The ultra-fast injection kicker for SXLS

The single bump injection scheme for the SXLS (Superconducting X-Ray Lithography Source) compact synchrotron required very stringent rise and fall times of no more than 15 ns and a flat-top of 50-60 ns. These parameters were achieved in a magnetic device of 75 cm length with a maximum field of 75 G. The construction and switching techniques along with the associated components are described. Results of magnetic field measurements and measurements of the effect of the kicker on the injected beam are presented. The device is presently working in the room-temperature magnet prototype of the SXLS ring and will be used as an injection bump for the final superconducting compact synchrotron.<
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