Abstract: In an x-ray examination apparatus, a film holder is mounted on a frame, which itself is connected to the carrier, notably a C-arm, for the x-ray source and the image intensifier. When not in use, the film holder can be placed in a park position against the inner circumference of the C-arm, such that the film holder neither obscures, nor impedes access to the patient (region). The frame with the film holder can be rotated to a standby position next to the image intensifier, such that the film holder can be conveniently reached for preparation for exposure. Finally, the film holder can be rotated with respect to the frame into an exposure position in front of the image intensifier. The C-arm remains balanced for all three positions of the film holder; this is achieved by two counterweights that move along the outer circumference of the C-arm, just under its outer enclosure. Consequently, the C-arm can be moved manually without considerable effort.

Abstract: In an X-ray examination apparatus, comprising a column, a mount which is connected to the column and which is rotatable about an axis, and a C-shaped carrier which is journalled in the mount, there is provided a friction roller which serves to drive and brake the C-shaped carrier and which bears against a contact face provided along the carrier. The carrier is thus locked in a play-free manner and can be readily adjusted by hand. Because the friction roller is journalled in a carriage which is displaceable with respect to the mount, a pressure exerted on the contact face by the friction roller is adjustable.

Abstract: A simple and robust X-ray stand for angio graphic examinations is obtained by rotatably suspending a U-shaped or C-shaped carrier from an L-shaped arm which is connectd to a vertical column so as to be rotatable about two orthogonal intersecting axes of rotation at the column. The irradiation directions can be readily adjusted by hand when a counterweight is connected to the arm.

Abstract: An X-ray examination apparatus for irradiating an object in different directions comprises a C-shaped support whereto there are secured an X-ray source, an X-ray detector and a counterweight. The counterweight is situated at the end of the arm which also carries the X-ray detector. The movement of the counterweight is such that for all positions of the X-ray detector the center of gravity of the support, the X-ray source, the X-ray detector and the counterweight is situated in the point of intersection of the axes of rotation (the isocenter). As a result, the support is continuously balanced and manual adjustment of the support is possible. Balancing is enhanced by a cast and hence light C-shaped support.

Abstract: An X-ray examination apparatus for irradiating an object in different directions comprises a C-shaped support whereto there are secured an X-ray source, an X-ray detector and a counterweight. The counterweight is situated at the end of the arm which also carries the X-ray detector. The movement of the counterweight is such that for all positions of the X-ray detector the center of gravity of the support, the X-ray source, the X-ray detector and the counterweight is situated in the point of intersection of the axes of rotation (the isocenter). As a result, the support is continuously balanced and manual adjustment of the support is possible. Balancing is enhanced by a cast and hence light C-shaped support.