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Preparations are underway for the upgrade of the ECR2 ion source at the Argonne Tandem Linac Accelerator System (ATLAS) to enhance its beam capabilities. The upgrade incorporates a higher wall field hexapole, optimized iron shaping and materials, and higher solenoid operating currents to support 18 GHz RF heating. The components of the permanent magnet hexapole have been received, and fabrication of the plasma chamber is progressing. The presence of Ac-227 contamination within the source, vacuum vessels, and low-energy beamline has expanded the project scope, requiring the replacement of more components than originally planned. Work control documents for the safe handling and disposal of the contaminated components are being drafted and reviewed. Installation of all components is scheduled for January 2027, with commissioning to follow immediately.
Funding Agency
This work was supported by the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Nuclear Physics, under Contract No. DE-AC02-06CH11357. This research used resources of ANL’s ATLAS facility, which is a DOE Office
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