magnetron
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- noun
- /ˈmæɡnɪtrɒn/
- Specialized
- Manufacturers patent planar magnetron cathodes with target utilization as high as 50%.
- magnetron sputtering
- planar magnetron
- magnetron cathodes
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Examples
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Supplies high-performance magnetron sputtering sources and materials for a wide variety of R&D and production applications.
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An industry leader in high-performance magnetron cathodes for a wide variety of vacuum coating applications.
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If you change the radius of the magnetron will it have any effect on the load required?
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It's a magnetron that converts electricity...
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Presenting their range of magnetron sputter cathodes that are unequaled in variety and performance.
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Specializes in the design and manufacture of the ONYX Trademark High Performance Magnetron Sputtering Cathodes for both research and development and production applications.
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Magnetron sputtering sources for magnetic and non-magnetic materials, circular and rectangular target versions, R&D and production sizes.
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Conventional microwave ovens use a magnetron to generate microwaves for cooking food.
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In radar technology, a magnetron is essential for producing high-frequency signals.
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The inventor used a magnetron to demonstrate the principles of microwave energy.
Synonyms
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A glass or metal device that controls electric current in old radios and televisions
A device that makes and strengthens microwave signals for radar and satellites
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Magnetron comes from magnet, which is something that 'pulls metal', and the ending -tron, a form used for 'electronic instruments'. So a magnetron is an electronic tube that uses magnets to control a stream of electrons and make microwaves, which is why it is the part in a microwave oven that heats your food.