Design and Manufacture of a Test Device for Radiosynthesizer Vacuum Pumps.

Autor: Amador Diaz, Victor, Snyder, Scott E., Vavere, Amy L.
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Zdroj: Instruments (2410-390X); Jun2023, Vol. 7 Issue 2, p15, 14p
Abstrakt: Vacuum pump wear is the most prevalent failure mode of the IBA Synthera® automated radiochemistry system. Rebuilding or replacing the pump causes equipment downtime and increases the radiation exposure of the service personnel. We built a dedicated test device to assess new or rebuilt pumps prior to installation, thus reducing downtime and radiation exposure during repairs. The Testbed incorporates a microprocessor that actuates the pump, valves, and pressure sensor; communicates with the user through lights, buttons, and an alphanumeric screen; and outputs test results to a laptop. The Testbed increases productivity and safety in the radiochemistry laboratory. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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