⚡ Ion-Flux

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Controlled Cold Plasma Generation

The ION-FLUX Mark V is a precision Class E GaN cold plasma instrument delivering 2–10 kV sinusoidal AC across 300 kHz – 7 MHz. One wand. Four interchangeable plasma bulbs. Precision frequency control, real-time telemetry, and layered safety monitoring — engineered from the ground up for biohackers and medical researchers who want to ask serious questions about what plasma does at the cellular level. We're finding out — and we welcome you to join the investigation.

Plasma colour, intensity, and frequency characteristics are determined by the installed bulb. Swap bulbs to switch modes — the system auto-detects and loads the correct operating parameters.

Blue-WhiteW1 — Gentle
W1 Gentle — He/Ne Blend Gas: Helium / Neon (He/Ne blend)
Startup: 0.85 MHz  ·  Range: 0.45 – 1.35 MHz (LF/MF)
Strike voltage: 0.18 – 0.35 kV
Preset: P1 — Soft plasma, low intensity
ID Resistor: 10 kΩ (wand presence)
Orange-RedW2 — Therapeutic
W2 Therapeutic — Ne/Ar/Xe Blend Gas: Neon / Argon / Xenon (Ne/Ar/Xe blend)
Startup: 1.15 MHz  ·  Range: 0.65 – 1.85 MHz (LF/MF)
Strike voltage: 1.05 – 1.25 kV
Preset: P2 — Warm therapeutic plasma
ID Resistor: 10 kΩ (wand presence)
PurpleW3 — Research
W3 Research — Ar/Ne (standard) | Kr/Ar/Ne Research ALT Gas: Argon / Neon (standard) | Kr/Ar/Ne — Research ALT
Startup: 3.40 MHz  ·  Range: 2.20 – 7.00 MHz (MF/HF)
Strike voltage: 0.75 – 0.95 kV
Preset: P3 — High-density research mode
ID Resistor: 10 kΩ (wand presence)

Hover each bulb for full specifications. All strike voltages confirmed ≤10 kV (Penning-corrected).

🔬 Applications

🧬 Therapeutic Research (Experimental)

Controlled cold plasma delivery for investigational therapeutic applications using the W2 Ne/Ar/Xe bulb. Low-frequency (0.65–1.85 MHz), warm orange-red discharge. Repeatable sessions with full telemetry logging.

🧼 Surface Decontamination

Investigate surface interaction, reactive species formation, and contamination reduction on tools, fixtures, and materials under controlled discharge conditions using the W3 Argon research bulb.

⚙️ Industrial & Materials

Surface activation, coating preparation, contamination removal, and plasma-assisted process development for electronics, composites, and precision fabrication.

🌱 Environmental & Atmospheric

Ion-field and discharge interaction studies for air treatment experiments, reactive species generation, and ionized-flow characterization.

🔧 Plasma Physics Research

Multi-band frequency exploration (LF / MF / HF), gas-specific discharge characterization, Paschen curve verification, and Penning ionisation studies across the four bulb configurations (W1, W2, W3, W3-ALT).

🧪 Protocol Development

Build repeatable experimental protocols with logged frequency, voltage, current, temperature, and band state. Compare sessions across bulb types with consistent telemetry.

🔬 Community Research & Biohacking

Open experimentation with logged parameters and swappable plasma modes. Four distinct gas environments — Gentle (He/Ne), Therapeutic (Ne/Ar/Xe), Research (Ar/Ne), and Research ALT (Kr/Ar/Ne) — in one portable platform.

ION-FLUX Mark V Generator

🚀 Advanced Technology

System Specifications

Ion-Flux Mark V is a Class E RF cold plasma generator with multi-band tuning, GaN output stage, and dual-processor control architecture.

