Insert for a Machlett 'Dynamax 25' rotating anode x-ray tube unit

Made:
1950-1974 in Wembley
maker:
Machlett X-Ray Tubes Limited
Insert for a Machlett 'Dynamax 25' rotating anode x-ray tube

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Insert for a Machlett 'Dynamax 25' rotating anode x-ray tube
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Insert for a Machlett 'Dynamax 25' rotating anode x-ray tube unit, with 0.3 and 2mm focal spot sizes. No. BR7073, by Machlett X-Ray Tubes (Great Britain), Wembley, London, England, 1950-1974. The anode has a tantalum backing which acts as a getter and absorbs residual gas when hot.

Details

Category:
X-rays
Object Number:
1989-895
type:
x-ray tube
credit:
Picker International Ltd.