NCNR, a research facility, is getting two new cryogen-free superconducting magnets. These magnets are easier to operate and more reliable than traditional ones because they don’t require liquid coolants. The first magnet, called the 12 T Dry, has a built-in cooling system and is currently being tested. A second magnet, the 7 T Dry, which is less powerful but more flexible, is expected to arrive in late 2025.
Both magnets will be ready for use by scientists in 2026 when NCNR resumes its operations. These new tools should help researchers conduct experiments more efficiently and with fewer complications, supporting advancements in materials science and other fields that rely on neutron research.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/ncnr/facilities-upgrades-during-unplanned-outage/new-high-field-dry-magnets
Keywords: superconducting magnets, cryogen-free, dilution refrigerator
