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MRC tube

Philips's family of high-output rotating-anode X-ray tubes used in cath lab / interventional systems.

Why it matters to buyers: Dominant tube class on Allura Xper family. Tube-replacement lead times are weeks.

Why it matters to engineers: Duty cycle in cath is harsher than diagnostic — budget shorter tube life vs general fluoro.