MAX: Miniature Advanced X-ray Diffraction System

MAX (Miniature Advanced X-ray Diffraction System) is a compact, portable device that measures residual stresses in common engineering materials and retained austenite in ferrous materials (steels and cast irons).

Extremely Portable
The MAX system consists of hardware and software packaged in two rugged carrying cases for ease and mobility. This innovative new product was developed, with support from an Air Force SBIR program, to measure residual stresses in hard-to-access locations on aircraft.

Fast, Reliable Results
With measuring times as short as 2-3 minutes, rapid and appropriate decisions can be made regarding component assessment, rework or replacement.

Versatile
The miniaturized system measurement head fits within a space as small as 8-inches in diameter. The user interface offers simple instructions for obtaining measurements quickly and easily – no special training is needed to make precise, reliable measurements.

 

Miniature Advanced X-ray Diffraction System

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Miniature Advanced X-ray Diffraction System
  • Measures residual stress and retained austenite in a portable package
  • Portable and easy to operate
  • Low-powered (4W) x-ray tubes with Cr and Cu targets
  • Meets or exceeds ANSI 43.2 requirements for open beam operation
  • Dedicated safety system
  • 2θ range of 120 – 170˚
  • Multiple peak fitting analysis routines
  • Residual stress measurements in 2-3 minutes
  • Accuracy of ± 14 MPa (± 2 ksi) on stress-free iron powder
  • 4-peak retained austenite analysis per ASTM E975
  • Principal stress and depth profiling capabilities

X-Ray Tube
Pre-aligned
40 KV/0.1 mA/4W
Cr Tube is standard
Quick change out
Automatic tube recognition
Integrated level for ease of setup

Collimators
Standard 1, 2, 3, & 4.5 mm circular

Goniometer
Ψ angle range -45° to +60°
Operates with 1 detector
Operates in Ψ or Ω orientation
156° bracket(s) standard
Can be operated horizontally and vertically
Adjustable oscillation over entire Ψ angle range

Detector(s)
Miniaturized PSD, approximately 2.5 times as efficient as CCD and PDA detectors (5.9 KeV x-rays)

Software
TEC’s exclusive SaraTEC™ software with license; residual stress and retained austenite data acquisition menu; x-ray power control; goniometer control; set-up menu; full color spectra and spectra comparison display; d-spacing vs sin²Ψ and intensity vs sin²Ψ report displays; peak fit display; region of interest display; library of materials; x-ray tubes ; collimators; penetration correction; depth analysis; batch processing; automated Ψ movement; on-line help.

Safety
Fail-safe system designed to meet the requirements of ANSI 43.2 for open-beam operation. Accepts almost any type of safety interlock such as light beam, floor mats, enclosure, tilt, beacon, and audible alarm. Tilt switch and light beam are standard; all others are optional.

Electrical Power
110 VAC, 60 Hz; or 220 VAC, 50 Hz

 

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