RADIOGRAPHY (X-RAY) | Industrial X-ray Tubes, Generators & Controls
Portable X-ray Unit 200 kV Directional Radiating Tube Head, water cooled

GE Measurement & Control Solutions uses the number 42 to identify the superior penetration performance of its portable X-ray unit line. This means the ERESCO 42 MF4-W is capable of penetrating 42 mm (1.65”) Fe with a 2.0 density after a ten-minute exposure using AGFA STRUCTURIX D7 film @ 700 mm (27.5”) FFD.
The X-ray tube head consists of a sturdy metal-ceramic X-ray tube and high voltage generator integrated into a rugged compact housing. The water-cooled 200 KV/ 900 W end-grounded X-ray tube is thermally protected for extended life.
The high voltage generator generates high-stability constant potential voltage at higher efficiency than conventional line frequency equipment.
The performance of the X-ray tube and the high voltage generator is continuously monitored for protection and operational safety. An on-board real time clock facilitates fully automatic warm-up routines for optimized and time-saving tube conditioning. The flexible connecting cable is heavy-duty and light weight.
Additional Features
• Rugged construction with proven reliability
• Gas insulated high voltage section reduces size & weight
• End-grounded, Be-window, metal-ceramic X-ray tube
• DC voltage operation
• Modern power electronics provides high stability
• On-board real time clock supports fully automatic warm-up
• Extended operating range from 5 kV to 200 kV enables flexible use
• Large 40° x 60° emergent beam
• Additional water-cooling for environments with limited heat-dissipation capabilities
• 100% duty cycle at 30° Celsius (86° F)
• Built-in fail-safe warning lamp
• CE certification according to EMC and Low Voltage Directives
• Water / dust resistant in accordance with protection class IP65
• Produced under ISO 9001 certified quality management system
Technical Data
X-ray tube type: 200 kV metal-ceramic with Tungsten (W) anode
kV range: 5 - 200 kV (acc. to rating chart)
Target angle: 20°
Inherent filtration: 0.8 mm ± 0.1 mm, Be
Emergent beam: 40° x 60°, elliptical
Focal spot size (EN 12 543): 3.0 mm (~1.5 IEC 336)
Tube current: 0.5 - 10 mA (4.5 mA /200 kV)
Anode temperature, max.: 100°C
Current and voltage stability: ± 1%
Continuous rating: 900 W
Duty cycle (δamb = 30° C): 100% (up to 60 min continuous operation)
Power input, max.: 1.6 kVA (without water cooling pump)
Weight: 25.8 kg (56.9 lbs)
Tube head diameter: 160 mm (6.3“) (without rings)
Protection class: IP65
Min. cooling water flow rate: 2.5 l/min
Max. cooling water pressure: 10 bar
Cooling water specification: Drinking water
Connector for water hoses: diameter 11 mm (7/16”)
Water filter necessary: No
Operating Temperature: -20°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature: -30°C to +80°C