XR 4.0 X-ray dosimetry upgrade set

Function and Applications

Upgrade set as an extension of the XR 4.0 X-ray unit.

The set covers the following experiments and topics:

• Dosimetry
• Ionisation of the air by X-rays

Benefits

• Qualitative measurement possible with the electrocope accessory, ideal for demonstration of ionisation of air by x-rays.
• Quantitative measurement using measurement equipment that can also be used for other experiments.
• Experiment covers all topics relevant for teaching radiation exposure.
• Ideal experiment for all students in medicine, radiology, biology, and students dealing with x-ray radiation.

Equipment and Technical Data

The set includes the following components:

• XR 4.0 X-ray optical bench with accessories

• XR 4.0 X-ray fluorescence screen

• XR 4.0 X-ray plate capacitor for the X-ray unit
• Geiger-Müller counter tube, 15 mm, type B
• Electroscope Kolbe
• conductor spheres 20-, 40-mm
• Power supply unit, regulated, 0...600V-
• DC measuring amplifier
• further accessories

Additionally required are an X-ray tube (09057-51, 09057-61, 09057-71, 09057-81).