Multi-Element SDD Fluorescence

X-Ray Detector System

Operation manual

Ver 1. Oct., 12016

TECHNO AP CO., LTD.

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－ Table of contents －

1. Safety precautions and disclaimer………………………………………….3

2. General discription……………………………………………………………4
3. General view…………………………………………………………………...5
4. Connection……………………………………………………………………...6
4.1. Cable connection…………………………………………………………..6
5. Starting up of the systm………………………………………………………7
5.1. Power supply……………………………………………………………….7
5.2. Applicatoion of peltier power abnd high voltage power……………...7
5.3. Pre-amplifier putput signal………………………………………………8
5.4. Turn output of Peltier power abd high voltage power off……………9
6. Data acuisition application……………………………………………………9
7. Shut down of the system………………………………………………………9
8. Precautions in use…………………………………………………………….10
9. Troble shooting………………………………………………………………..10
9.1. Pre-amplifer output signal is not out put…………………………….10
9.2. Energy resolution is poor………………………………………………..10
10. Specifications…………………………………………………………………11

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1. Safety Precautions and disclaimer

We thank you for your purchasing Multi-Element SDD Fluorescence X-Ray Detector System which uses
Model XSDD50-04V-AP33-Z100V (hereinafter referred to as detector) of Techno AP products
(hereinafter referred to as out company) Prior to use, peruse this safety precautions and disclaimer
thoroughly and follow the instructions strictly for correct usage.

Even if the accident caused by using this product, we are not able to take any responsibility for the
damages of apparatus, peripheral devices, abnormality of software, breakage and other damages
including secondary damages.

Prohibited matters

This apparatus cannot be used for the purpose required special responsibility and quality related to
human life, and accident.
This cannot be used at the places with high temperature, high humidity, and place subject to
vibration.
Do not give strong shock or vibration to this apparatus.
Do not disassemble or modify the apparatus.
Do not let the apparatus get wet by water or condensation. Also do not operate with wet hands.
Immediately stop usage when any heat generation, deformation, discoloration, abnormal noise are
found and call suppliers.

Cautions

・ The operative temperature of this apparatus is room temperature. Prevent condensation when
using.
・ When there is any abnormal smoke or heat generation, turn power off immediately.
・ This is highly precise electronic appliance. Keep an eye on static electricity.
・ Do not store the main unit and battery charger at dusty, high temperature/humidity place.
・ Do not use this apparatus in vicinity of strong wave generating devices, such as mobile phone,
transceiver.
・Under the circumstance of plenty electric noise, there is a risk of mal function.
・Specifications and contents of documents may be revised without preliminary notice.

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2 General Description

Multi-Element SDD Fluorescence X-Ray Detector System is a Fluorescent X-Ray detector System
which realizes high sensitivity Fluorescent XSFS method, having high counting ratio and energy
resolution to realize high sensitivity. Used detector XSDD50-04V-AP33-Z100V incorporates 4 elements
of SDD (Silicon Drift Dfetector) for detecting fluorescent X-Ray measurement. Sensing sphere is as
wide as 200mm2 equivalent (50mm2 per 1 element) and possible to wide energy band of 250 eV up to
30 keV by using AP3.3 detector window. Energy resolution is lower than 250 eV@5.9 keV (Peaking
time 0.25 μsec), Counting ratio is more than 900 keps per element.
This do9cument describes about handling of this system and and this detector.

*The contents of this document may be revised without preliminary notice.

Revision History
Oct., 2016 Ver. 1 First edition

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3. General view

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Fig. 1 Detector surface of XSDD50-04V-AP33-Z100V

(1) SDD (Silicon Drift Detector), 4 elements Sensing sphere 50ｍｍ2 per element. Window is AP3.3。

CAUTION
This detector ‘especially AP3.3 window) is weak against shock and easily broken. When not in use
cover with a supplied vinyl sheet.
Handle with meticulous attentionso as not to hit or drop.
When transwferring it from vacuum state to atmospheric state, do it slowly.

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Fig. 2 Top view of XSDD50-04V-AP33-Z100V

(1) Detector head Stores SDD4 elements. Size is φ50mm×307mm. Material – Stainless
steel.

(2) Flange ICF114 Standard flange

(3) Housing Heat sink and fan built-in for power supply and cooling of pre-
amplifier.Material is aluminum. Alumite processed.

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Fig. 3 XSDD30-04-CP Rear view

(5) from DET1to 4 Outputs pre-amplifier output signal per element.Connector is LEMO。
Number of connectors is 1.

(6) 12VDC AC adapter connector for fan power source

(7) SDD POWER High voltage power source, Pre-amplifier power source, Peltier power
source is integrated. Dsub-9 pin male. Pin assignment is as follows.

Pin Contents
number
1 Peltier power source +3.3V
2 ―
3 Pre-amplifier power source +5V
4 AnalogGND
5 High voltage power Max. rating -160V
6 Peltier power source GND
7 ―
8 Pre-amplifier power source -5V
9 High voltage power source GND

4. Connection

4.1 Cable connection

To use the detectgor, power board for detector, data measurement board, power rack, data aqcquisition
PC are required other than this detector. Configuration is as shown below.
After confirming that the power of this detector is off without fail, connect respective cables.

