Thin-section Bearings Fit CAT Scanners

Thin-section Bearings Fit CAT Scanners In medical diagnostics CAT scanners (computerised axial tomography) produce detailed images of internal body organs by rotating x-ray generators and detectors around the patient. The need for high positioning accuracy is of course paramount in these systems and scanner manufacturers therefore need to be assured of the quality of components such as bearings. Development is firmly towards the production of faster systems to improve scanning time and reduce the patients' exposure to radiation. For this reason weight and space are key factors in improving the speed and performance of the moving elements.For this reason Kaydon Reali-Slim thin-section bearings have become the choice of all major manufacturers of CAT scan equipment.They are primarily used in the mechanism that carries the x-ray head. The Reali-Slim bearings specified by the leading names in the industry are generally custom made to provide diameters of 1.27m. Inherent to the design is its suitability for high-speed rotation, with minimum vibration and ability to run quietly, an important consideration for the patient. These qualities are ensured by Kaydon's high-quality manufacturing processes.Bearing life is another critical factor as demand for CAT scanners in most hospitals far outweighs availability.Reliability is therefore a critical factor. Reali-Slim bearings have recently been reassessed using a brand new methodology that integrates theoretical life projections with actual test data.Many Kaydon Reali-Slim bearings exceed previously published figures by as much as five times.