Beryllium X-Ray Window for X-Ray Tube | High Purity Beryllium Supplier
- High-purity beryllium X-ray window for X-ray tube applications
- Purity 99.9% (3N grade) for minimal spectral contamination
- Low density 1.848 g/cm³ — ideal for X-ray window applications
- High X-ray transmissivity for low-energy X-ray detection
- Excellent vacuum tightness with leak rate < 3×10⁻¹⁰ mbar·L/s
- Available in ultra-thin gauges from 8μm
- Superior strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance
- Ideal for X-ray tubes, detectors, EDXRF, WDXRF, and medical imaging
Description Of Beryllium X-Ray Window for X-Ray Tube
Beryllium X-Ray Window for X-Ray Tube is a thin, high-purity beryllium component specifically designed for X-ray tube applications. Beryllium is a lightweight, silver-grey metal with a density of 1.848 g/cm³, excellent X-ray transmissivity, and superior mechanical strength. These windows are critical components in X-ray tubes, serving as the vacuum barrier through which X-rays are emitted.
Beryllium offers a unique combination of properties that make it ideal for X-ray tube window applications. With low density and low atomic number (Z=4), beryllium provides high transmissivity for low-energy X-rays, minimizing spectral contamination and improving detection sensitivity. The material also offers high strength even in thin gauges, excellent vacuum tightness, and good thermal stability.
High purity beryllium X-ray windows are available in ultra-thin gauges from 8μm, with surface finishes including as-rolled, vacuum-tight, and optically-dense. Custom sizes and shapes are available upon request. Typical applications include X-ray tubes, X-ray detectors (EDXRF, WDXRF, XRD), medical imaging systems, and analytical instruments.
Features Of Beryllium X-Ray Window for X-Ray Tube
High Purity: 99.9% purity (3N grade), ensuring minimal spectral contamination in X-ray analysis.
Designed for X-Ray Tubes: Specifically optimized for X-ray tube window applications.
Low Density: 1.848 g/cm³, enabling high X-ray transmissivity for low-energy detection.
Ultra-Thin Gauges: Available from 8μm, ideal for high-resolution X-ray windows.
Excellent Vacuum Tightness: Leak rate < 3×10⁻¹⁰ mbar·L/s for reliable vacuum isolation.
High Strength: Superior mechanical strength even in thin gauges.
Corrosion Resistance: Resists moisture, solvents, and many chemicals.
Customizable Dimensions: Custom sizes and shapes available.
Surface Options: As-rolled, vacuum-tight, optically-dense.
Specifications Beryllium X-Ray Window for X-Ray Tube
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material | Beryllium (Be) |
| Purity | ≥99.9% (3N grade) |
| Density | 1.848 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 1277°C |
| Boiling Point | 2970°C |
| Young's Modulus | 287 GPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 2.01 W/cm/K |
| Thermal Expansion | 11.3 µm/(m·K) |
| Electrical Resistivity | 4.0 µΩ·cm |
| Thickness Range | From 8 μm (customizable) |
| Surface Finish | As-rolled, vacuum-tight, optically-dense |