公开(公告)号：US20040251417A1

公开(公告)日：2004-12-16

申请号：US10770539

申请日：2004-02-04

Applicant: HAMAMATSU PHOTONICS K.K.

Inventor： Teruhiko Yamaguchi ,  Suenori Kimura ,  Minoru Suzuki ,  Yoshitaka Nakamura

IPC: G01T001/20

CPC classification number: H01J43/28

Abstract: A side tube includes a tube head, a funnel-shaped connection neck, and a tube main body, which are arranged along a tube axis and which are integrated together into the side tube. The size of a cross section of the tube head perpendicular to the tube axis is larger than the size of a cross section of the tube main body perpendicular to the tube axis. The radius of curvature of rounded corners of the tube head is smaller than the radius of curvature of rounded corners of the tube main body. The length of the tube head along the tube axis is shorter than the length of the tube main body along the tube axis. One surface of a faceplate is connected to the tube head. A photocathode is formed on the surface of the faceplate in its area located inside the tube head.

Abstract translation: 侧管包括沿着管轴布置并且集成在侧管中的管头，漏斗状连接颈部和管主体。 垂直于管轴的管头的横截面的尺寸大于管主体垂直于管轴线的横截面的尺寸。 管头的圆角的曲率半径小于管主体的圆角的曲率半径。 管头沿着管轴的长度短于管主体沿着管轴的长度。 面板的一个表面连接到管头。 在面板的位于管头内部的区域的表面上形成光电阴极。

公开(公告)号：US06762555B1

公开(公告)日：2004-07-13

申请号：US09701284

申请日：2000-11-28

Applicant: Hiroyuki Kyushima ,  Akira Atsumi ,  Hideki Shimoi ,  Tomoyuki Okada ,  Masuo Ito

Inventor： Hiroyuki Kyushima ,  Akira Atsumi ,  Hideki Shimoi ,  Tomoyuki Okada ,  Masuo Ito

IPC: H01J4328

CPC classification number: G01N23/046 ,  G01N23/06 ,  G01N2223/419 ,  H01J43/04 ,  H01J43/28

Abstract: A photomultiplier tube has a side tube with a stem plate fixed on one end and a faceplate fixed on the other. The side tube is formed of metal, and at least the portion of the stem plate contacting the metal side tube is formed of metal. The side tube and stem plate are fused together by laser welding or electron beam welding to form an airtight vessel, such that the outer edge of the stem plate does not protrude further externally than the outer surface of the side tube.

Abstract translation: 光电倍增管具有侧管，杆管固定在一端，固定在另一端。 侧管由金属形成，并且杆板的至少与金属侧管接触的部分由金属形成。 侧管和杆板通过激光焊接或电子束焊接熔合在一起形成气密容器，使得杆板的外边缘不比侧管的外表面更外侧突出。

公开(公告)号：US20040100193A1

公开(公告)日：2004-05-27

申请号：US10468817

申请日：2003-12-29

Inventor： Hisaki Kato ,  Hideto Kawai

IPC: H01J043/04

CPC classification number: H01J43/28 ,  H01J43/045 ,  H01J43/06 ,  H01J43/18 ,  H01J43/22

Abstract: In a photomultiplier, focusing pieces of a focusing electrode are formed with sufficient height that the photocathode in the adjacent channels cannot be viewed from the first and second stage dynodes of each channel in order to prevent light reflected from the first and second stage dynodes from returning to the adjacent channels. This construction prevents the photocathode from emitting undesired electrons, thereby suppressing crosstalk. Further, by arranging condensing lenses on the outer surface of a light-receiving faceplate in correspondence with each channel, light is reliably condensed in each channel. Further, an oxide film formed. over the surface of the focusing pieces prevents the reflection of light off the focusing pieces.

