xPIN
Pin Diode Based X-ray Detector
From alignment of laboratory devices to long term monitoring of X-ray intensity
The Rigaku xPIN metrology detector is a PIN diode based EUV / X-ray detector featuring compact and flexible design ideal for various applications ranging from alignment and testing of laboratory devices to long term precision monitoring of X-ray intensity and is the ideal solution when intensity monitoring or beam alignment is of importance. Due to its affordable price and user friendly operation, it is an ideal professional tool that shouldn’t be missing in any X-ray laboratory or X-ray service engineer’s tool bag.
xPIN Overview
The detector can be easily used as a handheld monitor or can be used with the sensor head fixed to the optical bench. The detector has its own long life internal battery. Recharging or power supply operation can be done through standard USB cable from any USB device.
While connected to PC, the USB cable serves also for data transfer. Various sensor types and filter foils enable to use the Rigaku xPIN for a broad range of energies covering EUV to X-ray radiation.
While the xPIN typically gives a relative intensity value, a calibrated version is available. Finally, for EUV applications both pulsed and continuous versions are available.
Available diodes types:
- X-ray range air version
- X-ray range vacuum compatible detector housing
- EUV range – pulsed source
- EUV range – continuous source
- Other diode types available upon request
Applications
- X-ray beam intensity monitoring
- X-ray optics alignment
- General tool for service engineers
Standard sensors
| X-ray | EUV | |
| Spectral range | 4 keV to 27 keV (above 10 % of peak sensitivity) |
AXUV100G |
| PIN diode active area | 10 mm × 10 mm | 10 mm × 10 mm |
| Light sensitivity | Light tight | No |
| Vacuum compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient operational temperature range |
-20°C to 50°C | -10°C to 40°C |
| Dimensions (a × b) | Ø28 × 23.5 (mm) | Ø30 × 25 (mm) |
xPIN Features
(±) 400 nA (unipolar), res. 1 pA
20 μA full scale, resolution 0.1 nA
(±) 40 μA (unipolar), res. 0.1 nA
xPIN Specifications
| Detector | ||
| Mode of operation | Photovoltaic (unbiased) Biased (+2.5 V or -2.5 V) |
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| Design | A/V converter + digital voltmeter | |
| Ranges (six digits) | 200 nA full scale, resolution 1 pA (+/-) 400 nA (unipolar), res. 1 pA 20 µA full scale, resolution 0.1 nA (+/-) 40 µA (unipolar), res. 0.1 nA |
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| Readout rate | 2.5 / s | |
| Analog output | 2.5 V max. signal (log. scale) 1 V/decade |
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| Weight | 200 g (detector only) 850 g (with all accessories) |
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| Power supply | ||
| Battery | Built in Li-Pol rechargeable 3.7 V, 1100 mAh, protected cell | |
| Battery charge current | 200 mA (USB – PC connection), or 330 mA (battery charger) | |
| Battery life | 72 hrs typ. | |
| External | 5 VDC via USB Micro B connector | |
| Environmental conditions | ||
| Relative humidity, non-condensing | 0 to 80 % | |
| Ambient operational temperature range | 0°C to 40°C | |
| Accessories | ||
| Signal cable | 1.5 m (standard cable), SMB | |
| USB (data/power) cable | 3 m USB A to USB Micro B | |
| Charger | Universal USB | |
| Documentation | On USB memory stick | |
| Protective / carrying case | Reinforced textile | |
| Optional | Pinholes, filters, mechanical adaptors, cables | |
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