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Electron multiplier-ion detector system

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4129807

This patent relates to an improved ion detector for use in mass spectrometers for pulse counting signal ions which may have a positive or a negative charge. The invention combines a novel electron multiplier with a scintillator type of ion detector. It is a high vacuum, high voltage device intended for use in ion microprobe mass spectrometers. (auth)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-33-009347
Assignee:
to U.S. Energy Research and Development Administration
Patent Number(s):
PAT-APPL-491,988.; US 3898456
OSTI ID:
4129807
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English