[PDF] Balancing of the rotary anode of an X-ray tube

Are X-ray anode tubes rotating?

An Introduction to Rotating Anode Tubes Since the discovery of x-rays by Roentgen on Nov. 8, 1985, and until the late twenties, all x-ray tubes were of the fixed focus type, and all anodes (anti-cathodes) suffered from some overheating, and sometimes total destruction of the target.

What is the rotating anode assembly?

The rotating anode assembly consists of: Dr. Ahmed Alsharef Farah 6 Rotating anode x-ray tube. Dr. Ahmed Alsharef Farah 7 • Is anelectrical conductor. It receives electrons emitted by the cathode and conducts them through the tube to the connecting cables and back to the high voltage generator. • Providesmechanical supportfor the target.

What is the difference between instationary and inrotating anode tubes?

• Instationary anode tubesthe target consists of a tungsten alloy embedded in the copper anode. • Inrotating anode tubesthe entire rotating disc is the target. Dr. Ahmed Alsharef Farah