3 Main Components of an X-ray System

Which of the following is NOT one of the 3 main components of an X-ray system?

• Control console (control panel)

• High-voltage generator

• X-ray tube

• Magnetic resonance coil

Fill in the blank: The three main components of an X-ray system are the Control console (control panel), High-voltage generator, and _________.

• X-ray tube

• Collimator

• Image receptor

• Grid

Which section of the X-ray system contains the autotransformer and kVp selector?

• Control console

• High-voltage section

• X-ray tube

• Image receptor

According to the diagram and the information provided, what are the two separate circuits shown?

• A) Tube Circuit and Filament Circuit

• B) Series Circuit and Parallel Circuit

• C) Tube Circuit and Series Circuit

• D) Filament Circuit and Parallel Circuit

Fill in the blank: The two separate circuits shown in the diagram are the _______ Circuit and the _______ Circuit.

• Tube; Filament

• Anode; Grid

• Cathode; Plate

• Heater; Control

What is the function of component number 1 in the control panel diagram?

• Line voltage input

• Overload relay

• Contactor coil

• Indicator lamp

What is the function of component number 2 in the control panel diagram?

• Line voltage monitor

• Overload relay

• Contactor coil

• Circuit breaker

What is the function of component number 3 in the control panel diagram?

• Line voltage compensation

• Overcurrent protection

• Power factor correction

• Temperature sensing

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS3-3

What is the function of component number 4 in the control panel diagram?

• kVp Selector / Autotransformer: major & minor

• Exposure Timer

• mA Selector / Rheostat

• Line Voltage Compensator

What is the function of component number 5 in the control panel diagram?

• kVp meter

• mA selector

• Timer switch

• Exposure button