Electron multiplier
From Mass Spec Terms
| DRAFT DEFINITION |
| Electron multiplier |
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A device to multiply current in an electron beam (or in a photon or particle beam after conversion to electrons) by incidence of accelerated electrons upon the surface of an electrode. This collision yields a number of incident electrons. These electrons are then accelerated to another electrode (or another part of the same electrode), which in turn emits secondary electrons, continuing the process. |
| Considered between 2004 and 2006 but not included in the 2006 PAC submission |
| This is an unofficial draft definition presented for information and comment. |
