Digital mobile radiography unit ONYX

Overview
ONYX is an ultra-mobile mobile X-ray system designed to deliver accurate radiographic diagnosis at the point of care. It integrates carbon nanotube (CNT) cold-cathode X-ray source technology, a compact chassis and a zero-gravity arm for precise, low-effort positioning, plus AI-enhanced workflows for streamlined image acquisition and review.

Main features

• Carbon nanotube (CNT) X-ray source: significantly reduced size and weight compared with conventional tubes (reported CNT tube weight: 2.35 kg).
• Zero-gravity arm and head: single-grip, smooth movement for rapid and precise positioning.
• Compact chassis and slim profile: designed for navigation in confined clinical spaces and unobstructed operator sightlines.
• Tilting and rotating touchscreen: flexible display for immediate image review from multiple angles.
• AI-powered image processing (ADAM software): automated workflows and image enhancement to support fast, consistent acquisitions.
• X-Tech Cell® lithium-ion battery: engineered for continuous availability with rapid recharge capability.
• Long autonomy: more than 1,000 exposures on a single full charge.
• Fast charging: full charge in approximately 2 hours.
• Cold-cathode CNT technology: energy-efficient operation enabling smaller, lighter power systems.
• Low-dose imaging: instant X-ray pulses and precise electron generation to minimize radiation while maintaining image quality.
• Digital grid: improved image rendering without a physical grid.

Benefits & investment rationale

• Brings radiographic imaging to the patient bed, improving access to imaging in constrained environments.
• Ergonomic design and intuitive controls reduce operator strain and accelerate procedures.
• Reduced maintenance requirements and long expected lifetime yield cost-effective, sustainable investment.

Regulatory / product status
ONYX (product code 8T) is identified as a Class IIb medical device. It is manufactured by APELEM SAS. At the time of publication it did not yet bear CE marking; certification in the European Union is planned under MDR 2017/745 by Eurofins Product Testing Italy S.r.l. (CE0477) for radiographic X-ray examinations. Non-medical uses are outside the scope of the EU certification.

Technical specifications

• Model name: ONYX
• Product code: 8T
• Technology: Carbon nanotube (CNT) X-ray tube (cold cathode)
• CNT tube weight (reported): 2.35 kg
• Battery: X-Tech Cell® lithium-ion
• Battery autonomy: >1,000 exposures per full charge
• Battery full charge time: approximately 2 hours
• Mobility: ultra-mobile with compact chassis and slim profile
• Positioning: zero-gravity arm with single-grip movement
• User interface: tilting & rotating touchscreen
• Image processing: AI-powered (ADAM software)
• Dose optimization: low-dose instant pulses and digital grid (no physical grid required)
• Manufacturer: APELEM SAS
• Regulatory classification: Class IIb (CE marking pending at time of publication)