X-ray diffraction data collection system for modern protein crystallography with a Weissenberg camera and an imaging plate using synchrotron radiation

Abstract

The X-ray diffraction data collection system, with a Weissenberg camera, an imaging plate, and image reader BA100, using SR was constructed in the Photon Factory for protein crystallography. It allows us to collect a full data set with one crystal in 2.5 h by rotation of a sample around a single axis. The high accuracy and extended resolution of the collected data were confirmed by comparison with the data obtained from other detectors and results from the structure determination. Further improvements in the function and accuracy of this system are discussed.