An X-ray tube is a vacuum component designed to generate X-rays. Inside the tube, electrons are emitted from a cathode (filament) and accelerated by a high electric field toward a metal anode (target). When these high-speed electrons strike the target, their kinetic energy is converted into X-rays and heat.
To operate effectively, the tube requires a high-voltage power supply to drive the electron acceleration. Precise control of the voltage and current is critical for stable X-ray generation in industrial and research applications.
For more details, please refer to the technical guide "Types of X-ray Tubes and High-voltage Power Supplies".
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