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| a sustained luminous discharge of electricity across a gap in a circuit |
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| guide for radiographer for proper and safe use to prolong tube life |
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two step exposure switches depressed in one motion when possible
adding 1-2% of thorium to tungsten filament |
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| xray tube current is a 5 mA maximum |
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| HU for single phase generators |
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| HU for three phase 6 pulse generators |
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| HU for 3 phase 12 pulse units |
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| shows any kcp and time combo that intersects below ma curve is safe technique |
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| total anode heat loading chart |
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shows maximum exposure factors allowed for a single exposure
designed specifically for small vs large focal spots
single vs 3 phase generators
standard vs high speed anode rotation |
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| determines length of time necessary for anode to cool before making subsequent exposures |
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| housing heat storage/ housing cooling chart |
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determines heat storage capacity of tube housing
also determines heat dissipation of tube housing
(less compared to anode) |
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