electron multiplier
continuous-dynode electron multiplier
CEM
continuous-dynode EM
continuous dynode EM
CHMO:0001062
Channeltron
channel electron multiplier
An electron multiplier that consists of a single electrode in the form of a horn of plenty. The ions impinge on the wall of the horn at the open end, producing a cascade of electrons which is multiplied on each interaction with the wall and focussed onto a preamplifier.