Abstract translation: 在光电倍增器中，聚焦电极的聚焦片形成有足够的高度，使得相邻通道中的光电阴极不能从每个通道的第一和第二级倍增电极观察，以防止从第一和第二级倍增电极反射的光返回 到相邻信道。 这种结构防止光电阴极发射不需要的电子，从而抑制串扰。 此外，通过在每个通道对应于在受光面板的外表面上布置聚光透镜，在每个通道中可靠地冷凝光。 此外，形成氧化物膜。 在聚焦片的表面之上防止光从聚焦片的反射。

公开(公告)号：US20040094694A1

公开(公告)日：2004-05-20

申请号：US10704695

申请日：2003-11-12

Applicant: Hamamatsu PHOTONICS K.K.

Inventor： Yasuharu Negi ,  Yasuyuki Egawa ,  Toru Hirohata ,  Minoru Niigaki

IPC: H01J040/14

CPC classification number: H01J43/28 ,  H01J43/08

Abstract: The invention relates to a photocathode and the like having such structure for holding a photocathode plate on a light transparent member with good reliability and workability. In the photocathode, claw portions of a holding member fixed to the light transparent member is pressed against the lower surface of a supporting plate so that a photocathode plate is sandwiched between the light transparent member and the supporting plate. Thus, the supporting plate is pressed against the photocathode plate, so that the photocathode plate is pressed against the light transparent plate by the supporting plate. This allows the photocathode plate to be held reliably by the light transparent member. This simple configuration further provides good workability in assembling.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种具有这样的结构的光电阴极等，该光电阴极等具有良好的可靠性和可加工性的将光电面板保持在透光构件上。 在光电阴极中，固定在透光构件上的保持构件的爪部被压靠在支撑板的下表面上，使得光电阴极板夹在透光构件和支撑板之间。 因此，支撑板被压在光电阴极板上，使得光电阴极板通过支撑板压靠在透光板上。 这允许光电阴极板被透光构件可靠地保持。 这种简单的配置进一步提供了组装时的良好的可操作性。

公开(公告)号：US20030146698A1

公开(公告)日：2003-08-07

申请号：US10343229

申请日：2003-01-30

Inventor： Akihiko Ohtomo ,  Tsuneo Ihara ,  Kuniyoshi Mori ,  Yoshiyuki Natsume

IPC: H01J040/06

CPC classification number: H01J43/28 ,  H01J43/08 ,  H01J2231/5016

Abstract: A photocathode and an electron tube in which the photocathode plate can be securely fixed without using any adhesive. Even under the severe condition that a high vibration resistance is required or thermal stress occurs because of great temperature variation, it can be used widely for an image intensifier, a streak tube, or a photomultiplier. The photocathode plate of the photocathode is sandwiched between a faceplate and a support plate. First pins embedded in the faceplate are joined to the support plate. Therefore, the photocathode plate can be readily fixed securely to the faceplate without using any adhesive.

Abstract translation: 光电阴极和电子管，其中光电阴极板可以牢固地固定而不使用任何粘合剂。 即使在需要高抗振性或由于温度变化大而产生热应力的严酷条件下，也可以广泛用于图像增强器，条纹管或光电倍增管。 光电阴极的光电阴极板被夹在面板和支撑板之间。 嵌入在面板中的第一个销被连接到支撑板。 因此，光电阴极板可以容易地固定在面板上而不使用任何粘合剂。

