X-ray system tube

Definition

A replaceable component of a medical or dental diagnostic, or therapeutic x-ray system consisting of a tube (a glass envelope enclosing a filament, anode, cathode under vacuum, and an interface for an electrical connection) designed to convert an input of electrical energy into an output of x-ray energy. It is the x-ray system component that provides a supply of electrons which are free to move, a means of getting the electrons to travel at high-speed, and providing a force which will cause them to suddenly change direction which results in x-ray production. Included are designs referred to as cold-cathode gas discharge tubes, fixed anode tubes, rotating anode tubes, quick change tubes.

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2026-06-04 19:44:10