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XCT Research M / M Plus

Technical Specifications

Detector unit
  • 12 semiconductor detectors with amplifiers

    Microfocus tube (50 micron spotsize)

  • High voltage 45-60 kV
  • Anode current 0,2-0,5 mA
  • Mean X-ray energy 38-45 keV
  • Width of energy beam (after filtering) 25 keV (FWHM)

    Computer system

  • Modern DOS-compatible computer system (Pentium) with high resolution color graphics monitor and color ink jet printer
  • Unix, Windows and Network optional
  • 3-dimensional image reconstruction optional
  • Interface: RS232, 38400 Baud

    Scanner mechanics

  • Translation-rotation CT-principle
  • Range of angulation 180°
  • Velocity translation 1-30 mm/sec
  • Max. path length horizontal 180 mm
  • Measurement diameter to 50 mm
  • Central gantry opening 50mm
  • Scanner dimensions: 55 cm w, 93 cm d, 62 cm h
  • Weight ca. 50 kg
  • Power supply: 85-230V, 50-60 Hz, 100 VA

    Measurement

  • Voxel size variable, from 70 microns to 500 microns
  • Multi-slice capability, variable 1 to 99 slices
  • Number of projections 180-360 angles
  • CT scan time <80 seconds
  • Variable slice thickness set by operator
  • Automatic entry to a database file with
  • 60 fields of information, including:
    Geometric parameters
    Cortical thickness
    Attenuation values
    Bone mineral density values
    Bone mineral content values
    Area values

    Operating conditions

  • Max. radiation dose 10 cm from the surface (except directly in scan beam) is 0.01 mSv/h (1 mrem) per CT-scan
  • Precision: CV < 0.7 %
  • Operating temperature 15-28°C
  • Humidity 20-80% non condensing

    Holder for in vivo measurements

    Mouse Holder



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