RADIOGRAPHY (X-RAY) | Industrial X-ray Tubes, Generators & Controls
Portable X-ray Unit 300 kV Directional Radiating Tube Head, air cooled

The ERESCO 65 MF4 is a 300 kV constant potential portable X-ray tube head using state of the art switching technology with high radiation output allowing shortest exposure times thereby increasing productivity.
GE Measurement & Control Solutions uses the number 65 to identify the superior penetration performance of its portable X-ray unit line. This means the ERESCO 65 MF4 is capable of penetrating 65 mm (2.56”) 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 air-cooled 300 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 300 kV enables flexible use
• Large 40° x 60° emergent beam
• Optimized air-flow cooling for efficient heat dissipation
• 100% duty cycle at 30° Celsius (86° F)
• Built-in fail-safe warning lamp
• CE certification according to EMC and Low Voltage Directives
• French Standard NFC 74 100 compliant
• BfS certification (PTB approval)
• Water / dust resistant in accordance with protection class IP65
• Produced under ISO 9001 certified quality management system
• Also available as water-cooled version ERESCO 65 MF4-W
Options
• Carrying cradle
• Diaphragm / collimator attachments
• Laser centering device
• Telescope centering device
• Transport and positioning cart
• Fail-safe flashing warning lamp
• Stands and mounting kits
• Aluminium transport box
Technical data
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X-ray tube type |
300 kV metal-ceramic with Tungsten (W) anode |
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kV range |
5 - 300 kV (acc. to rating chart) |
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Target angle |
20° |
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Inherent filtration |
0.8 mm ± 0.1 mm, Be |
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Emergent beam |
40° x 60°, elliptical |
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Focal spot size (EN 12 543) |
3.0 mm (~1.5 IEC 336) |
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Tube current |
0.5 - 6 mA (3.0 mA /300 kV) |
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Anode temperature, max. |
100 °C |
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Current and voltage stability |
± 1% |
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Continuous rating |
900 W |
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Duty cycle (δamb = 30° C) |
100 % (up to 60 min continuous operation) |
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Power input, max. |
2.0 kVA |
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Weight |
40 kg (88.2 lbs) |
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37.5 kg (82.7 lbs) (without rings) |
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Tube head diameter |
290 mm (11.42”) |
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225 mm (7.87”) (without rings) |
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Protection class |
IP65 |
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Operating Temperature |
-20°C to +50°C |
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Storage Temperature |
-30°C to +80°C |