Parameter Specification Notes
Output Voltage 2 – 10 kV peak HF AC (sinusoidal) Software-controlled via VREG_OUT (5–20 V pre-reg)
Frequency Range 300 kHz – 7 MHz 3 relay-switched bands: LF / MF / HF
Band LF 300 kHz – 1.5 MHz W1 Gentle, W2 Therapeutic lower range
Band MF 1.5 – 4 MHz W1 upper, W2 upper range, W3 lower range
Band HF 4 – 7 MHz W3 Research upper range
Output Current 10 mA RMS max Firmware OCP: 2.1 A drain; Hardware OCP: 2.5 A
Output Stage Class E, GaN FET (EPC2036) LM5114BMF gate driver, AD9833 DDS frequency synthesis
Transformer Air-core toroid, 1:50, Sylgard 170 potted 48/46 litz, PTFE former, k = 0.90
Pre-Regulator TPS54531, 5–20 V adjustable 1.21 MHz switching, MCP4561 I²C digital pot
Touchscreen UI 7″ DSI, 800×480 px PyQt6, Raspberry Pi OS Lite 64-bit, fullscreen
Real-Time MCU Raspberry Pi Pico 2W (RP2350) RF control, wand ID, telemetry, fault handling
Application Processor Raspberry Pi CM4 Linux backend, GUI, session logging
Power Supply 6S LiPo, 18 – 25.2 V Portable operation
Safety E-STOP, dual OCP, thermal, watchdog INA226 current sense + ADS1115 independent hardware path
Enclosure 280 × 180 × 170 mm Dual compartment: HV lower / LV upper, aluminium shield plate

Core Technologies

Ion-Flux Mark V integrates precision RF hardware and dual-processor embedded software:

💡 Wand System — One Wand, Four Bulbs

Ion-Flux Mark V ships with one non-contact wand body and four interchangeable plasma bulbs. Swap the bulb, present the NFC collar to the front panel ID pad — the system reads the collar tag and automatically configures frequency, band, and intensity presets for that plasma mode.

🔵 W1 — Gentle

Gas: He/Ne · Blue-white plasma
Startup: 0.85 MHz  ·  Range: 0.45 – 1.35 MHz
Bands: LF / MF
Strike: 0.18 – 0.35 kV
Preset: P1 Low / Med / High
ID: 10 kΩ (wand presence)

Lowest intensity mode. He/Ne Penning pairs produce efficient ionisation at low voltages. Entry-level plasma with soft blue-white discharge character.

🟠 W2 — Therapeutic

Gas: Ne/Ar/Xe · Orange-red plasma
Startup: 1.15 MHz  ·  Range: 0.65 – 1.85 MHz
Bands: LF / MF
Strike: 1.05 – 1.25 kV
Preset: P2 Low / Med / High
ID: 10 kΩ (wand presence)

Mid-range frequency. Neon/Argon blend produces warm orange-red plasma. Designed for controlled therapeutic applications with repeatable sessions and full telemetry logging.

🟣 W3 — Research

Gas: Ar/Ne · Purple plasma (standard) | Kr/Ar/Ne · Blue-white plasma (Research ALT)
Startup: 3.40 MHz  ·  Range: 2.20 – 7.00 MHz
Bands: MF / HF
Strike: 0.75 – 0.95 kV
Preset: P3 Low / Med / High
ID: 10 kΩ (wand presence)

Highest frequency range. The standard Ar/Ne blend produces dense purple plasma at MHz frequencies. The Research ALT (Kr/Ar/Ne) produces blue-white plasma with elevated UV emission and modified Penning characteristics. Both configurations are designed for open-ended RF field research, high-frequency investigation, and Paschen curve verification across the full MF/HF band.

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Auto-Detection

Swap the bulb and present the NFC collar to the ID pad — firmware reads the collar tag and loads the correct frequency table and preset instantly.

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Strike Confirmed

All three bulbs strike well below 10 kV. Penning-corrected values verified — system confirms strike on the GUI display.

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Session Logging

Every session logs bulb type, frequency, voltage, current, band, and temperature — enabling repeatable, comparable results.

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Safety Interlocked

E-STOP, dual OCP, thermal de-rating, and watchdog. RF is inhibited until all startup checks pass — including current sense initialisation.

🖥 Touchscreen UI — Live Control

7″ DSI display running PyQt6. Wand auto-detected, preset loaded. Adjust frequency in real-time via slider or ±0.01 MHz nudge. Tap ⚙️ for system settings.

ION-FLUX Mark V — Live Control
● W3 THERAPEUTIC — Ne/Ar/Xe — P3 MODE
Installed Bulb
W1 Gentle (He/Ne)
W2 Therapeutic (Ne/Ar/Xe)
W3 Research / Research ALT
Intensity Preset — P3
Active Band
LF (0.3–1.5 MHz)
MF (1.5–4 MHz)
HF (4–7 MHz)
Frequency Adjust
1.15 MHz
Slider range locks to active preset ±0.50 MHz. Auto-sweep ±0.05 MHz centres on this value.
Strike Voltage <10 kV Confirmed — Penning-corrected Ne/Ar/Xe strike: 1.05–1.25 kV.
Live Telemetry
Output State
STOPPED
Frequency
1.15 MHz
HV Output
—
Drain Current
—
Plasma Current
—
Thermal
NORMAL
Frequency changes take effect immediately when running. E-STOP cuts RF instantly and requires power cycle to clear.

