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v|tome|x L 450

2D and 3D Computed Tomography

The phoenix v|tome|x L 450 is a versatile high-resolution microfocus system for 2D and 3D computed tomography (micro ct) and 2D non-destructive X-ray inspection. With its granite-based manipulation it is handling even large samples with highest precision. The system is an optimal solution for void and flaw detection and 3D metrology (e.g. first article inspection) of castings. An optionally second X-ray tube allows to adapt the v|tome|x L 450 to any kind of industrial and scientific CT application.

 

 

 

 

 

Features

Key Features:

  • 450 kV / 1500 W bipolar minifocus X-ray tube - specially optimized for CT applications – in metal / ceramic design for sharp CT scans of large and high absorbing samples
  • Up to 10 times increased filament lifetime, ensuring long-term stability and optimizing system efficiency by long-life|filament (optionally)
  • Fast CT acquisition and brilliant live images by high dynamic temperature-stabilized GE DXR digital detector with 30 fps (frames per second) (optionally)

Customer Benefits:

  • Metrology package for dimensional measuring with extremely high precision, reproducibility and user-friendliness
  • Excellent software modules for highest CT quality and ease of use, e.g.
    • High reproducible 3D metrology by click & measure|CT with datos|x 2.0: fully automated execution of CT scan, reconstruction and analysis process
    • Accelerated 3D CT reconstruction results within a few seconds or minutes (depending of the volume size) by velo|CT

Applications

3D Computed Tomography

The classic application of industrial X-ray 3D computed tomography (micro ct and nano ct) is the inspection and three-dimensional measurement of metal and plastic castings. However, phoenix|x-ray’s high-resolution X-ray technology opens up a variety of new applications in fields such as sensor technology, electronics, materials science, and many other natural sciences.

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Turbine blades are complex high-performance castings which have to fulfill highest quality and security-requirements. CT allows failure analysis as well as precise 3D measurements (e.g. wall-thickness).

Material Science

High-resolution computed tomography (micro ct and nano ct) is used for inspecting materials, composites, sintered materials and ceramics but also to analyze geological or biological samples. Materials distribution, voids and cracks are visualized three-dimensionally at microscopic resolution.

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nanoCT® of a glass fiber-composite material: The fiber direction of the fiber mats (blue) and the matrix resin (orange) are displayed. Right: Voids inside the resin appear as dark cavities. Left: The resin has been faded out to better visualize the fiber mats. The individual fibers inside the mat are visible.

Sensorics and Electrical Engineering

In the inspection of sensors and electronic components, high-resolution X-ray technologies are mostly used to inspect and evaluate contacts, joints, cases, insulators and the situation of assembly. It is even possible to inspect semiconductor components and electronic devices (solder joints) without having to disassemble the device.

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Microfocus computed tomography (micro ct) of a crimp connection with a crimp height of 1.4 mm. To determine the number of individual strands and the crimping density, three tomographic layers, of the inlet area, the outlet area and the crimping zone itself (green), are generated: 19 strands enter, but only 17 exit the crimping zone. Due to the lack of material, small voids developed inside the crimping zone.

Metrology

3D metrology with X-ray is the only technique allowing to non-destructively measure the interior of complex objects. By contrast with conventional tactile coordinate measurement technique, a computed tomography scan of an object acquires all surface points simultaneously – including all hidden features like undercuts which are not accessible non-destructively using other methods of measurement. The v|tome|x s has a special 3D metrology package that contains everything needed for dimensional measuring with the greatest possible precision, reproducibility and user-friendliness, from calibration instruments to surface extraction modules. In addition to 2D wall thickness measurements, the CT volume data can be quickly and easily compared with CAD data, for example, in order to analyse the complete component to ensure it complies with all specified dimensions.

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3D measurement of a cylinder head

Casting & Welding

Radiographic non-destructive testing is used to detect flaws in castings and welds. The combination of microfocus X-ray technology and industrial X-ray computed tomography (mico ct) enables defect detectability in the micrometer range and provides three-dimensional images of low-contrast defects.

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Three-dimensional microfocus CT (micro ct) of an aluminum casting containing some voids.

Specifications

Max. tube voltage 450 kV (optional 2 X-ray sources (240 kV microfocus and 450 kV macrofocus X-ray tube)
Max. output 1500 W
Detail detectability Up to 1 µm
Min. focus-object-distance 4.5 mm
Max. voxel resolution (depending on object size) < 1.3 µm
Geometric magnification (2D) 1.25 times up to 555 times
Geometric magnification (3D) 1.25 times up to 333 times
Max. object size (height x diameter) 1000 mm x 800 mm / 39" x 31.5"
Max. object weight 100 kg/ 220.5 lb
Manipulation granite-based 7-axis manipulator for long-term stability and highest precision
2D X-ray imaging yes
3D computed tomography yes (easy switching between 2D inspection and 3D computed tomography mode)
Advanced surface extraction yes (optional)
CAD comparison + dimensional measurement yes (optional)
System size 6500 mm x 3400 mm x 3300 mm / 256” x 134” x 130”
System weight appr. 22 t / 143300 lb
Radiation Safety - Full protective radiation safety cabinet according to the German RöV (attachment 2 nr. 3) and the US Performance Standard 21 CFR 1020.40 (Cabinet X-ray Systems)
- Radiation leakage rate: < 1.0 µSv/h measured 10 cm from cabinet wall

Accessories

Control Unit
Control unit for controlling the hardware components of the system, equipped with current processes technology based on the dual/quad core technology

Reconstruction / Visualization Workstation
High-End workstation based on the current Intel® Xeon® processor technology (multi-CPU and Multi Core Design)

Media Gallery

Videos

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Casting void analysis Corroded pipe Injection nozzle Laser
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Pipe Turbine blade

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