Performance characteristics of the Pantak DXT-300 kilovoltage X-ray treatment machine.

ABSTRACT

The beam and performance characteristics of a new orthovoltage X-ray unit, the Pantak DXT-300 have been evaluated. Data were collated for four qualities 3.27 mmAl, 7.15 mmAl, 1.65 mmCu and 3.51 mmCu half value layer (HVL) (SE = 0.04 mm). Parameters which were investigated included beam quality, central axis depth dose, relative output, backscatter factors, field uniformity, peripheral dose and head leakage. The calibration procedure and the performance of the dosimetry system have also been described.