X-ray inspection system VOXLS 20

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Overview
Nikon’s VOXLS 20 Series systems deliver industry-leading CT inspection capability in a space-efficient footprint, paired with scan energies up to 225 kV. The series is engineered for precision and reliability with a metrology-grade, granite-based manipulator and rigid steel towers to provide exceptional X-ray and CT data quality in a compact footprint that fits through a standard double door.

Key product concepts

• Compact, space-efficient CT systems designed for quality control laboratories and production environments with limited floor space.
• Scan energies up to 225 kV (with optional 160 kV transmission target) to support a wide range of sample types and densities.
• Metrology-grade mechanical platform (granite base, rigid steel towers) for superior mechanical and thermal stability, enabling accurate, precise and repeatable CT data.

Product highlights

• Superior inspection envelope for the system size, enabling inspection of diverse samples within a single system.
• Dual-source configuration (VOXLS 20 C 225): motorised dual-source allowing quick selection between a 225 kV reflection target for higher flux/productivity and a 160 kV transmission target for best possible resolution.
• Scan Enhancements available (examples: X.Tend Helical CT, Offset.CT, Panel Shift CT) to expand scan envelope, improve clarity and increase resolution.
• Source Optimisation: tool to streamline filament replacement, setup and ongoing optimisation to improve source performance and filament life.
• Operator-focused design: large viewing window for confident sample positioning, motorised door (quick open), Filter Changer, and other usability features to reduce operational effort.
• Automation ready: supports Scan Profiles, Batch Scanning, Autoloader or robotic loading via Nikon Automation OPC UA interface for autonomous inspection and production integration.

Applications
The VOXLS 20 Series is suitable for a wide range of industries and tasks where high-quality CT inspection is required in a compact footprint, including:

• Automotive: inspection of electrical systems, lightweight structural parts, BGAs, bond wires.
• Aerospace: detailed inspection of critical parts such as turbine blades and complex assemblies.
• Academic and research: fossils, composites, alloys, biological specimens where high resolution and scan enhancement technologies are required.
• Batteries: R&D and failure analysis or production quality control of battery cells and modules.
• Additive Manufacturing: inspection of complex geometries, internal structures and defects in 3D-printed parts.
• Castings and small-to-medium components: detection of inclusions, porosity and shrinkage.

Technical capabilities and operational advantages
The VOXLS 20 Series combines metrology-grade mechanics, configurable X-ray sources and a suite of hardware/software Scan Enhancements to enable confident decision-making and high throughput. The platform supports both high-resolution scanning (transmission target) and high-flux scanning (reflection target) for productivity, with features to simplify maintenance and reduce downtime.

Technical specifications

• Source: 225 kV Microfocus source with Static or Rotating Reflection Target
• Optional Source: 160 kV source with Transmission Target
• Max Scan Volume: 555 x 759 mm (Ø x H)
• Max Sample Size: 750 x 1,297 mm (Ø x H)
• Max Sample Weight: 90 kg central load
• System Dimensions (L x D x H): 2,451 x 1,173 x 2,018 mm
• System Weight: 4,800 kg