AMPTEK INC.
COOL-X Operating Manual
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Radiation Precautions
The COOL-X is intended to generate x-rays up to 35 keV during normal heating
and cooling phases. However, ambient or room temperature fluctuations will also
result in producing a small amount of x-rays.
WHEN NOT IN USE OR IN STORAGE, ALWAYS KEEP THE
PROTECTIVE METAL COVER ATTACHED TO THE FRONT OF THE
COOL-X.
The COOL-X normally emits x-rays in the forward output direction. However,
radiation in other directions is possible and should be addressed with shielding
and/or monitoring in the final application.
Caution
This device produces X-Rays when energized.
To be operated only by qualified personnel.
Radiation levels external to the x-ray generator housing with the cover on does
not exceed 2.5 mrem/h measured 5 cm from the surface of the housing in
accordance with Requirements 5.2.2.1.1 and 5.2.2.2.2 of the NBS Handbook for
Radiation Safety for X-Ray Diffraction and Fluorescence Analysis Equipment
(for more information, see http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/radhlth/pdf/xdfgehb.pdf).
Beryllium Window Caution
The front of the COOL-X is made of a 10 mils (250 µm) Beryllium window.
DO NOT REMOVE the metal cover from the COOL-X until ready to use. The
Be window is extremely brittle and can shatter easily. Do not have any object
come into contact with the window. Do not touch the window because oil from
the fingers will cause it to oxidize. The window cannot be repaired. If the
window is broken the COOL-X element must be replaced.
Beryllium windows damaged by improper handling will not be covered by
the warranty.
Caution
The COOL-X is only one component of an X-ray instrument. It is the
responsibility of the user, the OEM customer, or experimenter to provide a fail-
safe metal enclosure to prevent escaping radiation while using this product. The
final product (turn-key system) must comply with local government regulations to
protect personnel from exposure to radiation. Amptek Inc. bears no responsibility
for the incorrect use of this product.