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X-ray line detector series
AVA is Detection Technology’s modular X-ray line detector family for security and industrial imaging. Designed for applications ranging from urban security to demanding industrial inspection, AVA combines high imaging performance, cost efficiency and easy system integration.
What are the key benefits of the AVA series?
Enables notable total cost savings, up to 50% in value-segment systems
Provides superior imaging quality without compromise
Easily scalable to various system set-ups
Fits to compact system designs
Suits harsh imaging conditions
Supports easy installation and maintenance
Maximizes uptime and lifetime in use
Speeds up time-to-market
Reduces energy consumption and CO₂ footprint, 20% material reduction
Key features
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- Dual-energy detector solution boosted with on-chip algorithms and DT API
- Simplified HW design: One PCB for dual energy with embedded optimized filter
- Robust structure with reliable mechanical and electrical interfaces
- Fully digitalized data path with cross-platform support for Windows, Linux, and ARM systems
- Compact mechanical size
- Complete subsystems available including detector boards, data combiner boards, and software libraries
- Optimized scintillator structures and materials for improved image quality and cost efficiency
- Multi-row TDI option for sharp, high-contrast penetration images at high scanning speeds
Applications
- Value segment
- Urban security: Train and metro stations, critical infrastructure
- Mid-tier
- Aviation
- Mining
- Vehicle inspection
- High-tier
- TDI: Mining and sorting, aviation logistics
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Advanced, versatile and affordable X-ray line detector series
The AVA product family is a modular, off-the-shelf line-scan detector series designed to deliver versatility, cost efficiency, and superior imaging performance for security and industrial X-ray applications. Covering a comprehensive range from value-level systems to premium line scanners, AVA supports applications from entry-level urban security and high-speed aviation to advanced mining and sorting with high-definition time delay integration (TDI) technology.
Available as complete subsystems—including detector and data combiner boards, software libraries, and accessories—AVA enables easy system integration and shorter time-to-market. Its simplified hardware design, combined with on-chip algorithms and the cross-platform DT API, ensures smooth operation across Windows, Linux, and ARM systems.
The dual-energy architecture integrates two scintillator layers with an embedded optimized filter on a single PCB, cutting material use by 20% and increasing robustness with fewer interfaces and stronger connections. Optimized scintillator structures and materials enhance image quality and cost efficiency by reducing material requirements while improving signal performance. For demanding high-speed applications, multi-row TDI delivers exceptionally sharp, high-contrast penetration images.
Compact, durable, and energy-efficient, AVA reduces energy consumption, minimizes carbon footprint, and ensures maximized uptime and lifetime even in harsh environments. Designed for straightforward installation and maintenance, it helps customers lower total system costs and achieve up to 50% savings in value-segment applications—without compromising imaging performance.
Compare AVA X-ray line detectors
Explore the key differences between AVA Zero, AVA Air, AVA Pro and AVA TDI to find the right detector configuration for your X-ray imaging application.
| Product | AVA Zero | AVA Air | AVA Pro | AVA TDI |
| Product variants | A30, A32 | B30, B50 | C30, C50 | D10, D30 |
| Application focus | Value-segment urban security | Mid-tier aviation security inspection | High-tier security and industrial inspection | High-speed mining, sorting and aviation logistics |
| Pixel pitch | 1.575 mm | 1.575 / 2.5 mm | 1.575 / 2.5 mm | 0.7875 / 1.575 mm |
| Key technology | Dual-energy with CsI high-energy scintillator | Dual-energy with pixelated GOS high-energy scintillator | Dual-energy with pixelated GOS high-energy scintillator; 16-/20-bit A/D resolution options | Multi-row TDI for high-speed imaging |
| Scan speed | 0.2–0.4 m/s | 0.2–0.5 m/s | 1–8 m/s | 1–4 m/s |
| Image quality level | AWG38, SP 36–38 at 0.2 m/s, SDD 1 m | AWG38–40, SP 38–40 at 0.2 m/s, SDD 1 m | AWG38–40, SP 38–40 at 0.2 m/s, SDD 1 m | AWG32, SP34 at 1 m/s, SDD 1.4 m |
AVA series FAQ
Product variants, applications, dual-energy technology, cost efficiency, and integration guidance for the AVA X-ray line detector family.
What is AVA?
AVA is Detection Technology’s modular, off-the-shelf X-ray line detector family for security and industrial imaging. Standing for Advanced, Versatile and Affordable, AVA combines high imaging performance, scalability and cost efficiency for a wide range of X-ray inspection systems.
Which products are included in the AVA family?
The AVA family includes AVA Zero, AVA Air, AVA Pro and AVA TDI, providing scalable detector options for different system requirements. AVA Zero is optimized for cost-sensitive urban security applications, while AVA TDI supports demanding high-speed inspection.
What are the main applications of AVA detectors?
AVA detectors are designed for security and industrial X-ray imaging, including urban security, aviation, vehicle inspection, mining and sorting. The family supports applications ranging from entry-level security scanners to high-performance industrial inspection systems.
How does AVA support dual-energy X-ray imaging?
AVA uses low- and high-energy detection channels to capture different X-ray responses from scanned materials, supporting material differentiation. Its simplified dual-energy architecture integrates two scintillator layers and an optimized filter on a single printed circuit board (PCB).
How does AVA reduce X-ray system costs?
AVA combines simplified hardware architecture, optimized materials and easy integration to reduce overall system costs. In value-segment applications, AVA can enable total system cost savings of up to 50% without compromising imaging performance.
How does AVA simplify system integration?
AVA is available as complete detector subsystems, including detector boards, data combiner boards and software libraries. Its fully digital data path and cross-platform DT API support integration into Windows, Linux and ARM-based systems, helping manufacturers accelerate development and time-to-market.
Does AVA support high-speed X-ray inspection?
Yes. AVA TDI uses multi-row time delay integration (TDI) technology to deliver sharp, high-contrast X-ray images at high scanning speeds. It is designed for demanding applications such as mining, sorting and aviation logistics.
How does AVA support more sustainable X-ray imaging?
AVA’s simplified detector architecture reduces material use by 20% and helps lower energy consumption and environmental impact. Its compact, robust design also supports long service life and reliable operation in demanding imaging environments.
How can I choose the right AVA detector for my application?
The right AVA configuration depends on your imaging requirements, scanning speed, system design and cost targets. Detection Technology’s experts can help select the most suitable detector and subsystem components for your application.
