2. DESCRIPTION OF THE X-RAY DEVICE
The x-ray unit is available in several versions, which differ in type of installation, x-ray head and handheld.
It is possible to identify the different versions via the REF on the nameplate.
2.1. INSTALLATION TYPE
WALL-MOUNTED VERSION
NOTE: This section applies only to models RX DC REF: I3PV****S
(Character * can be any alphanumeric value)
a. X-ray generator.
Constant potential high frequency x-ray generator.
b. Removable collimator (cone).
The generator can work with different types of collimator that are automatically recognised:
- 8” cylindrical COLLIMATOR (incorporated in the generator): minimum skin/focus distance 20cm and 60mm
output beam.
- removable 12” rectangular COLLIMATOR (only for I3PV****S): minimum skin/focus distance 30cm and 45x35
mm output beam (rectangular collimator attached).
- removable 12” round COLLIMATOR (optional for I3PV****S): minimum source/skin distance 30cm and diameter
of collimator output beam 55mm (with collimator attached).
The following rectangular collimators to be attached to a 12” round collimator are also available as optionals:
- rectangular COLLIMATOR 22x35 mm
- rectangular COLLIMATOR 31x41 mm.
c. Focus spot.
d. Double pantograph arm.
e. Extension arm.
The extension arm is available in three length versions: 40 cm (15.7"), 60 cm (23.6") and 90 cm (35.4").
f. Handheld.
The handheld can be placed either near the control unit or in a remote position. As a result, the doctor can move
conveniently around the room and move out of the area where x-rays are emitted.
g. Handheld holder.
h. Control unit.
I - Main switch.