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The ISOVOLT Titan E

X-ray Generator
Robust, Reliable and Highly Accurate Stationary
X-ray Generators for the Widest Range of Applications.

The Reference Class for X-ray generators is based on the proven A wide range of systems is provided. Generators and tubes can be
ISOVOLT platform, which offers more than 25 years experience with 160 kV, 225 kV, 320 kV, 420 kV or 450 kV, and can be operated from
thousands of installations across the world. as low as 5 kV or a current range exceeding up to 45 mA*.

Designed for radiography, radioscopy, radiometry and life-science Titan E control is a modern, state-of-the-art industrial control module for
applications, which place the highest demands on reliability and fail-safe and intuitive system operation.
exposure quality, the range of Titan E generators and accessories A powerful range of suitable accessories complements the
meets the different degrees of automation and customization, integration and application capabilities for all facets of industrial or
required throughout the industrial and scientific sectors. scientific environments.

Unique Features at a Glance

Highest exposure quality Highest device availability Smart user interaction Easy to integrate
A reproducibility of ± 0.01 % for tube current (mA) and Continuous improvements on critical system parameters The stand-alone control module is available in both, a The Titan E considers typical OEM needs, providing
tube voltage (kV) provides highest possible stability of to increase robustness and resistance against external rugged and ergonomic desktop housing, and also as kits, interfaces and protocols for all kinds of industrial
radiation dose rate with fluctuations < 0.05 %. influences, guarantee high system up-times that give 19” adapter version, for easy control-desk integration. system integration (RS 232, Profibus).
This excellent dose reproducibility fits both, Titan E applications that the operator steady revenue streams and perfect time utilization. The design permits intuitive and fatigue-proof operation through a It allows full external control of X-ray equipment and simplifies
demand the highest accuracy, such as calibration of detectors or Stackable and modular design allows easy field service. large graphical display, rotary knob control, function keys and a remote visualization – even without connecting the control module.
dosimeters, as well as radiography applications. Automatic event recording provide instant information for process keypad for fast and direct inputs. Extension of diagnosis capabilities by remote access via Internet or
Extremely low ripple ensures outstandingly stable High Voltage for control and system diagnosis either on site or via optional remote The control interacts with the operator in clear text with four dial-up line is available as an option.
optimized material penetration with excellent efficiency factors. access. international character sets and 16 languages.
The extended tube range of 5 kV to 450 kV in conjunction with the Selected tubes feature maintenance-free High voltage connections,
excellent maximum current of 45 mA*, ensures optimized imaging ensuring highest productivity, while minimizing operational risks.
contrast and very high penetration power. This results in short Fully automated tube warm-up procedures safeguard tube Intelligent and safe operation
exposure times in various operation modes for different material. operation and ensure maximum tube life.
Automatic tube configuration in conjunction with real
time clock powered automated warm-up procedures
Highest device performance enhance operational safety and maximize equipment
Rugged generator design with intelligent tube Flexible usage lifetime.
integration and permanent system monitoring, ensure On board electronics feature reserved memory for up to 250
Built for a wide range of applications in different
highest performance, from peaked intermittent, up to programmable operation modes, records of the last 128 warm-up
environmental conditions, Titan E generator solutions
permanent 24/7 operation**. This results in consistent performance cycles and 512 operation event-logs and a structured setup menu
are for all NDT needs, life science applications and also
over various exposure modes and operation conditions. for individual performance settings.
measurement and calibration tasks.
Unmatched ramp-up times (< 1.5 sec) support applications requiring Built in safety features such as redundant interlock monitoring,
Titan E is available in 3-phase, 400 V or single-phase, 230 V input
fast inspection cycles*. cooling flow rate watchdog signals, operating temperature and
power rating. As a result easy integration into different power
100% duty cycle, for continuous operation in in-line systems**. environments without regional limitations is possible. other system status information are visible on the operation display.
Optimized equipment performance results in increased productivity This leads to instant recognition of system status and health.
and reduced total cost of ownership.

