Bi-2223 Test Coils for High Resolution NMR Magnets.

Abstract

Recently, significant improvement in the strain tolerance of Bi-2223 conductor has been achieved by lamination with high strength nickel alloy. The conductor, supplied by Sumitomo Electric and designated Type HT-NX, is now commercially available in lengths sufficient for manufacture of high-homogeneity solenoids. A program to fully exploit the improved conductor properties is now underway at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL). Five coils are being made, the last of which is to demonstrate an NMR measurement approaching 1 GHz and 1 ppm over 10 mm volume. In so doing, we expect to demonstrate critical current fraction, and strain similar to that expected in 30 T NMR magnets. The coils will be tested inside an existing 16 Tesla large-bore background magnet at the NHMFL. The design of the NMR demonstration coil is presented first, with expected values for field, homogeneity and strain given. A technology development program is then outlined, which includes fabrication of four test coils to test various design features, develop fabrication tooling and train personnel.