Capabilities
The Pyramid PDS is always improving and evolving. Here is how we stack up against the latest competition.
| Metric | Pyramid | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Spot Rate | 1000Hz | 400Hz |
| Data Rate | 10,000Hz+ | 1,000Hz |
| Beam Current | 1,000nA+ | 300nA |
| Resolution | 0.1mm | 0.1mm |
| Magnetic Slew | 250μs | >1000μs |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular |
| Supply Chain | Single Source | Multiple |
Scanning Magnetics
Magnets are often the bottleneck of a delivery system.
- Unique - all in house designs
- Fast - 250 microsecond 6mm steps
- Precise - closed loop feedback on field
- Compact - fits in tight gantries
The Gold Standard
Ion chambers offer an ideal mix of radiation hardness and repeatability.
- Reliable - Ultra-thin gold electrodes
- High Resolution - Down to 1mm strips or pixels
- Uniform - Highly planar films
- FLASH Ready - Recombination narrowed
Precision Dosimetry
Reliable and fast dosimetry with real time beam QA during treatment.
- Fast - 5kHz or greater sample rate
- Quiet - Low noise analog front ends
- Programmable - Easy configuration target dose
- Future Proof - Beam-always-on and FLASH
Rapid Scanning Controller
Dedicated control units provide a solid platform for innovative delivery techniques.
- Robust - Radiation hard fiber optics
- Safe - Built-in hardware redundancy
- Programmable - Dynamic run-time code
- Proven - Used daily in esteemed facilities
Control Room UX
The CM100 is a convenient tertiary counting dosimeter with an integrated control panel. The CM100 paved the way for other high-end control consoles and continues to excel with each iteration.
- Touch screen and physical buttons
- Key switch for hard authentication plus software verification
- Audible and configurable dose indicator
- Emergency stop with configurable relays for flexible workflows
- Battery backup with up to 1 hour of run time
Beam Quality Analytics
Pyramid offers a range of beam QA detectors. These instruments work with the PDS or can enhance an existing system.
- Convenient - No water, vacuum, or HV
- Patented - Measure full energy distribution
- Accurate - Absolute charge measurement
- FLASH Ready - Massive beam current range
Vertical Expertise
Pyramid designs, develops, and manufactures all our own detectors, electronics, and software. We cut through the noise and deliver products that work from day one.
- Honest - Single source of truth when problems arise
- Simple - Consolidated supplier interactions
- Custom - Solutions for your requirements
- Personal - From physics to software, real people ready to talk
