Optical Components Beam attenuation
Diamond X-ray Filters
Attenuates an X-ray beam and conducts absorbed heat to its mount.
Good to know
- Filter thickness changes the attenuation spectrum.
- Metal coatings can tailor energy-dependent absorption.
- Mounting and cooling must account for the absorbed beam power.
Specifications
What we define for diamond x-ray filters, with units and how each is typically measured. We confirm values for your application in technical review.
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| Parameter | Unit | Typical test method |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness and tolerance (bulk or layer) | mm | Micrometer or optical gauge |
| Lateral size, outline or diameter, and tolerance | mm | Optical measurement |
| Thickness uniformity (total thickness variation) | µm | Thickness mapping or interferometry |
| Flatness or surface figure, and bow | µm or fringes | Interferometry (633 nm) or profilometry |
| Edge condition and chip limit | Microscopy inspection to drawing |
Surface & finish
| Parameter | Unit | Typical test method |
|---|---|---|
| Surface roughness per side | nm Ra | Profilometry or AFM |
Optical performance
| Parameter | Unit | Typical test method |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation type, energy range and beam size | keV | Per application brief |
| Transmittance over operating band or photon-energy range | % | FTIR or UV–Vis spectrophotometry |
| Coating construction and thickness | nm | Spectrophotometry, XRF or cross-section |
Integration & packaging
| Parameter | Unit | Typical test method |
|---|---|---|
| Heat load or beam power | W | Application thermal analysis |
| Mounting interface, host fit and attachment | Per drawing | |
| Operating temperature limit | °C | Per application brief |
| Packaging, cleanliness and labelling | Per drawing | |
| Certificate of conformance and traceability | Supplier declaration |
Where it is used
- Lasers & PhotonicsOptics must transmit light and survive heat load; diamond transmits and conducts heat away.
- Semiconductor EquipmentProcessing demands precision, cleanliness and compatible materials; diamond parts are specified around all three.
- Research & QuantumExperiments need pure material and sensitive measurement; diamond is specified to your conditions.
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