Deuteriated Fusion Generators
Our Deuteriated Fusion Generators offer outputs up to 4x1010 neutrons per second. Their tabletop size makes them ideal for use in university, government labs for education and research.
Deuteriated Fusion Generator
Our tabletop Deuteriated Fusion Generators offer outputs up to 4×1010 neutrons per second for laboratory friendly operation.
Ideal for use in university or government labs for education and research and have an exceptionally long lifetime.
DD-108
The DD-108’s lower-energy neutron emission is easily moderated and shielded for experiments that require thermal neutrons. Thermal neutron capture events, provide non-destructive elemental identification for a wide range of applications. Similarly, 2.45 MeV fast neutron interactions can produce clearer data on selected elements (Fe, Cu, etc.) as it is below the gamma-ray response threshold for a large number of common elements (O, C, N, etc.).
The generators has a controllable output level, up to 1×108 neutrons per second. If the pulsed generator option is chosen, a user supplied TTL voltage level (such as from a signal generator) can be used to switch on the generator. When the TTL level is asserted, the generator turns on to the selected output level, which is any yield up to it’s maximum output level, which for this machine is 1×108 neutrons/sec.
- 120 kV operation
- 7.5″ OD
- 30″ Long
- 110v/240v
- Adelphi Control System
- High Voltage Power Supply
- Cooling Unit
- 1 year warranty
Contact us for more information, leadtimes and quotes.
DD-109
The DD-109 uses the deuterium-deuterium fusion reaction to produce 2.45 MeV free neutrons. The system is actively vacuum-pumped, using a continuous trickle supply of the non-radioactive gas.
The DD-109 emits lower-energy neutrons and are easily moderated and shielded. Thermal neutron capture events, identified with either Prompt Gamma Neutron Activation Analysis (PGNAA) or delayed-gamma Neutron Activation Analysis (NAA), provide non-destructive elemental identification for a wide range of applications. Similarly, 2.45 MeV fast neutron interactions can produce clearer data on selected elements (Fe, Cu, etc.) as it is below the gamma-ray response threshold for a large number of common elements (O, C, N, etc.).
- Control, power and cooling unit
- Adelphi Control Software permitting remote operation
- 1 year warranty
- Minimal cost of refurbishment/replacement of emitting unit
10 x 108
10 x 109
10 x 1010
Moderated Generators
Deuterium gas actively cycles through the generator as microwaves are introduced into Adelphi’s propietary ion source, creating plasma. When the generator is put at voltage, an ion beam forms and collides with the generator target, producing neutrons.
The DD-108 is a transportable neutron generator that uses the deuterium-deuterium fusion reaction to produce 2.45 MeV free neutrons. The system is actively vacuum-pumped, using a continuous trickle supply of the non-radioactive gas, resulting in a tube head with an almost unlimited lifetime. Internal components can be easily exchanged as needed due to damage or excessive wear.
Contact us for more information, leadtimes and quotes.
DD-110 Moderated
The new, revolutionary DD110M and DD109M are compact, high yield fast-neutron generators that have an integrated moderators that quickly thermalizes these fast neutrons, resulting in a high thermal neutron fluxes. The generator and moderator are in the same compact housing that can be wheeled around to different experiments or facilities. The thermal neutrons can be directed to output ports, sample chambers or beam collimators. These generators are revolutionary in that they produce thermal fluxes that are comparable to those obtained from research reactors and national neutron facilities, thus opening up to small laboratories the possibility of applications here-to-fore were reserved for the larger, more expensive facilities. These generators are well suited to materials analysis, radiography, and the teaching of nuclear physics.
Materials Identification
Moderating to thermal energies permits activation of many isotopes and makes the generator useful for materials analysis and identification. The generator has a high thermal neutron flux and so is a good source for Neutron Activation Analysis (NAA) and Prompt Gamma Neutron Activation Analysis (PGNAA). This moderated source closely mimics experimental research reactors, which have previously been the primary sources of thermal neutrons that can be used for NAA and PGNAA. Furthermore, the source can be pulsed or gated to minimize the noise background. This can be helpful for delayed neutron activation analysis.
