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RAD Hardened Daedal Positioners
Driven by industry demands, Parker has developed proven positioner modifications for operation in environments where exposure to Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Neutron, or X-Ray radiation exists.
Materials, of all types, located in radiation environments are vulnerable to material degradation. Positioning equipment, in such environments, can experience adverse physical eff ects translating into reduced product life.
Radiation can be measured in terms of absorbed dose. Absorbed dose isthe amount of energy that ionizing radiation imparts to a given mass of matter. The most commonly used unit for absorbed dose is the RAD (Radiation Absorbed Dose). REM (Roentgen Equivalent Man) and R (Roentgen) are also used.
Parker’s primary design objective, in radioactive environments, is to employ material modifications and lubrication methods that reduce the physical effects of radiation damage and help promote increased product life.
Industries that have used Parker RAD Hardened Positioners
- Medical Diagnostics
- Electric Power Generation
- Medical Imaging
- Space Exploration
- Naval Nuclear
- Medical Treatment
- Research
- Alternate Energy
Modifications
How Parker Prepares Positioners
| Aluminum Parts Hard-Coat Anodized |
Stainless Steel Hardware | Radiation robustness is a paramount consideration when selecting materials for use inradiation environments. Material selection plays a signifificant role in determining product safety and product life. The chart, to the left, reflfl ects some of the modifications that we make to positioners for use in Radiation Environments. See ‘Success’ section below for application information Parker requires to ensure thorough evaluation of your radiation application. | |
| Stainless Steel Components | Evaluation of All Non-Metallic Components |
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| Removal of Ballscrew Wipers |
Custom Cages for Ballscrew and Linear Bearings |
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| Removal of Linear Bearing Wipers |
Radiation Approved Plating | ||
| Radiation Approved Plating | Evaluation of Magnet Material |
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| Radiation Resistant Grease | Evaluation of Strip-Seals |
Success
To ensure success, our positioners are built specifically to your unique application specifications. As we partner together, we will ask you to provide radiation environment details and overall application perimeters.
We will then request the radiation type, your expected radiation dose and the required life of the product.We will also ask for performance and precision requirements of your application.
Parker’s Application Engineering Team will perform sizing on the application the evaluate the cumulative effects of the specific radiation environment on the material used in our stages.
After thorough analysis of the environmental effects and application specifics, the Parker Team will present a comprehensive solution that will satisfy the needs of your radiation application. Call now to discuss your Radiationapplication requirements.
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