Toshiba AFX-90L-RH XRF Analyzer Tube

The Toshiba AFX-90L-RH is a high-performance X-ray fluorescence (XRF) tube designed for elemental composition analysis applications. This water-cooled, grounded cathode X-ray tube is engineered specifically for X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, providing the excitation source required for accurate material characterization in research, industrial, and laboratory environments.

Electrical Specifications

The X-ray tube operates with an input power rating of 4.0 kW and an input voltage of 60 kV, delivering sufficient excitation energy for analysis of elements across the periodic table. This power level supports analysis of both light and heavy elements, providing flexibility for diverse sample types. The high voltage capability enables deeper penetration and enhanced sensitivity for challenging analytical applications.

• Technology: X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis

• Power Input: 4.0 kW

• Input Voltage: 60 kV

• Cooling: Water-cooled design

• Anode Cooling Flow: 3.3 L/min

• Cathode Cooling Flow: 3.1 L/min

• Dimensions: 6.0 x 23.0 x 6.0 inches (152 x 584 x 152 mm)

• Weight: 29.0 lb (13.2 kg)

Cooling System

The AFX-90L-RH employs a water-cooled design to manage the heat generated during high-power operation. Separate cooling circuits maintain optimal temperature for both the anode and cathode, with flow rates of 3.3 L/min for the anode and 3.1 L/min for the cathode. This dedicated cooling system ensures stable X-ray output and extends the operational life of the tube under continuous duty cycles typical of laboratory and industrial analysis applications.

Application Environments

This XRF tube is suitable for use in pharmaceutical quality control, environmental research laboratories, mining and mineral exploration, materials science research, and manufacturing quality assurance programs. Its robust construction and precision engineering make it a reliable component for analytical instruments requiring consistent, repeatable X-ray excitation for elemental analysis.