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Fig. 4 Example of configuration of this detector

5 Starting up of the system

5.1 Power supply

After confirming that the power of this detector is off, turn power on in the following procedure.

(1) Switching hub

(2) AC adapter for fan power source
(3) Power rack
NOTE
When power of power rack is turned on. power board for detector is also turned on and pre-
amplifier power and Peltier power are supplied to this detectgor.
(4) PC for data acquisition
(5) After waiting for 30 seconds, confirm that this detector and PC are connected and
“>ping192.168.10.140” can be executed correctly.

5.2 Application of Peltier power and high voltage power

Start up application for APN3900-PC for detectgor power board and supply power to this
detector with the following procedure. As for power pre-ampliofier power and Pletier power, it is
supplied immediately after the power for detector board is turned on.

*If an oscilloscope is available, it is recommended to apply high voltage power while monitoring pre-
amplifier output signal.

(1) Start short cut icon “APN3900-CP” on desktop.

(2) After several seconds of normal running of communication, status on the screen is correctly updated.
Confirm “HV polarity” is “NEG”, “Peltier” is “Green display” and “Output Volt(V)” is “0”, respectively. If
communication is not correct, “Peltier” is displayed in red. Start application again in such a case.
“Voltage(V)” and “Sweep Time(V/min)” are fixed values. It is not possible to set preliminary.

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(3) Turn high voltage power “ON”.

After turning “HV Output” button on, click “RUN”.

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“HV” lamp flashes and “Output Volt (V)” transits gradually to the set value.

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“HV” lights on to confirm the value goes to vicinity of “Voltage(V)” set as “Output Voltage”.

5.3 Pre-amplifier output signal

After applying high voltage power with rating 200V, followingf pre-amplifier output signal can
be confirmed on oscilloscope.

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5.4 Turn output of Peltier power and high voltage power off

At emergency stop or at end of measurement, turn off high voltage power at the first.

(1) Click “Output OFF”. “HV” lamp flashes.

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Confirm that “HV” lamp lights off and “Output Volt（V）” displays value near to 0V.

To finish application for detector power board APN3900-CP, click “Quit” from menu “file”.

6. Data acquisition application

As for usage of data acquisition application in this system, refer to appendix “DSP software manual”.

7. Shut down of the system

Shut down the system with following procedure.

① Turn high voltage power off.

② Finish application for detector power.
③ Finish application for data acquisition.
④ Shut down datqa acquisition PC.
⑤ Turn power rqack off.
⑥ AC adapter for fan power
⑦ Switching hub
8. Precautions in use

（１） When not in use for a long period, turn pre-amplifier power off by turning high voltage power as
well as power rack off.
（２） When using under atmospheric pressure, measure in a dark place without fail. If light continues
to invade directly into detector, it may cause breakage.
（３） After measurement under vacuum state and return to atmospheric pressure, do it slowly.

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Otherwise, windlw may be broken.
（４） Do not touch SDD detector directly. AP3.3 window may be broken.
（５） When monitoring pre-amplifier output signal oscilloscope, if the wave form stays at a certain
level, without forming sawtooth form, despite of applying high voltage power, turn high voltage
power off immediately and turn power rack off, too.

9 Trouble shooting

9.1 Pre-amplifier output signal is not output

(1) High voltage power is not applied.

(2) Pre-amplifier output signal cable is not connected securely,
(3) Power cable is not connected securely.
(4) Power rack is off.
(5) Fan power is off, and cooling is insufficient.

9.2 Energy resolution is poor

(1) Noise source, such as motor or cooling device. exists nearby.

(2) Ground wire is not connected.
(3) There is a ground loop formed.
(4) Pre-amplifier outout signal cable contacts AC power cable or AC adapter.
(5) When monitoring pre-amplifier output signal oscilloscope, if the wave form stays at a certain
level, without forming sawtooth form, despite of applying high voltage power, turn high voltage
power off immediately and turn power rack off, too.

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10 Specifications

Model XSDD50-04V-AP33-Z100V
Detector X-Ray silicon drift detector
Total effective area 200mm2
Element size 500 mm2 Activwe area (collimates 65 mm2)
Window AP3.3
Detecting range 250 eV～30 keV
Max. count rate 900 kcps
Cooling By Peltier element
Heat dissipation Fan
Material Cylinder – stainless steel, housing – aluminum
Connector Pre-amplifier output (LEMO connector) 4 pcs
Power input (high voltage power, pre-amplifier power, Peltier element
power, DC fan power)
Flange ICF114
Dimensions Overall – 130W x 505.5D x 274.5H
Detector head - 50 diameterD x 307L
Weight approx. 2800 g
Environment in atmosphere. in vacuum
Power consumption Hight voltage power – 145V, 200μA
Pre-amplifier power - ±5Vm 120 mA
Peltier power - 3.3V, 1.8A

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