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Facts about radiation protection


Certainly you will have already asked yourself the following questions in the context of X-ray systems:

„Is an X-ray system safe?“
„Can I expect my staff to work with an x-ray machine without concerns?“
„Does an x-ray system contaminate my products?“
„What do I have to consider before, during and after the purchase?“
„And why does all this always sound that complicated?“



Why radiation protection? — Because we have to protect our consumers and ourselves

X-rays are among the ionizing types of radiation. If used improperly, these can pose a risk to the life and health of staff or third parties involved as well as their environment. Therefore, proper use is required, taking into account all necessary technical and organizational measures, in order to be allowed to operate an X-ray system.

In addition, the hazard potential also depends on the energy and dose of the radiation. Therefore prevention of unnecessary radiation exposure, minimization of unavoidable radiation exposure and compliance with the legally prescribed limit values for radiation exposure are paramount.


RAYCON complies with legally required limit value

RAYCON complies with the German limit value of 1 mSv/a according to the X-ray Ordinance (RöV) (this corresponds to 1 millisievert per calendar year).

  • Our RAYCONs work with a maximum of 100 kV and are therefore even suitable for organic products without separate declaration.
  • RAYCON D+ automatically adjusts the X-ray voltage and power for each product, i.e. for products with a low density only a fraction of the available power is retrieved. This means in turn that the limit value is never exceeded for either operators or products at any time.
  • The X-ray tube is safely shielded.
  • All radiation protection covers are monitored by security switches.
  • X-rays can only be turned on if the system is functioning properly.


What seems complicated at first glance follows a clear scheme at second glance and is mandatory to ensure maximum protection with maximum detection accuracy at the same time. We offer individual advice and guide you through the purchasing process with sample documents and checklists and support you in the utilisation phase.

We will be pleased to advise you without obligation on your individual application

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You can also find further information on radiation protection  in our guidelines on contaminant detection (Part 2: Use of X-ray Inspection Systems in the Food Industry)