公开(公告)号：US06465788B1

公开(公告)日：2002-10-15

申请号：US09626744

申请日：2000-07-26

Applicant: Dwight Medley

Inventor： Dwight Medley

IPC: G01T120

CPC classification number: E21C35/22 ,  E21C35/24 ,  H01J43/04 ,  H01J43/28

Abstract: A photomultiplier tube and a method and apparatus for molding an optical coupler thereto are described. An optical coupler molding fixture includes a frame and a frame base. A photomultiplier tube is positioned within the frame between a spring and a shim. The optical coupler is formed with a mold which is positioned against the shim. A cavity is created radially interior to the shim between the photomultiplier tube and the mold. The optical coupler is molded to a faceplate of the photomultiplier tube with the fixture oriented so that its longitudinal axis L is parallel to the ground. A clamping structure presses the mold against the shim and provides the optical coupler material a non-leak space in which to cure. The optical coupler material is injected into the mold through a fill hole, and may be injected at ambient temperature. Curing time may range from one week at ambient temperatures to four hours at 65° C. The mold can be machined to create any form desired for the optical coupler. The shim can be sized and configured to allow for adjustment in the thickness of the optical coupler. The optical coupler may be as thin as less than 0.015 inches in thickness. If, for example, a thicker optical coupler is desired, the shim may be made thicker. The edge of the photomultiplier tube housing which abuts the shim is checked for its perpendicularity to the longitudinal axis L. Without perpendicularity, proper alignment of the photomultiplier tube is less likely.

Abstract translation: 对光电倍增管及其光耦合器的成型方法和装置进行说明。 光耦合器成型夹具包括框架和框架基座。 光电倍增管位于框架内，位于弹簧和垫片之间。 光耦合器形成有抵靠垫片定位的模具。 在光电倍增管和模具之间的垫片的径向内部形成空腔。 光耦合器被模制到光电倍增管的面板上，其中夹具被定向成使得其纵向轴线L平行于地面。 夹紧结构将模具按压在垫片上，并为光学耦合器材料提供不渗漏空间以固化。 光耦合器材料通过填充孔注入模具中，并且可以在环境温度下注入。 固化时间可以在环境温度下从一周到65℃的四小时。可以对模具进行加工以产生光学耦合器所需的任何形式。 垫片的尺寸和构造可以调节光耦合器的厚度。 光耦合器的厚度可以小到0.015英寸。 如果例如需要较厚的光耦合器，则垫片可以被制成较厚的。 检查邻近垫片的光电倍增管外壳的边缘是否垂直于纵向轴线L.无垂直的情况下，光电倍增管的正确对准不太可能。

公开(公告)号：US6008579A

公开(公告)日：1999-12-28

申请号：US027206

申请日：1998-02-20

Applicant: Yasuharu Negi ,  Norio Asakura ,  Motohiro Suyama ,  Toshimitsu Nagai

Inventor： Yasuharu Negi ,  Norio Asakura ,  Motohiro Suyama ,  Toshimitsu Nagai

IPC: H01J40/02 ,  H01J9/26 ,  H01J29/86 ,  H01J43/28 ,  H01J43/04

CPC classification number: H01J29/86 ,  H01J43/28 ,  H01J9/26

Abstract: An electron tube in which a side tube and a faceplate are sealed together using a malleable metal with a low melting point. The metal is made to spread out along the outer surface of the faceplate due to pressure from a first sealing portion of a sealing metal support member and along the peripheral surface of the electron tube due to pressure from a second sealing portion of the sealing metal support member. Accordingly, the outer side of the corner portion formed by the faceplate and the side tube is covered with the metal. This construction not only reliably secures the input faceplate to the side tube, but also is extremely effective in preserving the airtightness of the electron tube. Since the first sealing portion is pressed toward the faceplate, an appropriate pressure can be applied to the metal interposed between the first sealing portion and the faceplate, improving the sealability of the metal against the faceplate and the first sealing portion. This construction is also appropriate for mass production of electron tubes.

Abstract translation: 使用低熔点的可锻金属将侧管和面板密封在一起的电子管。 由于来自密封金属支撑构件的第一密封部分的压力以及由于来自密封金属支撑件的第二密封部分的压力而沿着电子管的外周表面，使金属沿着面板的外表面展开 会员。 因此，由面板和侧管形成的角部的外侧被金属覆盖。 这种构造不仅可靠地将输入面板固定在侧管上，而且在保持电子管的气密性方面也是非常有效的。 由于第一密封部分朝向面板按压，所以可以对插入在第一密封部分和面板之间的金属施加适当的压力，从而提高金属对面板和第一密封部分的密封性。 这种结构也适用于大量生产电子管。

