2 Major Parts of the Cassette
- The front Cover – usually made of Carbon Fiber and other plastic materials. This must be rigid and durable but radiolucent. This is made of materials with low atomic number so that it will not attenuate radiation.
- Back Part of the Cassette – made of steel or of light- weight material such as magnesium or lead.
- Others – consist of hinges and latches
Carbon Fiber
- material used to front cover of the cassette due to its strength and heat resistance.
Felt Gaskets
- are added to ensure light- proof edges of eh cassette. Referred to as compression device. Maintains low screen film contact when cassette is closed and latched.
Common Cassette Problems
- Bent or warped
- Light Leaks
- Non- standardization
- Air – Trapping
- Poor Screen Contact
take note that before Cardboard Boxes are used instead of radiographic cassettes.
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