Shimadzu XSeeker 8000 is designed for simplicity

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (Columbia, Md., U.S.) introduces the XSeeker 8000 benchtop X-ray computed tomography (CT) system, reported to be one of the smallest and lightest instrument in its X-ray output class.

Despite its compact frame, the XSeeker 8000 can hold samples with a diameter up to 11.8" and a height of 12.6". The XSeeker 8000 features a 160-kV high-output X-ray source that enables observations of thick, hard-to-penetrate plastic parts, as well as aluminum die-cast and other metal components.

The newly developed XSeeker control software provides user-friendly operation and high throughput. Users can begin conducting observations in three steps, the company notes. The XSeeker 8000 has four preset scan conditions. These four options incorporate a combination of material density and CT image quality settings. The standard software includes cross-sectional and 3D volume rendering viewers, enabling more intuitive observations coordinated with the cross-sectional display function.

According to Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, a single scan can be completed in as little as 12 seconds thanks to the proprietary CT image reconstruction algorithm. All processes of repetitive scanning in inspection applications — from start of scanning to observing cross-sections of interest — are available at the push of a single button.