*) depending on permissable tube data

**) subject to optional generator cooling

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 Titan E Control Benefits
A user-friendly, multi-language control features a clear full-graphical Proven platform serving broad range of applications
display, that allows simultaneous readings of set and actual
operating parameters. Embedded in an ergonomic and rugged • Tube protection due to automatic warm-up procedures and
desktop or optional 19” rack mounting housing, full control for X-ray extended warm-up modes to safeguard tube performance.
operation is established. Intuitive guidance through diverse menus • Smart and intuitive user interaction, with several integration
as well as unmistakable messages for clear interventions are possibilities facilitating higher productivity.
provided with this module.
• Excellent dose reproducability with extremely stable high voltage
section for optimized exposures.
The operating concept provides interaction with turning speed
sensitive rotary knob, function keys, a numberic keypad and safety • Convenient integration into several external platforms, such
relevant buttons for X-ray operation as well as a key switch. as automated testing machines, leveraging different interface
features for device control, monitoring and visualization.
The multifunctional rotary knob can be used to set kV, mA, exposure • Excellent endurance and performance for permanent or
time and several configuration settings. intermittent operation.
• Less intensive maintenance combined with easier serviceability
By a progressive change of voltage and current via rotary knob reduces total cost of ownership.
the kV and mA settings can be accurately changed with different
• Broad range of tubes, accessories and kits available.
granulations of 0.1kV / 1 kV / 10 kV respectively 0.01 mA (if enabled)
/ 0.1 mA / 1 mA. This allows optimized one-hand operation for
radioscopy and many other applications.

Features such as free configurable exposure programmes, or

special programmes for constant power, constant current and
manual operation cater for individual demands for radiographic
or radioscopic inspections. The multi-lingual user display with 16
different languages and extended character sets for Japanese,
Cyrillic and Chinese enables comprehensible and simple interaction.
Optional, the entire system control with graphical visualization can
be done via a stand-alone PC based platform.

Titan E provides automatic and manual warm-up modes for optimized

tube conditioning. A special extended warm-up mode safeguards
tube performance under severe conditions and setups.

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Selection of unipolar Tubes*

ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT
160 M2 160 M2 160 M2 160 MM2/ 160 MC2 160 M1 225 M2 225 M2 225 MM2/
0.4-1.5 0.4-3.0 0.4-0.4HP HP 0.4-3.0 0.4-1.5 HP

Max. Tube Voltage (kV) 160 160 160 160 160 160 225 225 225
Tube Current (mA) 10 19 6 11 6 15,6 13 7.0 8
(at Max. Tube Voltage) 4 4 6 5 5.6 3.0 3.0 3.5
1600 3000 1000 1800 1000 2500 3000 1600 1800
Max. Anode Dissipation (W)
640 640 1000 800 900 640 640 800
1.5 3.0 0.4 0.3 x 3 3.0 1.5
Nom. Focal Spot Value IEC 336
0,4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4
3.00 5.50 1.00 1.00 0.40 x 4.00 3.00 5.50 3.00 1.00
Focal Spot Size EN 12 543 (mm)
1.00 1.00 1.00 0.40 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.40
0.5 Ti + 2.0
Inherent Filtration (mm) 1.0 / Be 1.0 / Be 1.0 / Be 1.0 / Be 1.0 / Be 1.0 / Be 1.0 / Be 1.0 / Be
H20 + 2.0 AI
30° x 40° 40° x 360° 30° x 40°
Emergent Beam Angle 40° 40° 40° 40° 40° 40°
Asym. Sym. Asym.
Weight (kg (lbs)) 8.5 (18.7) 8.5 (18.7) 8.5 (18.7) 8.5 (18.7) 8.0 (17.6) 8.5 (18.7) 11.9 (26.2) 11.9 (26.2) 11.9 (26.2)
Accessories
Safety devices Integration and solution kits
• Primary interlock switch • Exposure Calculator (PC Software) Selection of bipolar Tubes*
• Alarm box • Titan E PC (External PC based ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT ISOVOLT
• Switch box visualization) 320/7 320 M2 320/13 320 M2 420/5 450/5 450/10 450 M2/10 450 M2
4.5 - 13 0.4 - 1.0 HP 0.4 - 1.0 HP
• Flash- and warning lamps • PROFIBUS Extension Kit
Max. Tube Voltage (kV) 320 320 320 320 420 450 450 450 450
• Country specific safety kits
Dosimetry and calibration kits
Tube Current (mA) 7 13 13 5.6 5.3 5 10 10 3.3
• Voltage divider (incl. PTB certification) (at Max. Tube Voltage) 3 4.5 5 2.5 2.3 2.1 3.7 2 1.5
HV cables
• In different standard lengths, with 2240 4200 4200 1800 2240 2240 4500 4500 1500
Pumps and coolers Max. Anode Dissipation (W)
960 1500 1680 800 960 960 1680 900 700
quick-lock or flange connections with
(See pictures below) 1.8 4.0 3.5 1.5 1.5 3.5 3.0
rubbercone plugs or maintenance-free Nom. Focal Spot Value IEC 336
0.8 1.5 1.5 0.8 0.8 1.5 1.2
angle plugs. 3.60 5.50 6.30 1.00 3.60 3.6 6.30 5.50 1.00
Focal Spot Size EN 12 543 (mm)
1.90 3.00 3.00 0.40 1.90 1.90 3.00 2.50 0.40
Inherent Filtration (mm) 7.0 / Be 3.0 / Be 7.0 / Be 3.0 / Be 7.0 / Be 7.0 / Be 7.0 / Be 5.0 / Be 5.0 / Be
30° x 40° 30° x 40°
Emergent Beam Angle 20° x 40° 40° 40° 20° x 40° 20° x 40° 40° 40°
Asym. Asym.
Weight (kg (lbs)) 40 (88) 40 (88) 40 (88) 40 (88) 90 (198) 90 (198) 90 (198) 90 (198) 90 (198)
* The ISOVOLT Titan E series can be equipped with various types of tube housing to suit your application. Ask your GE v
representative for an application specific consultation and a full list of tube housings

