Industrial Radiography • X-ray • CR/DR

Industrial radiography: products, accessories and solutions for radiographic inspection.

Solutions and supplies for industrial radiographic inspection: portable X-ray tubes and generators from 160 kV to 320 kV, CR and DR systems, processors, films, chemicals, radiographic accessories, reference samples and dosimetry.

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Product families

From X-ray sources to a complete industrial radiography workflow.

An overview of the main product families used to build or upgrade an industrial radiography workflow: from the X-ray source to digital image acquisition, accessories, consumables and support tools.

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X-ray sources

Portable X-ray tubes and generators 160–320 kV

Solutions for radiographic inspection in the field, workshop, production and service environments. The choice between 160, 200, 300 or 320 kV depends on material, thickness, geometry, accessibility and required sensitivity.

  • Directional or panoramic generators for welds, piping and metallic components.
  • Portable, trolley-mounted or integration-ready configurations.
  • Configuration to be evaluated according to material, thickness, geometry and productivity requirements.
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Computed Radiography

CR systems, imaging plates and scanners

Solutions to digitalize the radiographic workflow while keeping an operating logic close to film, with imaging plates, cassettes, CR scanners and image-viewing software.

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Digital Radiography

DR and flat panel detectors for industrial radiography

Digital detectors and DR workflows for direct acquisition, shorter inspection cycles, digital archiving, reporting and integration into quality processes.

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Film radiography

Industrial radiographic films

Radiographic films in different formats and packaging for traditional RT workflows, physical archives and established industrial inspection procedures.

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Darkroom process

Processors and chemicals for film workflow

Automatic or manual processors, developer and fixer chemicals, process-management products and consumables for film-based radiography.

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RT accessories

Radiographic accessories and reading tools

Cassettes, screens, markers, lead letters and numbers, IQI/penetrameters, densitometers, film viewers, envelopes, folders and image-identification materials.

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Radiation safety

Dosimeters, radiation monitors and safety supports

Instruments and accessories that support radiation-safety management: dosimetry, area monitoring, warning elements, shielding supports and procedural aids.

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Validation

Reference samples, blocks and application kits

Reference samples, application blocks and kits for comparative tests, demonstrations, training and preliminary evaluation of the radiographic configuration.

Film, CR or DR

Three workflows, one application-driven choice.

Film radiography

For established procedures, physical archives and contexts where the traditional process is still required or convenient.

Computed Radiography

For gradual digital transition with imaging plates, scanner and more flexible image management than film.

Digital Radiography

For direct digital acquisition, productivity, traceability, reporting and software integration.

Applications

Typical applications of industrial radiography.

WeldsPipingFoundries and castingsAerospaceAutomotiveOil & GasEnergyMetal fabricationNDT service companiesProduction quality control
PITECH approach

Application first, product second.

PITECH supports the selection process starting from the component, material, thickness, defect type, inspection frequency, procedural requirements and workflow objectives.

Evaluation checklist

  • Material, thickness and component geometry.
  • Defect type and sensitivity required.
  • Choice between film, CR and DR.
  • X-ray range and accessories required.
  • Workflow, available skills and process constraints.
  • Technical-commercial evaluation of the most suitable solution.
Technical criteria

How to choose the tube, generator and radiography system.

Industrial radiography is sized around the application: material, thickness and defect type determine energy, geometry and imaging type. These are the key parameters PITECH evaluates with you.

Energy (kV/MeV) and thickness

Material thickness and density determine the required energy: portable 160–320 kV generators cover most steel up to medium thicknesses; high thicknesses or dense materials may require higher energy. It is the first sizing criterion.

Focal spot and sharpness

Focal spot size affects geometric sharpness and detectability of small defects: small focal spots improve definition, important for magnification and fine indications.

Film, CR or DR

Film offers high resolution but a slow workflow; CR digitises with reusable phosphor plates; DR provides immediate digital acquisition and high productivity. The choice depends on volumes, required productivity and film transition.

Image quality and IQI

Sensitivity, contrast and compliance with image quality indicators (IQI) per standard drive the choice of detector, exposure parameters and source-to-object distance.

Duty cycle and cooling

High volumes and continuous use require attention to duty cycle, thermal management and source reliability, so real field or cabinet productivity is not limited.

Radiation safety and compliance

Radiography uses ionising radiation: shielding, controlled areas, dosimetry and procedures are part of the project. PITECH also supports radiation-protection accessories and training.

Learn more in the technical resources: how to choose an X-ray tube and generator, CR vs DR and radiography vs ultrasonic testing. See also the DR and CR systems.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions on industrial radiography

What energy (kV) do I need for my thickness?

It depends on material and thickness: portable 160–320 kV generators cover much of the steel range up to medium thicknesses. High thicknesses or dense materials may need higher energy. PITECH helps size the source to the application.

Film, CR or DR — which is better?

Film gives high resolution but is slow; CR digitises with reusable phosphor plates; DR is digital and fast, ideal for high productivity. The choice depends on volumes, workflow and film transition.

Is industrial radiography standardised?

Yes, radiographic inspection follows standards and procedures (image quality, IQI, operator qualification). PITECH guides system and accessory selection in line with applicable requirements.

Does PITECH also supply accessories and radiation protection?

Yes: films, chemicals, processors, reference blocks, radiographic accessories, dosimeters and radiation-protection materials, in addition to tubes, generators and CR/DR systems.

How do I request an evaluation?

State material, thickness, defect type, volumes and operating environment. With this data PITECH proposes the most suitable radiography configuration. Use the form below or WhatsApp.

Application support

Technical support, installation and training.

Beyond technology selection, PITECH supports the customer in defining the application project and coordinating the following steps with manufacturers and qualified partners.

Solution configuration

Technical requirements, accessories, software, workflow and documentation needed for the application.

Start-up and installation

Coordination of commissioning, initial trials and integration into the industrial process.

Operator training

Initial training, application support and connection with the manufacturer for service and spare parts.

Contact

Let’s identify the right technology for your application.

If you need to buy, evaluate, distribute or upgrade a solution for quality control, material analysis, robotics or automation, PITECH can help clarify the requirement, compare options and turn the choice into an industrial project.

Application request

Tell us about the industrial project to evaluate.

Send a request with the application, material, process, challenge or objective to be achieved.

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