X-ray Equipment | Nikon XT V Series
XT V Series – Key Features
- Real-time and automated X-ray inspection modes
- CT-ready configuration for 3D imaging
- High-resolution flat panel detectors (up to 2.85 Mpixel)
- Advanced defect detection including voids, cracks, and cold joints
- Open tube design for low maintenance and long source life
- Compact footprint with large tray for multi-board inspection
Nikon’s XT V Series is a world-class X-ray equipment and CT system designed for reliable, high-resolution, non-destructive inspection of electronic components. Whether you’re inspecting PCBs, semiconductor packages, or microelectronic assemblies, the XT V 130 and XT V 160 models deliver unmatched imaging performance, flexibility, and ease of use.
Combining advanced imaging capabilities with user-friendly design to maximise inspection efficiency, the systems are powered by Nikon’s Inspect-X software. This sophisticated user interface features intuitive controls and automated image analysis.
High-resolution imaging down to 500 nm and 16-bit processing ensures exceptional clarity, while productivity features like barcode recognition and fast sample loading streamline workflows.
Safety is built-in with lead-lined cabinets and compliance with DIN 54113 and CE standards. Additionally, the open tube design with user-replaceable filaments and cable-free high-voltage generators helps reduce maintenance and long-term operating costs.
Premium X-ray Equipment – Nikon XT V 160
The XT V 160 is engineered for demanding production environments and failure analysis labs. It features Nikon’s proprietary NanoTech 160 kV / 20 W microfocus source, delivering submicron feature recognition and up to 36,000x magnification. With a 5-axis manipulator and 360° fly-around views, users can inspect any region of interest with precision, even at extreme tilt angles up to 72°.
Key capabilities include:
- Real-time and automated inspection modes
- CT-ready configuration for 3D imaging
- High-resolution flat panel detectors (up to 2.85 Mpixel)
- Advanced defect detection including voids, cracks, and cold joints
- Integrated Inspect-X software with intuitive joystick and graphical controls
- HTML reporting and automated inspection routines
Cost-Effective X-ray Equipment – Nikon XT V 130C
The XT V 130C offers a flexible and budget-conscious solution for electronics and semiconductor inspection. It includes a 130 kV / 10 W Nikon microfocus source with 2 µm feature recognition and a 4-axis manipulator. Ideal for real-time imaging, the system supports optional upgrades for CT, automated inspection, and enhanced imaging.
- One Mega pixel flat panel detector with 127 µm pixel pitch
- Optional sample rotation and CT upgrade
- Open tube design for low maintenance and long source life
- Compact footprint with large tray for multi-board inspection
- Collision-free sample manipulation and intuitive controls
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What is an “Open Tube” X-ray System?
An open tube X-ray system is a type of X-ray source design where the internal components, such as the filament and target, are accessible and replaceable by the user. Unlike sealed tube systems, which are closed and typically require factory servicing when components wear out, open tube systems allow for on-site maintenance, particularly the replacement of the filament, which is the part that generates electrons.
Key Benefits of Open Tube Systems:
- Lower cost of ownership: Users can replace worn filaments themselves, avoiding expensive service contracts or downtime.
- Extended system life: Regular maintenance can keep the system running efficiently for longer.
- Flexibility: Easier to adapt or upgrade components as inspection needs evolve.
In Nikon’s XT V Series, the open tube design is paired with a cable-less high-voltage generator, which further reduces maintenance complexity and improves reliability. This makes the system especially attractive for high-throughput environments like electronics manufacturing and quality control labs.
Example Applications
- Quality assurance & failure analysis
- Electronics: BGA inspection, solder joint integrity, bond-wire analysis
- Medical Devices: Miniaturised component inspection, failure analysis.
- Automotive & Aerospace: Porosity analysis, dimensional verification, CAD comparison.
- Additive Manufacturing: Internal structure validation, topology optimisation.
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Nikon’s X-ray inspection and CT systems are available from Inseto in the United Kingdom and Ireland and Nordic regions.
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