, PRS05 Senturion Proximity Probe is constructed with bobbin expansion chamber and wire strain relief techniques for high-temperature operation. Construction also includes glass-filled PPS bobbin case, rated to 300°C, resistant to oil and chemicals. Offering 0-5 mm non-contact measurement range in 12 mm tip (M18 body) configuration, probe maintains measurement error of less than 5% over full range.

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UV Sensor comes with calibration capability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 15 May 2007 07:35:15 -0500

Series UVX-300-GC UV luminescence sensors provide calibration through proprietary software algorithms that offers one-time calibration of all sensors before distribution in system. Sensors are used on assembly lines to detect presence or absence of components such as O-ring seals, adhesives, labels, paint, and lubricants. They can also detect transparent objects. Units offer remote lock feature that prevents unauthorized changes to sensor settings.

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X-Ray Molecular Spectrometer helps identifiy potential threats.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 08:07:25 -0500

Interpreting standard checkpoint 2-D X-Ray tomography to identify containers and their contents, Optosecurity XMS (X-Ray Molecular Spectrometer) recognizes potential threats according to their unique molecular signatures and identifies innocuous materials and liquids that may be assembled into explosives. Product can be connected to existing x-ray checkpoint systems to improve threat detection and works inline without requiring secondary offline processes.

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UV Luminescence Sensor has long-range, high-speed operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 17 Nov 2006 07:41:37 -0500

Able to detect UV luminescent materials/markers over distances to 300 mm, BLT 31M combines adjustable light projection and high resolution to suit part detection and error proofing applications. Sensing range helps avoid incidental contact in manufacturing process, while 6 kHz response time suits high-speed applications. With optional 50 mm lens, projected light can be directed into 5 mm spot. Sensor includes auto-teach and manual programming as well as analog and discrete outputs.

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EDS System features 4-channel detector.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 26 Apr 2006 08:12:20 -0500

Powered by ESPRIT(TM) software, QUANTAX(TM) QUAD is designed for X-ray microanalysis on electron microscopes. It features 4-channel XFlash® QUAD Detector, which consists of 4 independently operating, 10 mm² Silicon Drift Detectors with integrated anodes and FETs. Cooled by Peltier elements, XFlash requires no liquid nitrogen and is maintenance-free. It accepts max input count rates in excess of 2,000,000 cps with standard energy resolution better than 133 eV at 10,000 cps.

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LC System works with PDA, TUV, and ELS detectors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 01 Feb 2006 05:43:19 -0500

Waters® ACQUITY UPLC(TM) Ultra Performance LC(TM) (UPLC(TM)) is available with photodiode array (PDA), evaporative light scattering (ELS), and tunable ultraviolet (TUV) detectors for high-resolution analysis of compounds. Liquid chromatography (LC) system enables control over detector programming and monitoring from within Waters Empower(TM) chromatography software or MassLynx(TM) mass spectrometry software. PDA and TUV detectors support data rates to 80 Hz.

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Flame Detectors monitor for hydrocarbon-based fires.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 07:07:24 -0500

Designed to detect UV and/or IR radiation emitted by hydrocarbon-based fires and flames, FlameGard Detectors operate as stand-alone units or can be connected to fire or security system. They are enclosed in copper-free, explosion-proof aluminum housings and can be mounted with bracket or optional swivel mount kit. In dusty environments, optional air purge kit keeps viewing glass clear. Detectors are FM approved and include false alarm suppression.

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