Maintenance free Junction Kits and Diaphragms Column Stand

WL 3000 SE OW 4002 OL 4503 OLK 50 Voltage Divider angle plug Safety Devices

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System Layout for Exemplary Setups
Unipolar operation Bipolar Operation

(1) (1)
(2)
(4a)
(8a) (2) (4a) (4b)

(3)
(3)

(6b)
(6a)
(5)
(5) (5)

(5)
(7a) (8b)
(7b)

Legend Input and output connections

(1) Mains connecting cable, standard length 10 m / 32 ft, with wire (6a) Unipolar Tube Housing • RS 232 interface for connection of machine controls • “Mains ON” (230V / 2A2).
end ferrules (see tube overview or separate product information) • Interlock as per DIN 54113. • “High Voltage ON” (230V / 2A2).
(2) Control Module ISOVOLT Titan E in desktop housing (6b) Bipolar Tube Housing • Interlock as per United States Radiation Control Act of 1968, • Potential-free contact, for “Mains ON” (60V AC / 75V DC / 2A1).
(optional 19” rack house) (see tube overview or separate product information) § 1020.40. • Potential-free contact, for “Pre-warning Time ON”
• Additional warning output that is active during (30V AC/36V DC / 0.5A1).
(3) Connecting cable control/power stage, standard length 10 m (7a) Water hoses, standard length 10 m (max. 20 m) / 16 ft (max. 32 ft)
pre-warning time. • Potential-free contact, for “High Voltage ON”
(max. 100 m) / 32 ft. (max. approx 320 ft.) (7b) Cooling Oil hoses, standard length 6m (max. 20 m) / 19 ft (max.
• External START/STOP. (60V AC / 75V DC / 2A1).
(4a) High Voltage Generator, 160 kV or 225 kV, Cathode, 64 ft)
• External EMERGENCY-STOP.
with integrated power module Titan E (8a) Water Cooling Pump with built in flow rate monitor,
1) This voltage corresponds to the max. operating voltage (rating as per VDE 0110 Group B).
• Cooling system. 2) These 230 V contacts are collectively fused with 2.5 A.
(4b) High Voltage Generator, 160 kV or 225 kV, Anode see separate specification • External warning flash lamp (fail-safe).
incl. Connecting cable (8b) Oil Cooling Pump, see separate specification
(5) High Voltage Cables, 160 kV or 225 kV, standard length
5 m / 16 ft (max. 20 m / 64 ft for 160 kV - 320 kV; max. 10 m / 32 ft
for 420 kV and 450 kV)

