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Exradin A16 Ion Chamber

92726


UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY

For assessing pinpoint radiation fields for IMRT, stereotactic, orthovoltage x-rays, and superficial skin therapy


EXRADIN MICROCHAMBERS ARE IDEAL FOR SMALL FIELD SIZE IMRT APPLICATIONS

The Model A16 Exradin Microchamber is designed primarily for IMRT and stereotactic radiosurgery applications, which use cobalt and higher energy beams. The Model A16 Exradin Microchamber is capable of measuring extremely small field sizes of 3.4 mm by 3.4 mm, allowing for exceptional spatial resolution and exact pinpoint beam profile characterization.

FAST, PRECISE MEASUREMENTS

The chamber vents through a flexible tube that surrounds the triaxial cable, ensuring the collecting volume is in pressure equilibrium with the surroundings. The design assures there are no stem or voltage soakage effects, providing precise and reliable measurements. A typical calibration factor for air kerma in a cobalt beam is 3.5 x 109 Gy/C.

DURABLE CONSTRUCTION, BUILT TO LAST

The Model A16 is constructed of rugged C552 Shonka air-equivalent plastic, providing excellent conductivity and years of reliable use.

Features and Benefits

  • Proven guard design yields stable, precise measurements and minimizes settling time by creating uniform field lines
  • Shell is made of durable, long lasting Shonka conductive plastic
  • Axially symmetric design of the chamber provides an uniform, isotropic response
  • Inherent waterproof construction eliminates need for additional protective coverings
  • Non-removable one piece stem for easy, precise positioning
  • A matching 2.5 mm thick Cobalt-60 build-up cap of C552 Shonka air-equivalent plastic is provided for air calibrations and measurements
  • Additional build-up caps of Delrin and brass are available
  • Ionization collection efficiency is 99.9% or better
  • Collecting volume is 0.007 cc
Model A16 Exradin Microchamber

Model A16 Exradin Microchamber


Specifications

REF Number 92726
Collecting Volume 0.007 cm3
Nominal Calibration Factor 450 R/nC
Centroid of Collecting Volume Approximately 1.7 mm from tip of chamber
Collector Diameter 0.33 mm
Outside Diameter of Shell Collecting Volume 3.4 mm
Wall Thickness 0.5 mm
Shell, Collector, and Guard Material Shonka air-equivalent plastic C552, wire, conductive plastic
Included 60Co Buildup Cap Wall thickness of 2.5 mm; contructed of C552
Venting Vented to the ambient via the flexible vent tube surrounding the triaxial cable
Stem Non-removable 0.64 cm OD x 5.6 cm long, black anodized aluminum
Nominal Collection Efficiency 1.000
Maximum Polarizing Potential 1000 V
Nominal Inherent Leakage Currents 10-15 A
Low-Noise Triaxial Cable 50 ohms, 29 pF/ft, 1.5 m long
Signal Connector Triaxial BNC plug (2-Lug, male pin); others available upon request
High Voltage Connector Integral with triaxial connector (shell of chamber is common with connector body)
Waterproof Yes
Product Standards CE0413, Designed to meet IEC 60601-1, IEC 60731

Model A16 Schematic


Publications

The Behavior of Several Microionization Chambers in Small Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy Fields

M. Stasi, B. Baiotto, G. Barboni, and G. Scielzo

Medical Physics 31(10), 2792 (2004)

View Abstract