Teaching Nuclear Physics
Imagine having a safe, compact nuclear reactor for classroom demonstrations, experiments and research. This desired system would not be the size of a large two story building, cost millions of dollars, require special government licensing and would require Uranium fuel and would produce waste. In these generators, the only ‘fuel’ used is deuterium, readily available from most scientific gas suppliers. These deuterium based generators require no licensing for either export or operation. Shielding can be purchased that fits precisely around the generator and is removable to allow access to the experimental sample chamber. If you are using it to activate samples, you may wish to purchase a compressed air “Rabbit” system that can deliver a small sample to a location within the shielding. This “Rabbit” system is rather like the compressed air Pneumatic Tube Transport systems (also called PTT, airlift, Lamson tubes or air tubes) that are used in shops and banks to transfer cash to a safe location. Such a system can be used to limit access to the neutron generator itself whilst providing access for students and technicians.
The generator is computer controlled via a graphical user interface and has a series of hardware safety interlocks for the protection of personnel and the generator itself. The generator requires two or three phase electrical power and we can typically work with customers to provide a unit that will work with the voltage and frequency levels available in your jurisdiction. The DD generators have easily replaceable subcomponents that can be installed in the field by customers or Adelphi Technicians. The generators have a controllable output level. If the pulsed generator option is chosen, a user supplied TTL voltage level (such as from a signal generator) can be used to switch on the generator. When the TTL level is asserted, the generator turns on to the selected output level, which is any yield up to it’s maximum output level, which for the DD110M is 1×1010 neutrons/sec.
Working with our customers we fabricate optimized moderators and shielding for our product line of neutron generators. These permit the generators to become safe and useful thermal, epithermal and fast neutron sources for a variety of experiments and applications. Various ports and access point around the moderated generator can be done. The “M-series of Hybrid Generators” have the moderator built into the generator head, permitting higher thermal neutron fluxes to be produced. See the DD110M generators. Pictured are moderators and shielding developed in collaboration with the Missouri University of Science and Technology and the University of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates.
Materials Identification
Moderating to thermal energies permits activation of many isotopes and makes the generator useful for materials analysis and identification. The generator with an optimally designed moderator becomes a high thermal neutron flux source for Neutron Activation Analysis (NAA) and Prompt Gamma Neutron Activation Analysis (PGNAA). The moderated source closely mimics experimental research reactors, which have been the only sources of thermal neutrons that can be used for NAA and PGNAA. Furthermore, the fast neutron source can be pulsed or gated to minimize the noise background of the fast neutron source and its other activated products. This is especially true for delayed neutron activation analysis.
Teaching Nuclear Physics
Imagine having a safe, compact nuclear reactor for classroom demonstrations, experiments and research. This desired system would not be the size of a large two story building, cost $30 million dollars and require licensing from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Indeed, the only fuel used is deuterium, readily available from most scientific gas suppliers. Generators using the deuterium-deuterium reaction require no licensing for export or operation. The generator with its moderator can be fit on a floor area of 4′ x 6′ and be made primarily of light weight polyethylene. The polyethylene can be easily machined to permit changes in the moderator and instrument placement. Adelphi has optimized detector and sample placement and moderator geometry for maximizing detection efficiency.
- Control, power and cooling unit
- Adelphi Control Software permitting remote operation
- 1 year warranty
- Minimal cost of refurbishment/replacement of emitting unit
10 x 108
10 x 109
10 x 1010
Moderated Generators
Deuterium gas actively cycles through the generator as microwaves are introduced into Adelphi’s propietary ion source, creating plasma. When the generator is put at voltage, an ion beam forms and collides with the generator target, producing neutrons.
Contact us for more information, leadtimes and quotes.