✨ Key Features

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Class E GaN Output

EPC2036 GaN FET with MHz-range efficiency. AD9833 DDS for precise, stable frequency synthesis across all three bands.

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Three Plasma Modes

Swap bulbs to change plasma gas, colour, frequency, and intensity profile. Auto-detection loads the correct preset instantly.

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Real-Time Telemetry

Live frequency, voltage, drain current, plasma current, thermal state, and fault status on the 7″ touchscreen.

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Layered Safety

Dual independent OCP paths (INA226 firmware + ADS1115 hardware), E-STOP, thermal de-rating, and RP2350 watchdog.

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7″ Touchscreen UI

PyQt6 fullscreen interface. Wand banner, intensity presets, live telemetry, and fault display — all on one screen.

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Portable & Self-Contained

6S LiPo battery, compact dual-compartment enclosure, aluminium RF shield, and all connectors on the front panel.

🌍 About Ion-Flux

Ion-Flux is a precision cold plasma platform built by Torino Ltd — engineered for repeatable, measurable, and safely operated plasma generation across therapeutic, research, and industrial applications.

Design Philosophy

Ion-Flux Mark V was designed from the ground up as a purpose-built cold plasma instrument:

Developer Documentation

For researchers and developers with approved access: full engineering specifications, firmware source, PCB design packages, and integration documentation available through the secure developer portal.

High Voltage · Experimental Use Only · Not a Medical Device

❓ FAQ

Common questions about the wand system, plasma modes, and operating the Ion-Flux Mark V.

What is the difference between the four bulbs?
Each bulb contains a different noble gas fill that produces a distinct plasma colour, frequency range, and intensity profile:

W1 Gentle (He/Ne) — Blue-white plasma, 0.45–1.35 MHz, lowest strike voltage (0.18–0.35 kV). Soft, low-intensity mode.
W2 Therapeutic (Ne/Ar/Xe) — Orange-red plasma, 0.65–1.85 MHz, moderate strike (1.05–1.25 kV). Warm, stable therapeutic mode.
W3 Research (Ar/Ne) — Purple plasma, 2.20–7.00 MHz, mid strike (0.75–0.95 kV). Highest frequency, high-density research mode.
Do I need to configure anything when I swap bulbs?
No. The wand body carries a single presence resistor confirming it is connected. Each plasma tube has a silicone NFC collar — present it to the front panel ID pad and the system reads the collar tag, then automatically loads the correct frequency table, band settings, and intensity presets for that tube. The GUI banner updates to show the active bulb type and colour mode.
What does "Strike Confirmed" mean on the display?
Strike is the moment the gas inside the bulb ionises and plasma ignites. The display shows Strike Confirmed (green banner) when the system detects that plasma has formed — measured via a sudden change in output current and coupling behaviour. All three bulbs strike well below the 10 kV system maximum — actual strike voltages are between 0.18 kV (W1 Gentle) and 1.25 kV (W3 Therapeutic max).
What happens if I plug in an unrecognised or missing bulb?
If no bulb is connected, the GUI shows "No Wand Detected" and RF output is inhibited — the system will not energise without a recognised ID. If an unknown ID is detected (e.g. a damaged cable or modified connector), the GUI shows an "Unknown Wand" warning and RF remains inhibited until a valid bulb is connected.
What safety systems protect the user?
Ion-Flux Mark V has multiple independent safety layers:

• E-STOP: Front-panel emergency stop — immediately cuts RF output.
• Dual OCP: Firmware (INA226, trips at 2.1 A) and hardware (ADS1115, trips at 2.5 A) — independent paths, both always active.
• Thermal de-rating: Output reduced and then shut down if temperature limits are approached.
• Startup inhibit: RF cannot be enabled until all boot checks pass — including current sense initialisation.
• Watchdog: RP2350 watchdog timer ensures the system resets to a safe state if firmware stops responding.
How do I get repeatable results across sessions?
Use the same bulb type, intensity preset, and wand-to-target distance each session. The system logs frequency, voltage, current, temperature, band, and bulb type automatically. Compare CSV session logs to verify consistency. The firmware's auto-sweep (±0.05 MHz around the centre frequency) keeps the LC tank on resonance — you will see consistent plasma behaviour at the same preset settings across sessions.

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