LANSAR® systems from AccSys Technology, Inc. are powerful neutron sources based on compact ion linear accelerators (linacs). The ability to choose from among several possible combinations of beams and targets provides a wide range of output neutron yields and energy spectra. Yields at the target range from 10⁸ neutrons/second from the compact Model DL-1 system to more than to 10¹³ neutrons/second from the powerful Model PL-11. LANSAR^® systems are capable of operating in harsh environments and are ideally suited for many neutron applications in non-destructive testing.  

      LANSAR^® neutron generators can replace conventional neutron sources for applications ranging from corrosion detection in aircraft structures to void detection in munitions. AccSys systems have been used for both fast neutron and resonant neutron radioscopy. Rather than transporting components to a reactor for inspection in applications such as examination of epoxy bonds covered by metals, high resolution radioscopy can now be performed at the factory or assembly site.

      LANSAR^® neutron generators have demonstrated their utility as fast or thermal neutron sources in applications as diverse as radioactive waste assay, contraband detection, mineral assay and neutron gauging.

      LANSAR^® neutron generators can provide fast, epithermal, or thermal neutron beams for medical applications such as boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT). 

      LANSAR^® units contain no radioactive material. Minimum target and beam degradation over years of operation results in a long lifetime at full neutron output intensity. The neutron production target can be located far away from the accelerator which reduces moderator and shielding requirements. Full AC power is required only during operation resulting in low power consumption. Service and maintenance can be performed at the installation site resulting in lower operating and repair costs than other neutron generators. LANSAR^® units are easy to operate and maintain, featuring modular construction and computer control with self-diagnostics.

      LANSAR^® systems are rugged and transportable with external power supplies and no moving parts in the accelerator. The light weight and compact size of these rugged and efficient accelerators make them easily transportable. The modular design allows flexibility for installation in any facility. For all of their advanced features, AccSys ion linacs provide the benefits of simplified operation, easy maintenance and low operating cost.

·       Pulsed ion injector with a duoplasmatron ion source provides a high current proton or deuteron beam

·        Linear accelerator (typically a single RFQ but a second stage DTL is used for beam energies greater than 4 MeV)

·        Pulsed rf power system featuring compact and reliable multiple planar-triode technology

·        Vacuum system consisting of commercial cryopumps or turbomolecular pumps with computer-automated controls

·        PC-based control system with built-in diagnostics

·        Self-contained cooling system

·        Standard target consisting of a beryllium sheet brazed onto an air- or water-cooled copper backing