FIGURE 3.
FIGURE 3.
X-ray generator and x-ray tube components are illustrated. The x-ray generator provides operator control of the radiographic techniques, including tube voltage (kVp), tube current (mA), and exposure duration, and delivers power to the x-ray tube. The x-ray tube provides the environment (evacuated x-ray tube insert and high-voltage cable sockets), source of electrons (cathode), source of x-rays (anode), induction motor to rotate the anode (rotor/stator), transformer oil and expansion bellows to provide electrical and heat build-up protection, and the tube housing to support the insert and provide protection from leakage radiation.
