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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.
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Revision as of 00:39, 5 December 2005

DRAFT DEFINITION
Electron multiplier

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.

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