Low temperature ion source for calutrons

Patent · Wed Oct 10 00:00:00 EDT 1979

OSTI ID:6780818

Veach, A M; Bell, Jr, W A; Howell, Jr, G D

A new ion source assembly for calutrons has been provided for the efficient separation of elements having high vapor pressures. The strategic location of cooling pads and improved insulation permits operation of the source at lower temperatures. A vapor valve constructed of graphite and located in a constantly increasing temperature gradient provides reliable control of the vapor flow from the charge bottle to the arc chamber. A pronounced saving in calutron operating time and equipment maintenance has been achieved with the use of the present ion source.

• DOE Contract Number: W-7405-ENG-26
• Assignee: Dept. of Energy
• OSTI ID: 6780818
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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