Maintenance for industrial X-ray and CT systems
Servicing, cleaning, lubrication, component replacement and cathode refurbishment for your inspection system, from the X-ray source to the radiation-shielding cabinet.
Where we work on a typical cabinet X-ray or CT system. Select a number to jump to that service area.
Component-level Service from
an X-ray Inspection Lab
XRAY-LAB provides maintenance and component-level services for industrial X-ray and CT inspection systems. We service, clean, lubricate, replace and refurbish the parts that determine image quality, positioning accuracy and operator safety.
We have run X-ray and CT inspection for industry since 1998, so we know these systems from the operator’s side. Regular maintenance helps you avoid unplanned downtime, keep inspection results consistent and extend the useful life of your equipment.
X-ray source and vacuum system maintenance
The X-ray source drives image quality. We service tube components and the vacuum system around them to support stable, reliable source operation.
Cleaning and polishing of X-ray tube components
Removes deposits that can affect emission stability and high-voltage behaviour.
Target position adjustment and target replacement
Brings a worn or shifted target back into position, or replaces it, to help restore focal spot quality.
High-voltage connector and insulator servicing
Cleaning and re-greasing of HV connectors and insulators, including preload checks, to reduce the risk of arcing.
Replacement of vacuum seals and gaskets
Fresh seals keep the tube tight, supporting short pump-down times and a stable operating vacuum.
Turbomolecular pump servicing and lubrication
Lubricant service for the turbomolecular pump that holds the tube at operating vacuum.
Mechanical and cooling system maintenance
Repeatable 2D and CT results depend on precise positioning and steady thermal conditions. We maintain the components that move the part and cool the detector.
Mechanical axes, linear guides, drive spindles and belts
Cleaning, inspection and maintenance for smooth, repeatable positioning.
Lubrication of manipulator mechanisms
Correct lubrication reduces wear on moving parts of the manipulator.
Safety interlock and emergency-stop checks
Checks on the door interlocks and emergency-stop function that protect operators.
Detector cooling unit service
Coolant level inspection and refilling as required to maintain adequate cooling performance.
Control cabinet maintenance
Control electronics and the control PC need healthy hardware and clean airflow. We maintain and clean the control cabinet hardware.
Control PC maintenance
Including replacement of faulty hardware components.
Backup of accessible software configuration files
Your system settings are saved, so they can be restored if hardware has to be replaced.
Cleaning of ventilation filters, air inlets and cooling fans
Clear airflow keeps cabinet temperatures down and helps protect the electronics.
Radiation-shielding cabinet maintenance
The protective enclosure keeps your team safe. Routine care and inspection keep its doors, seals and viewing window in good working order.
Lubrication of doors, hinges, seals and locking mechanisms
Keeps heavy shielded doors moving freely and closing correctly.
Cleaning of the lead-glass viewing window
A clear view into the cabinet during setup and inspection.
Basic condition and radiation safety checks
Inspection of the shielding cabinet’s condition as part of routine maintenance.
Filament and Cathode Refurbishment
We refurbish compatible filament housings and cathode assemblies for X-ray sources, giving you an alternative to buying new OEM cathodes. Each housing is rebuilt with new filament wire and aligned under a microscope.
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Inspect and assess
We inspect the existing filament housing and assess whether it is suitable for refurbishment.
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Install a new filament
New filament wire manufactured in Germany is installed in the housing.
3
Polish the mirror surface
The inner mirror surface of the filament housing is polished.
4
Align under a microscope
The filament is precisely aligned under a microscope before the assembly is returned.
1
Inspect and assess
We inspect the existing filament housing and assess whether it is suitable for refurbishment.
2
Install a new filament
New filament wire manufactured in Germany is installed in the housing.
3
Polish the mirror surface
The inner mirror surface of the filament housing is polished.
4
Align under a microscope
The filament is precisely aligned under a microscope before the assembly is returned.
Filament wire made in Germany
Every refurbishment uses new filament wire.
Microscope alignment
Precise positioning of the filament in the housing.
OEM-comparable service life*
Under comparable operating conditions.
* Our refurbished cathodes are intended to provide a service life comparable to OEM cathodes under comparable operating conditions. Actual service life depends on the X-ray source configuration and operating conditions.
More for your X-ray Equipment
Frequently asked questions
Questions not covered here? Our service team will answer them directly.
The service scope depends on the installed system, its configuration, component compatibility and the requirements we agree with you. Not every service applies to every system. Send us the manufacturer, model and X-ray source type and we will confirm which services are available for your equipment.
We inspect and assess the existing filament housing, install new filament wire manufactured in Germany, polish the inner mirror surface of the housing and align the filament precisely under a microscope.
Our refurbished cathodes are intended to provide a service life comparable to OEM cathodes under comparable operating conditions. Actual service life depends on the X-ray source configuration and how the system is operated.
Yes. Maintenance covers the safety interlocks and emergency-stop, as well as basic condition and radiation safety checks of the radiation-shielding cabinet. These checks are part of routine maintenance and do not replace any inspection required by your local radiation protection authority.
As part of control cabinet maintenance we back up accessible software configuration files, so system settings can be restored if control PC hardware has to be replaced.
The system manufacturer and model, the X-ray source and detector type, the date of the last service, any faults or symptoms you have noticed, and photos of the nameplates. With this we can scope the visit and confirm which services apply.
Plan maintenance for your X-ray or CT system
Tell us your system manufacturer, model and what you need. We will confirm the applicable services and send you a quote.
