DECTRIS MYTHEN2 For Synchrotrons

DECTRIS® MYTHEN2 strip detectors have transformed high-resolution X-ray diffraction, scattering, and spectroscopy measurements by giving them another dimension: time. Renowned for its narrow strip and sharp point-spread function, MYTHEN2 X introduces a 1,000-Hz frame rate with a 24-bit dynamic range for any number of modules. This opens up new domains of time-resolved and in situ studies.

The Detector Control System 4 (DCS4), with electronic gating and an external trigger, allows for tailor-made multimodular solutions and full synchronization of the detector with other systems. The time dimension, however, does not compromise data quality or system flexibility: we guarantee noise-free detection even for long exposure times. Additionally, the modules’ optional vacuum compatibility opens up new possibilities for X-ray spectroscopy applications.

Fast & accurate: these detectors offer noise-free detection over a range of X-ray energies, with frame rates up to 1,000 Hz and a 24-bit dynamic range.
Modular & compatible: individual modules are easy to combine into large multimodular systems. The detectors also offer straightforward synchronization with other systems and optional vacuum capability.
Reliable: detector performance is always stable. Delivery terms are guaranteed, thanks to streamlined industrial production and top-notch support.

Detectors

Detector Specifications*

	MYTHEN2 X 1K	MYTHEN2 X 1D
Strip width [ µm ]	50	50
Strip height [ mm ]	8	8 (450 μm only) 4 (320 μm only)
Active area (W x H) [ mm² ]	64 × 8	32 x 8 (450) 32 x 4 (320)
Energy range (depending on the sensor thickness) [ keV ]	5 - 40 (320) 6.6 - 40 (450) 7.4 - 40 (1,000)	4 - 40 (320) 6.6 - 40 (450)
Threshold range (depending on the sensor thickness) [ keV ]	4.5 - 20 (320) 5.5 - 20 (450) 6 - 20 (1,000)	3.5 - 20 (320) 5 - 20 (450)
Frame rate (max.) [ Hz ]	1,000	1,000
Count rate (max.) [ ph/s/strip ]	10⁷	10⁷
Readout time [ µs ]	89	89
Strips per module [ strips ]	1,280	640
Sensor material	Silicon (Si)	Silicon (Si)
Sensor thickness [ µm ]	320, 450, or 1,000	320 or 450
Point-spread function [ strips ]	1	1
Vacuum compatibility	Optional	Optional
Module dimensions (W x H x D) [ mm³ ]	70 x 62 x 22	36 x 62 x 22
Cooling method	Air	Air