What kind of Ion source?

[LarryB]

TL;DR Summary

I need to know what type of ion source to use for my helium particle accelerator

I am creating a helium particle accelerator and I have most of the measurement's down, such as the drift tube length, the pressure the system needs to be at ect. But I am stuck on what type of ion source I should use for the start of the whole thing. I have been leaning towards using a sputter gun but am unsure that this would even work. Anyone help me out?

 

[phinds]

calling @Vanadium 50

 

[Vanadium 50]

99% of the people who come here trying to build accelerators are dangers to themselves and others, and these threads invariably are closed.

Why helium?

More generally, can you convince us you know what you are doing and can do this safely?

 

[berkeman]

I am creating a helium particle accelerator

99% of the people who come here trying to build accelerators are dangers to themselves and others, and these threads invariably are closed.

@LarryB -- Please find a local Mentor in your area who can try to help you with your project. If you are asking for advice on the Internet for this endeavor of yours, that is a bad sign.

Thread is closed for safety reasons.