SCORPIUS

X-ray source for XRF

Miniature X-ray source (XRT-450) for XRF with an optically excited cathode instead of a heated filament – 5–50 kV, up to 6 W and a spot size below 150 µm. Gas-insulated and therefore repairable.

Application: X-ray fluorescence (XRF)1
Tube voltage: 5–50 kV1
Maximum tube power: Up to 6 W1
Maximum tube current: Up to 250 µA, within the 6 W power envelope1

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Specifications checked against the manufacturer’s documents on 2026-10-16

Overview

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Specifications

The number after each value refers to the source listed below. Values are as published by the manufacturer; the exact configuration is always confirmed in our quotation.

Detector

Window	Beryllium, 125 µm (5 mil)1
Radiation shielding	Meets IEC 624951

Electronics & signal

Tube voltage	5–50 kV1
Maximum tube current	Up to 250 µA, within the 6 W power envelope1

Connectivity & interface

Communication	USB-C (control/signal); Molex (power/lockout)1

Power & battery

Maximum tube power	Up to 6 W1
Supply voltage	20 V DC1

Mechanical

Target material	Ag (others on demand)1

General

Application	X-ray fluorescence (XRF)1
Focal spot	<150 µm FWHM1
HV polarity	Grounded anode1

The data comes from the manufacturer’s published documents. Manufacturers may change specifications; the current configuration and performance are confirmed in the quotation.

Documents

PDFSCORPIUS XRT-450 – A Revolutionary X-Ray Source (brochure)Datasheet · Amptek

Sources

The number after each value refers to the source listed below. Values are as published by the manufacturer; the exact configuration is always confirmed in our quotation.