
Shields for Flange Mounting
3 System Description
44192BA2, Rev.03, 07/2021
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The shield has the following functions:
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Shield radiation to a level that is non-hazardous for the operating personnel
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Locking the radiation beam outlet channel for transport and during installation
•
Protecting the integrated source capsule from mechanical damage and the
effects of the surrounding environment
3.1
Variant Locking Cylinder
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Shield head with cover
Clamping screw
Coupling part of the source holder
Source holder
Source
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Shield material
Locking cylinder (
CLOSED
position)
Housing
Locking lever
Fig. 3
Sectional view of a variant source with locking cylinder