Electrical Components Flashcards
1
Q
What does the Step-down transformer do (low voltage)
A
Lowers voltage to prevent filament melting (john said it would increase amperage)
2
Q
Timer switch purpose
A
Variable exposure time
3
Q
mAs equation
A
mA x time (sec) = mAs (inverse relationship)
4
Q
AC
A
Alternating current (electricity)
5
Q
DC: only photon producing electricity
A
Direct current
6
Q
Converts AC to DC for the production of x-ray photons
A
Rectifier
7
Q
Which type of rectifier (1/2 wave or full wave) is more efficient?
A
Full wave, half wave only converts half of electrical input (AC)
8
Q
2 generator advantages
A
- Higher intensity and energy
- Lowers heat production
9
Q
Three Phase Generator function
A
Superimpose three waves
10
Q
High Frequency Generator advantage
A
Highest energy conservation