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Technical Specifications
Unipolar Systems Bipolar Systems
High Voltage Generator High Voltage Generator
Max. Output Voltage 160 kV 225 kV Max. Output Voltage -160 kV (Cathode), +160 kV (Anode) -225 kV (Cathode), +225 kV (Anode)
Max. Output Current 45 mA 45 mA Max. Output Current 45 mA 45 mA
Max. Output Power 4,5 kW, Limited by Tube Specification 4,5 kW, Limited by Tube Specification Max. Output Power 4,5 kW (Cathode) 4,5 kW (Cathode)
High Voltage Ripple 5 V/mA (With High Voltage Cable 10 m), 40 kHz 5 V/mA (With High Voltage Cable 10 m), 40 kHz 3 kW (Anode) 3 kW (Anode)
Insulation Oil Oil Limited by Tube Specification Limited by Tube Specification
High Voltage Ripple 10 V/mA (With High Voltage Cable 10 m), 40 kHz 10 V/mA (With High Voltage Cable 10 m), 40 kHz
Housing Dimensions (Cathode) (W x D x H) 350 x 870 x 850 mm (13.8” x 34.3” x 33.5”) 350 x 870 x 850 mm (13.8” x 34.3” x 33.5”)
Insulation Oil Oil
Weight (Cathode) 189 kg (417 lbs), Including Power Module 189 kg (417 lbs), Including Power Module
Operation History 512 Events (256 On / Off events) 512 Events (256 On / Off events)
Tube Voltage Warm-up History 128 Events 128 Events
Preselection and Setting From 5 to 160 kV in 0.1 kV / 1 kV / 10 kV From 5 to 225 kV in 0.1 kV / 1 kV / 10 kV Housing Dimensions (Cathode) (W x D x H) 350 x 870 x 620 mm (13.8” x 34.3” x 24.4”) 350 x 870 x 620 mm (13.8” x 34.3” x 24.4”)
Digital Display of Set and Actual Values Simultaneous 4 Digits Each Simultaneous 4 Digits Each 350 x 870 x 850 mm (13.8” x 34.3” x 33.5”) 350 x 870 x 850 mm (13.8” x 34.3” x 33.5”)
Display Resolution 0.1 kV 0.1 kV Weight (Anode) 123 kg (272 lbs) 123 kg (272 lbs)
Accuracy < ±1% < ±1% Weight (Cathode) 189 kg (417 lbs), Including Power Module 189 kg (417 lbs), Including Power Module
Reproducibility ±0.01% at Constant Temperature Level ±0.01% at Constant Temperature Level Tube Voltage (Anode)
Temperature Drift < 65 ppm/°C < 65 ppm/°C
Preselection and Setting From 5 to 320 kV in 0.1 kV / 1 kV / 10 kV From 5 to 450 kV in 0.1 kV / 1 kV / 10 kV
Tube Current Digital Display of Set and Actual Values Simultaneous 4 Digits Each Simultaneous 4 Digits Each
Preselection and Setting From 0.1 to 45 mA in 0.01 mA / 0.1 mA / 1 mA From 0.1 to 45 mA in in 0.01 mA / 0.1 mA / 1 mA Display Resolution 0.1 kV 0.1 kV
Digital Display of Set and Actual Values Simultaneous 4 Digits Each Simultaneous 4 Digits Each Accuracy < ±1% < ±1%
Display Resolution 0.1 mA / 0.01 mA 0.1 mA / 0.01 mA Reproducibility ±0.01% at Constant Temperature Level ±0.01% at Constant Temperature Level
Accuracy ± 1% ±1% Temperature Drift < 65 ppm/°C < 65 ppm/°C
Reproducibility ± 0.01% at Constant Temperature Level ± 0.01% at Constant Temperature Level Tube Current
Temperature Drift < 65 ppm/°C < 65 ppm/°C
Preselection and Setting From 0.1 to 45 mA in 0.01 mA / 0.1 mA / 1 mA From 0.1 to 45 mA in 0.01 mA / 0.1 mA / 1 mA
Exposure Time Digital Display of Set and Actual Values Simultaneous 4 Digits Each Simultaneous 4 Digits Each
Programmable Timer Non-Volatile Memory Non-Volatile Memory Display Resolution 0.1 mA / 0.01 mA 0.1 mA / 0.01 mA
Preselection and Setting From 0.1 to 99.9 Minutes in 0.1 Min. Increments or From 0.1 to 99.9 Minutes in 0.1 Min. Increments or Accuracy ± 1% ±1%
from 1 to 999 Sec. in 1 Sec. Increments or as direct from 1 to 999 Sec. in 1 Sec. Increments or as direct Reproducibility ± 0.01% at Constant Temperature Level ± 0.01% at Constant Temperature Level
Min./Sec. value (up to 99’59”) Min./Sec. value (up to 99’59”)
Temperature Drift < 65 ppm/°C < 65 ppm/°C
Digital Display of Set and Actual Values The Remaining Time Is Displayed, i.e. After a Mains The Remaining Time Is Displayed, i.e. After a Mains
Failure Exposure Can Be Continued Without any Failure Exposure Can Be Continued Without any Exposure Time
Time Error Time Error Programmable Timer Non-Volatile Memory Non-Volatile Memory
Prewarning Time Preselection and Setting From 0.1 to 99.9 Minutes in 0.1 Min. Increments or From 0.1 to 99.9 Minutes in 0.1 Min. Increments or
