Microchannel plate
From Mass Spec Terms
| DRAFT DEFINITION |
| Microchannel plate |
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A thin plate that contains a closely spaced array of channels that each act as a continuous dynode particle multiplier. A charged particle, fast neutral particle, or photon striking the plate causes a cascade of secondary electrons that ultimately exits the opposite side of the plate. |
| Considered between 2004 and 2006 but not included in the 2006 PAC submission |
| This is an unofficial draft definition presented for information and comment. |
