X-ray
With the PHYWE X-ray XR 4.0 the physics of X-rays can be utilized in a broad range of fields of education at universities, colleges and schools. Extension sets of the XR 4.0 product family permit custom applications in physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, material sciences and geo sciences.
The XR 4.0 is unique as it provides an abundance of uses with an excellent price/performance ratio. Apart from its modern and innovative design the XR 4.0 excels at professional technology, a patent-pending safety system, innovative software solutions, intuitive graphical user interface as well as extensive accessories packages – Quality Made in Germany!
Usable in all subjects:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Applied Sciences

Topics & subtopics
Part of the curriculum

XR 4.0 expert unit –
Sets for all applications
Basic set |
Core components (incl. further Accessories) |
Areas of application |
Application examples |
XRE 4.0 expert set
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XR 4.0 expert unit (X-ray device) XR 4.0 software measure X-ray Optical bank TESS expert manual Fluorescent screen USB cable, mains cable + adaptor |
Basics & applications of X-radiation Radiographic experiments Radiology |
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XRE 4.0 expert set |
(Basic set with copper tube) same as above |
Same as above |
Same as above |
XRE 4.0 expert set |
(Basic set with molybdenum tube) same as above |
Same as above |
Same as above |
XRE 4.0 expert set |
(Basic set with iron tube) same as above |
Same as above |
Same as above |
Extend the basic set with the respective extension set according to area of application |
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Extension sets (optional) |
Core components (incl. further accessories) |
Areas of application |
Application examples |
XRP 4.0 solid-state |
Goniometer, GM counter tube LiF / KBr single crystal Absorption set |
Diffractometry X-ray spectroscopy Bragg reflection / bremsspectrum Characteristic lines |
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XRC 4.0 characterization |
3 X-ray tubes (Cu, Fe, Mo) Goniometer, GM counter tube, LiF / KBr single crystal |
Radiation spectra of the anode Moseley law Rydberg constant Duane-Hunt law |
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XRS 4.0 structure analysis |
Goniometer, GM counter tube, LiF / KBr / NaCl single crystal Crystal holder Powder samples |
Structure investigations Laue patterns Debye-Scherrer images Powder diffractometry |
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XRM 4.0 material analysis
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Goniometer X-ray energy detector Multi-channel analyzer Sample sets |
X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy Non-destructive testing (NDT) Compton effect Energy-dispersive experiments |
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XRI 4.0 radiophoto-graphy
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Digital SLR camera Radiographic object Model loader Implant model |
X-ray imaging Radiography Radiology
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XRD 4.0 dosimetry and radiation damage Art. No. 09170-88
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Parallel-plate capacitor Power supply unit 600 V DC current amplifier Camera |
Dosimetry Degradation Damage Ionization of air |
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XRCT 4.0 computer tomography Art. No. 09180-88
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Direct, digital X-ray image sensor Rotation unit, vertical rotation Measure Tomography software package |
3-dimensional reconstruction Cross sections Direct, digital image capture |
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Complete systems |
Core components (incl. further accessories) |
Areas of application |
Application examples |
XR 4.0 X-ray system |
Complete set for all X-ray experiments |
All |
All |
XRE 4.0 X-ray expert set for schools |
Set with copper tube |
All |
Same applications as for Basic set and Solid-state physics set |

X-ray fluorescence analysis
- Applied Sciences & Physics
- Teacher Experiments
- Laboratory Experiments
Applications of the XR 4.0
- X-ray fluorescence analysis
- Laue images
- Defect diagnosis
- Computed Tomography
- and many more…
XR 4.0 expert set –
Details and technical specifications
Basisgerät XR 4.0 expert unit
- Microprocessor-based, basic device with a central safety monitoring,
as well as 2 independent monitoring circuits, S-Lock (patent pending) - 4 different X-ray tubes visible in operation (Fe, Cu, Mo, W) can be used
Lead-reinforced, acrylic panes for shielding X-radiation, unbreakable - Integrated display for the representation of measured values and
device parameters - TFT graphics display 480×272 color pixels, diagonal 4,3“
- 65,536 colors with backlit LED lighting
- Experimentation space accessible with operation over operating channel
- Built-in LED array for interior lighting (LED)
- Connection field for easy cabling
- Loudspeaker with the Geiger-Mueller counter tube
- Lockable drawer
- High voltage 0.0…35.0 kV, emission current 0.0 … 1.0 mA
- Rate measurement unit (counter tube voltage): 100 … 600 V
- Count time: 0.5…100 s
- Exposure time: 0…100 minutes
- Housing W x H x D (mm): 682 x 620 x 450
- Experimentation space W x H x D (mm): 440 x 345 x 354
- Supply voltage: 110/240 V, 50/60 Hz
- Power consumption: 200 VA
- Weight: 55 kg
- Computer controlled via USB 2.0
- Aux: Multi-pole socket (15-pole)
- USB 2.0: Socket for the connection of digital cameras etc.
- Max 600 V: 2 x 4 mm sockets
For example, for the charge of the capacitor plates (09057-05) for dosimetry experiments - GM tube: BNC socket for the Geiger-Mueller counter tube (09005-00)
- Motor: Socket for the connection of a motor
- Goniometer: Connection socket for the goniometer (09057-10)
- N2: For the introduction of protective gas, and for the connection with
a vacuum pump - Operating temperature range 5°C… 40°C, typical 25°C
- Rel. humidity < 70%
Connections to the device:
- PC: for the control via computer (USB 2.0 socket)
Service: PC for the update of the device setting adjustments and for the diagnostics (only for authorized skilled personnel) - Display: For the connection of the RF adapter Display Connect (12623-88). It serves for the representation of current measured values and device parameters over the large display (07157-93).
- USB 2.0: Socket for the connection of digital cameras etc.
- N2: For the introduction of protective gas, and for the connection with
a vacuum pump - X RED: For connection of the X-ray energy detector (09058-30)
with the multi-channel analyzer (13727-99)
Goniometer:
- Angle step: 0,1…10°
- Speed: 0,5…100,0 s/step
- Samples pivot range: 0…360°
- Counter tube pivot range: -30°…+170°
- PC control over SubD socket
- Two-circuit system
- Self-positioning