RC-encoding for position-sensitive proportional counters using low-resistance, metal-wire anode and active load capacitance

Journal Article · Thu Mar 01 00:00:00 EST 1979 · Rev. Sci. Instrum.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.1135833· OSTI ID:6456579

Kopp, M K

We developed a feedback-stabilized, active load-capacitance to use low-resistance, metal-wire anodes in RC-line encoded, position-sensitive proportional counters (PSPCs) of any length. A 12-cm-long experimental PSPC was tested using a 12-..mu..m-diam Nichrome wire anode and an approx.21 pF active load capacitance. The spatial sensitivity and resolution are equivalent to those of similar PSPC with a carbon-coated quartz anode; but the ruggedness, ease of handling, and stability at high count rates are distinct advantages of the metal-wire anode.

• Research Organization: Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37830
• OSTI ID: 6456579
• Journal Information: Rev. Sci. Instrum.; (United States), Vol. 50:3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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