Title :
A magnetically switched kicker for proton extraction
Author :
Dinkel, John ; Biggs, James
Author_Institution :
Fermi Nat. Accel. Lab., Batavia, IL, USA
Abstract :
The application of magnetic current amplification and switching techniques to the generation of precise high current pulses for switching magnets is described. The square loop characteristic of Metglas tape wound cores at high excitation levels provides excellent switching characteristics for microsecond pulses. The rugged and passive nature of this type of pulser makes it possible to locate the final stages of amplification at the load for maximum efficiency.<>
Keywords :
beam handling equipment; electromagnets; Metglas tape wound cores; high current pulses; magnetic current amplification; magnetically switched kicker; microsecond pulses; proton extraction; switching magnets; switching techniques; Capacitors; Diodes; Inductance; Inductors; Magnetic switching; Protons; Pulse amplifiers; Pulsed power supplies; Switches;
Conference_Titel :
Particle Accelerator Conference, 1989. Accelerator Science and Technology., Proceedings of the 1989 IEEE
Conference_Location :
Chicago, IL, USA
DOI :
10.1109/PAC.1989.73059
