Amador Diaz, V.; Snyder, S.E.; Vavere, A.L. Design and Manufacture of a Test Device for Radiosynthesizer Vacuum Pumps. Instruments2023, 7, 15.
Amador Diaz, V.; Snyder, S.E.; Vavere, A.L. Design and Manufacture of a Test Device for Radiosynthesizer Vacuum Pumps. Instruments 2023, 7, 15.
Amador Diaz, V.; Snyder, S.E.; Vavere, A.L. Design and Manufacture of a Test Device for Radiosynthesizer Vacuum Pumps. Instruments2023, 7, 15.
Amador Diaz, V.; Snyder, S.E.; Vavere, A.L. Design and Manufacture of a Test Device for Radiosynthesizer Vacuum Pumps. Instruments 2023, 7, 15.
Abstract
Vacuum pump wear is the most prevalent failure mode of the IBA Synthera® automated radiochemistry system. Rebuilding or replacing the pump causes equipment downtime and increases the radiation exposure of the service personnel. We built a dedicated test device to assess new or rebuilt pumps prior to installation, thus reducing downtime and radiation exposure during repairs. The Testbed incorporates a microprocessor that actuates the pump, valves, pressure sensor, and communicates with the user through lights, buttons, and an alphanumeric screen. The Testbed increases productivity and safety in the radiochemistry laboratory.
Engineering, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
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