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Stands for photomultiplier tube and is used in devices to detect radiation. The photomultiplier provides extremely high sensitivity as well as ultra-fast response. PMT's have high bandwidth and noise-free gain on the order of a million. Which makes them perfect for the detection of extremely low light or even short pulses of light. Best known producer of these tubes is ADIT a very well known and respectable company,who prides themselves in constantly improving their process for the best quality tubes. To learn more u can visit the ADIT website!
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