Why does the X-ray Exposure Switch use a two-stage exposure design?

An x ray exposure switch is the electrical control that starts and stops X-ray exposure on a medical diagnostic X-ray machine, and it is used for both static imaging and fluoroscopy so the operator stays away from the radiation area. Newheek x ray exposure switches are available in one-gear, two-gear and three-gear versions, and the two-stage design is a safety feature: the first press of the exposure button puts the system into the exposure-ready state, and only the second press actually fires the X-ray. If the operator touches the switch by accident, the two-stage exposure switch prevents exposure and reduces the radiation dose caused by mistouch. Newheek two-gear X-ray exposure switches are supplied in models L01, L02 and L04, and a fixed bracket is included.

The X-ray Exposure switch is used for X-ray machine controlled static imaging and X-ray machine fluoroscopy to keep the physician away from the radiation area.
Newheek X-ray exposure switch is divided into one gear, two gear and three gear.
In order to prevent exposure caused by mistouch, X-ray Exposure switch uses a two-stage design.
The first of two levels of X-ray exposure switch is the exposure preparation state, the doctor accidentally touch the button, can prevent exposure occurs, reduce the radiation dose caused by mistouch.
The X-ray Exposure switch is equipped with a fixed bracket.
Newheek’s two-gear X-ray Exposure switch has L01, L02, L04 three models.
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X-Ray Exposure Switch FAQ

Why does an x ray exposure switch use a two-stage design?

Two-stage design prevents exposure caused by mistouch: the first stage arms the generator and the second stage fires the X-ray, reducing accidental dose to the patient.

What models of Newheek two-gear exposure switch are available?

Newheek two-gear X-ray exposure switches include models L01, L02 and L04, and a fixed bracket is included with the switch.

Is the exposure switch used for fluoroscopy too?

Yes. The X-ray exposure switch controls static imaging as well as fluoroscopy, keeping the physician away from the radiation area during the procedure.

Author: 肖恩