Integrated Microfocus X-Ray Source | MICROBOX 100: Tube + Power Supply

The Microbox 100 is a fully integrated x-ray tube and power supply designed for high-precision NDT(Non destructive testing) and OEM(Original Equipment Manufacturer) integration. Achieve sub-micron resolution with a compact, plug-and-play unit that eliminates external high-voltage cabling. System shielding and mounting are still required.
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Precision Imaging, Simplified Integration

The Microbox 100 series redefines the standard for compact X-ray generation. By combining a microfocus tube, high-voltage power supply, and digital controller into a single enclosure, we provide a shielded integrated x-ray source that is significantly easier to install and maintain than traditional separated systems.

Designed specifically for OEMs and system integrators, the Microbox 100 delivers industry-leading brightness and high-contrast 2D & 3D images using advanced diamond technology. Whether you are performing Printed Circuit Board (PCB) inspection or analyzing biological specimens, this source offers the flux stability and geometric magnification required for critical analysis.

Why Choose the Microbox 100?

  1. Plug-and-Play Power

    • Operates on a standard 24VDC (Volts Direct Current) input, eliminating the need for bulky rack-mount generators.

  2. Software Ready

    • Includes a Windows-based UI (User Interface) for immediate testing and a robust API (RS-232) for full automation within your own software environment.

  3. Compact Footprint

    • Top of its class in weight (4.5kg) and size, making it ideal for portable or desktop inspection systems.
  • Integrated Source (Tube + High Voltage + Controller)
    • System Type
  • 20kV – 100kV(Kilovolt)
    • Voltage Range
  • 15W(Watt)
    • Max Power
  • 5µm (Micrometer)
    • Focal Spot
  • Windows UI & API
    • Control

Select Your Beam Geometry

We offer the Microbox 100 in two distinct configurations to match your mechanical design requirements.

End Window Microbox 100

  • Beam Direction: Parallel to the long axis of the unit.
  • Cone Angle: 95° (Wide coverage).
  • FOD (Focus-to-Object Distance): 7mm (0.276in).
  • Best Application: Ideal for conveyor systems or “top-down” inspection layouts where the sample passes directly in front of the source.

Side Window Microbox 100

  • Beam Direction: Perpendicular (90°) to the unit body.
  • Cone Angle: 45°.
  • FOD (Focus-to-Object Distance): 7mm (0.276in).
  • Best Application: Perfect for rotational CT(Computed Tomography) systems or tight cabinet spaces where the source must be mounted horizontally while firing vertically.

Technical Data

Specification Details
Product Name Microbox 100 (End & Side Window Variants)
Voltage Range 20kV – 100kV
Max Power 15W
Focal Spot Size 5µm
Target Material Tungsten (W) standard; Copper (Cu) available upon request
Window Material 0.254mm (0.010in) Beryllium
Input Power 24 VDC / 2A(Ampere)
Ambient Temp +10°C to +40°C (Max 28°C for full 15W continuous load)
Communication RS-232C (9-pin D-sub connector)
Weight 4.5kg (11.9lbs)
Cooling Internal fan active; external fan recommended for window cooling at max load

Industry Applications

The Microbox 100 is the engine behind high-resolution inspection in critical sectors:

  • Electronics Inspection: Non-destructive testing of Electronic Components and PCBs to detect voids and solder defects.
  • Battery Technology: Inspection of Pouch Batteries and Jelly Rolls to ensure electrode alignment and safety.
  • Life Sciences: Micro-CT imaging for seeds, bones, and biological specimens.
  • Semiconductor: Wafer and die-level packaging inspection.

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Frequently asked questions

A monoblock X-ray source is an X-ray tube system that combines the X-ray tube, the high-voltage power supply, and the controller in one sealed unit. The monoblock design removes external high-voltage cabling. The monoblock design simplifies OEM integration. The monoblock design improves safety by keeping the high-voltage section inside the housing.

A microfocus X-ray tube is an X-ray tube that produces X-rays from a very small focal spot on the target. The focal spot size controls image sharpness. A smaller focal spot reduces geometric blur. A smaller focal spot improves visibility of fine features in industrial imaging and inspection.

A sealed microfocus X-ray tube uses a sealed vacuum envelope that keeps the tube under vacuum for its service life. An open microfocus X-ray tube uses an external vacuum system to maintain the vacuum during operation. A sealed tube reduces system complexity. An open tube increases service flexibility but requires vacuum infrastructure.

Sealed vs Open microfocus X-ray tube

Point Sealed microfocus X-ray tube Open microfocus X-ray tube
Vacuum method The tube maintains vacuum inside a sealed envelope The system maintains vacuum using an external pump
System complexity The sealed tube reduces vacuum system complexity The open tube requires vacuum hardware and monitoring
Maintenance style The sealed tube is usually replaced as a unit The open tube is often serviceable with vacuum support
Typical fit OEM systems needing simpler integration Systems needing vacuum-level control and service flexibility

Microfocus X-ray sources commonly operate across tens of kilovolts up to around 100 kV, depending on the model and application. Higher kV increases X-ray energy. Higher kV increases penetration through dense materials. Higher kV reduces contrast for low-density materials if the imaging setup is not adjusted.

Many microfocus X-ray tubes use more than one electrode. A microfocus X-ray tube uses a filament or cathode circuit to emit electrons. A microfocus X-ray tube uses control electrodes to shape the electron beam in some designs. The system uses supporting supplies for filament power and control signals in addition to the main high-voltage supply.

X-ray tube lifetime depends on operating power, duty cycle, cooling, and stability of the high-voltage supply. Higher power shortens tube life. Poor cooling shortens tube life. Frequent start-stop cycles can shorten tube life. Stable operating conditions extend tube life.

An X-ray tube creates X-rays by converting electron energy into X-rays at the target. An X-ray generator or high-voltage power supply provides the controlled high voltage and current that drives the X-ray tube. The X-ray tube produces radiation. The X-ray generator powers and controls the tube output.

X-ray tube vs X-ray generator/power supply

Point X-ray tube X-ray generator / power supply
Main job The tube produces X-rays at the target The generator supplies and controls high voltage/current
Output X-ray radiation Electrical power and control signals
What changes output Tube design and focal spot behavior kV, current, regulation, ramping, stability
Buyer focus spot size, window, target, geometry kV rating, regulation, interface, protection features

Integrated X-ray sources commonly use analog control signals for setpoints and interlocks. Integrated X-ray sources commonly use serial control such as RS-232 for remote commands and status. Some systems support both analog control and RS-232 control for OEM integration.

Point Integrated (monoblock) X-ray source Separate tube + external HV supply
HV cable length The design minimizes HV cable length The system requires longer external HV cables
Connector exposure The design keeps HV connectors inside the unit The system exposes HV connectors to the environment
Noise/leak risk The design reduces leakage paths and contamination points The system adds more connection points and failure points
Reliability impact The design improves stability and reduces faults The system increases fault risk from cables, connectors, routing

A safe X-ray tube setup uses a matched high-voltage power supply with the correct kV rating, current rating, and control features. The system uses interlocks to prevent unsafe operation. The system uses proper grounding and shielding to meet radiation safety requirements. The best choice uses a power supply tuned for the specific X-ray tube model.