1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1. Contact and Support Address: DECTRIS Ltd. DECTRIS USA Inc. DECTRIS Japan K.K. Taefernweg 1 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 1630 Mitsuwa Building 1F 5405 Baden-Daettwil Philadelphia, PA 19102 Minamimachi 63, Himeji-shi Switzerland Hyogo 670-0912, Japan Phone: +41 56 500 21 02...
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2. USAGE OF THE PILATUS4 X 2M The PILATUS4 X 2M hybrid-photon-counting (HPC) detector system has been designed for the detection of X- rays produced by synchrotrons or laboratory sources. It is intended for indoor use only. For other applications, ®...
For photon energy ≥13 keV and energy threshold at 50 % of the photon energy. For single threshold. Using two thresholds halves the frame rate. Using three or four thresholds quarters it. ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2...
External trigger input impedance 47 kΩ High level: 2.3 V to 3.3 V Detector trigger output Low level: 0.0 V to 0.6 V Max. current: 24 mA ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 5 | 27...
377 mm x 615 mm x 500 mm Weight 115 V version: 40.0 kg 230 V version: 43.0 kg −1 Typical flow 3 L min Maximum operation pressure 3 bar ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 6 | 27...
The PILATUS4 X 2M detector is designed for indoor use only. The ambient conditions shown in table 3.5 must be satisfied. The stated values are for the ambient conditions.
3D step files of the PILATUS4 X 2M detector are available on request. Please contact DECTRIS technical support for more information. Figure 4.1: Drawing of the PILATUS4 X 2M Detector (also printed separately in the user documentation folder) ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2...
Do not apply any force on the screws, the screws do not need to be tightened to hold the cover in place and excessive force can damage the housing. Figure 4.2: The PILATUS4 X 2M Detector with the Cover Removed (front view) ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2...
4.1.3. Back Side of the Detector Figure 4.3: The PILATUS4 X 2M Detector (back view) ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 10 | 27...
10GBASE-LR Single Mode SFP+ optical transceivers. Do not replace the optical transceivers, as proper function of the detector system cannot be guaranteed other- wise. Please contact support@dectris.com if you need replacement transceivers. Caution There must be a 4 x LC/UPC duplex connectors point-to-point connection between detector and detector control unit.
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To release the tube press and hold the blue ring before pulling at the tube. Table 4.4: Coolant Connectors (see section 5.6) Connector Description Coolant inlet. Quick coupling dry-break double shut-off. Coolant outlet. Plug dry-break double shut-off. ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 12 | 27...
All image data on the detector control unit will be permanently lost. Information Briefly pushing the power button on the front panel will shut down the detector control unit. May take up to 1 min. ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 13 | 27...
The unused data ports are closed with an EMI plug. Do not remove the plugs. 2 x Power AC Connector (redundant power supply) See DELL owner’s manual for further details. ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 14 | 27...
4.3. Thermal Stabilization Unit A thermal stabilization unit is required for the operation of the PILATUS4 X 2M detector system. The hoses and the detector are equipped with self-sealing quick connect fittings to avoid dripping when con- necting or disconnecting the tubes.
It is strictly forbidden to add any threads to the detector base plate or to the detector housing. The detector should be mounted using the four internal M6x1 threads as shown in figure 5.1 (indicated with yellow circles). ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 16 | 27...
Figure 5.1: Drawing of the PILATUS4 X 2M detector base plate. Caution The four M6 screws must not intrude into the detector more than 10 mm. 5.2.2. Mounting from Above Use the mounting brackets as depicted in figure 5.2. These mounting brackets have to be mounted on the base plate of the detector.
(see section 3.3). The PILATUS4 X 2M detector has to be connected to a dry air (or nitrogen) source to avoid humidity and con- densation damage when it is outside of the storage box. For information on system connections, refer to the ®...
Fiber optic cables are sensitive to dirt on the connectors and excessive bending, squeezing, or pinching of the cables. The PILATUS4 X 2M is delivered with a 30 m long optical fiber cable. The connection to the detector consists of 4 x LC/UPC duplex connectors.
• Do not add any component other than those supplied by DECTRIS to the cooling circuit. The PILATUS4 X 2M detector is water-cooled and must be connected to a dedicated thermal stabilization unit. The detector is supplied with quick coupling connectors to connect the cooling tubes to the thermal stabiliza- tion unit.
The mains plug of the detector control unit has to be connected to a grounded power outlet. The detector control unit can be mounted in a standard 19 inch rack, which has to be properly grounded. ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2...
6. TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY CONTROL The PILATUS4 X 2M detector has a combined temperature and humidity sensor. The temperature and humidity control shuts down the detector when the humidity or the temperature of the sensor exceeds the following limits: Table 6.1: Temperature and Humidity Limits...
• Do not remove the nitrogen/dry air connection. It is a requirement that it is left at the recommended flow rate according to section 5.4. Warning As long as the detector power cable is connected, the detector has to be considered under power. ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 23 | 27...
If it is damaged, please contact DECTRIS technical support. The detector housing can be cleaned with a soft tissue. The PILATUS4 X 2M detector does not require any maintenance. The coolant liquid has to be replaced every 12 months. For information on the coolant liquid, see section 4.3.
If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions do not help, please contact support@dectris.com. The LEDs at the back of the detector can provide valuable information for troubleshooting. Check section 4.1.4 for further information.
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Shut down the detector imme- tector exceeds the operating con- diately and check the humidity. ditions. Power up the detector only when the ambient humidity has been reduced. ® DECTRIS PILATUS 4 X 2M Technical Specifications v1.0.2 26 | 27...
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