PODIATRY XRAY SETTINGS* (AVERAGE) for use with X-Cel X-Ray Generator Only - XM3 Series
FOOT

AP/DP
Medial Oblique
Lateral Oblique
Lateral

60kv, 008 pulses
60kv, 008 pulses
60kv, 008 pulses
60kv, 012 pulses	
ANKLE

AP/DP
Medial Oblique
Lateral Oblique
Lateral

60kv, 018 pulses
60kv, 012 pulses
60kv, 012 pulses
60kv, 012 pulses	
KNEE**

AP
Oblique
Lateral

63kv, 022 pulses
60kv, 018 pulses
60kv, 018 pulses	
OTHER

Calcaneal Axial
Harris Beath
Sesamoids

60kv, 018 pulses
60kv, 022 pulses
60kv, 012 pulses	

SMALL (Child under 8): lower 2-4 pulses
LARGE: add 2-4 pulses
CAST: add 4 pulses
All views to be shot at 15ma setting. *This is only a reference. kv and pulses can be adjusted when necessary.
Calibration:
Luminance: 55kv, 008 pulses (or highest possible)
Positional: 45kv, 006 pulses (or lowest possible)
© 20/20 Imaging LLC - All Rights Reserved. *This chart is only a guide. 20/20 Imaging is not responsible for under/over exposure, or improper patient exposure problems. Your result may vary. For assistance, please call support at 866-734-6034. **Knee views are not supported and may be taken at your own risk.