公开(公告)号：US5965982A

公开(公告)日：1999-10-12

申请号：US924141

申请日：1997-09-05

Applicant: Masumi Tachino ,  Hidehiro Kume ,  Suenori Kimura ,  Takashi Goto

Inventor： Masumi Tachino ,  Hidehiro Kume ,  Suenori Kimura ,  Takashi Goto

IPC: H01J43/28 ,  H01J43/04

CPC classification number: H01J43/28

Abstract: The present invention relates to a versatile side-on type photomultiplier comprising a structure for improving the uniformity in light receiving sensitivity. Disposed on the outer peripheral surface of a sealed envelope of this photomultiplier is a restricting member which guides light to be detected into, of the light receiving surface of a photocathode, an effective region where the light receiving sensitivity is high, thereby restraining the light to be detected from reaching the outside of the effective region.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种通用的侧接式光电倍增管，其包括用于提高光接收灵敏度的均匀性的结构。 在该光电倍增管的密封外壳的外周面上配置有将被检测光引导到光电面的受光面的受光灵敏度高的有效区域的限制构件， 被检测到达到有效区域的外部。

公开(公告)号：US5874728A

公开(公告)日：1999-02-23

申请号：US847259

申请日：1997-05-01

Applicant: Motohiro Suyama ,  Suenori Kimura ,  Tetsuya Saito ,  Tetsuya Morita

Inventor： Motohiro Suyama ,  Suenori Kimura ,  Tetsuya Saito ,  Tetsuya Morita

IPC: H01J43/04 ,  H01J43/28 ,  H01J43/12

CPC classification number: H01J40/02 ,  H01J43/04 ,  H01J43/28

Abstract: This invention relates to an electron tube having a structure for enabling a stable operation for a long time. In the electron tube, at least a confining mechanism is arranged between a photocathode and the electron incident surface of a semiconductor device, which are arranged to oppose each other through a container. Particularly, the area of the opening of the confining mechanism is smaller than that of the electron incident surface, thereby confining the orbits of photoelectrons from the photocathode. This structure avoids bombardment of electrons arriving at portions other than the electron incident surface of the semiconductor device and prevents the semiconductor device from being unnecessarily charged.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及具有能够长时间稳定运行的结构的电子管。 在电子管中，至少一个限制机构被布置在光电阴极和半导体器件的电子入射表面之间，它们通过容器彼此相对布置。 特别地，限制机构的开口面积小于电子入射面的面积，从而限制光电子从光电阴极的轨道。 这种结构避免了到达不同于半导体器件的电子入射表面的部分的电子的轰击，并且防止半导体器件被不必要地充电。

公开(公告)号：US5847380A

公开(公告)日：1998-12-08

申请号：US924263

申请日：1997-09-05

Applicant: Masumi Tachino ,  Hidehiro Kume ,  Suenori Kimura ,  Takashi Goto

Inventor： Masumi Tachino ,  Hidehiro Kume ,  Suenori Kimura ,  Takashi Goto

IPC: H01J43/04 ,  H01J43/28 ,  H01J40/16

CPC classification number: H01J43/04 ,  H01J43/28

Abstract: The present invention relates to a versatile side-on type photomultiplier comprising a structure for improving the uniformity in light receiving sensitivity. This photomultiplier comprises a positioning structure for precisely positioning, with respect to the light receiving surface of a photocathode, a lens element which guides light to be detected to a photocathode and constitutes a part of an envelope accommodating the photocathode. The precisely positioned lens element guides the light to be detected into, of the light receiving surface of the photocathode, an effective region where the light receiving sensitivity is high, thereby restraining the light to be detected from reaching the outside of the effective region.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种通用的侧接式光电倍增管，其包括用于提高光接收灵敏度的均匀性的结构。 该光电倍增管包括用于相对于光电阴极的光接收表面精确定位将光检测的光引导到光电阴极并构成容纳光电阴极的封套的一部分的透镜元件的定位结构。 精确定位的透镜元件将待检测的光引导到光电阴极的光接收表面中，其中光接收灵敏度高的有效区域，从而抑制被检测的光到达有效区域的外部。