Preselection and Setting Digital Setting From 2 to 250 Seconds or Digital Setting From 2 to 250 Seconds or From 1 to 999 Sec. in 1 Sec. Increments or as From 1 to 999 Sec. in 1 Sec. Increments or as
de-activated de-activated direct Min./Sec. value (up to 99’59”) direct Min./Sec. value (up to 99’59”)
Digital Display of Set and Actual Values The Remaining Time Is Displayed, i.e. After a Mains The Remaining Time Is Displayed, i.e. After a Mains
Programmed Mode Failure Exposure Can Be Continued Without any Failure Exposure Can Be Continued Without any
Number of Storable Programs 250 250 Time Error Time Error
Warm-Up Automatic Intelligent Tube conditioning based on Automatic Intelligent Tube conditioning based on Prewarning Time
Real-time Clock Real-time Clock
Extended warm-up for special conditioning Extended warm-up for special conditioning Preselection and Setting Digital Setting From 2 to 250 Seconds or Digital Setting From 2 to 250 Seconds or
X-ray Tube Setup 8 Tube selectable from a database of > 40 8 Tube selectable from a database of > 40 de-activated de-activated
pre-programmed tubes pre-programmed tubes Programmed Mode
Operation History 512 Events (256 On/Off Events) 512 Events (256 On/Off Events) Number of Storable Programs 250 250
Warm-up History 128 Events 128 Events Warm-Up Automatic Intelligent Tube conditioning based on Automatic Intelligent Tube conditioning based on
Real-time Clock Real-time Clock
Control Module Extended warm-up for special conditioning Extended warm-up for special conditioning
Dimensions (W x D x H) 460 x 270 x 100 mm (18.1” x 10.6” x 3.9”) 460 x 270 x 100 mm (18.1” x 10.6” x 3.9”) Built into X-ray Tube Setup 8 Tube selectable from a database of > 40 8 Tube selectable from a database of > 40
Built into Desk Housing Desk Housing pre-programmed tubes pre-programmed tubes
Weight 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) Including Desk Housing 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) Including Desk Housing Control Module
Connected Loads Dimensions (W x D x H) 460 x 270 x 100 mm (18.1” x 10.6” x 3.9”) 460 x 270 x 100 mm (18.1” x 10.6” x 3.9”)
Power connection 1N PE 230 V ± 10% 50/60 Hz 1N PE 230 V ± 10% 50/60 Hz Built into Desk Housing Built into Desk Housing
3N PE 400/230 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 3-Phase, 3N PE 400/230 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 3-Phase, Weight 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) Including Desk Housing 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) Including Desk Housing
Grounded Neutral TN-S or TN-C-S Mains (Star Grounded Neutral TN-S or TN-C-S Mains (Star
Connected System, Optional 3-Phase Isolation Connected System, Optional 3-Phase Isolation Connected Loads
Transformer) Transformer) Power connection 1N PE 230 V ± 10% 50/60 Hz 1N PE 230 V ± 10% 50/60 Hz
Grounding Separate Grounding for X-ray Tube and High Separate Grounding for X-ray Tube and High 3N PE 400/230 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 3-Phase, 3N PE 400/230 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 3-Phase,
Voltage Generator (Minimum 6 mm2) Voltage Generator (Minimum 6 mm2) Grounded Neutral TN-S or TN-C-S Mains (Star Grounded Neutral TN-S or TN-C-S Mains (Star
Mains Fuses 63 A (1N PE) or 25 A (3N PE) Time-Delay Fuses, 63 A (1N PE) or 25 A (3N PE) Time-Delay Fuses, Connected System, Optional 3-Phase Isolation Connected System, Optional 3-Phase Isolation
Customer-Supplied Customer-Supplied Transformer) Transformer)
Operating Temperature Range 0°C to +40°C 0°C to +40°C Grounding Separate Grounding for X-ray Tube and High Separate Grounding for X-ray Tube and High
Storage Temperature Range -30°C to +70°C -30°C to +70°C Voltage Generator (Minimum 6 mm2) Voltage Generator (Minimum 6 mm2)
Mains Fuses 63 A (1N PE) or 25 A (3N PE) Time-Delay Fuses, 63 A (1N PE) or 25 A (3N PE) Time-Delay Fuses,
Customer-Supplied Customer-Supplied
Operating Temperature Range 0°C to +40°C 0°C to +40°C
Storage Temperature Range -30°C to +70°C -30°C to +70°C

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