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The replacement correction factor (P(repl)) for plane-parallel ion chambers in electron beams is sensitive to the effective point of measurement. Accurate selection of this point is crucial for reliable dosimetry, especially in low-energy beams.

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Background:

Dosimetry protocols recommend plane-parallel chambers for electron beam measurements.
The replacement correction factor (P(repl)) is often assumed to be unity for well-guarded chambers.
Experimental data suggest non-unity P(repl) values for certain ion chambers, like the Markus chamber.

Purpose of the Study:

Investigate the replacement correction factors (P(repl)) for plane-parallel chambers in electron beams using Monte Carlo simulations.
Evaluate the influence of chamber design and beam characteristics on P(repl) values.

Main Methods:

Monte Carlo simulations were employed to calculate P(repl) for various plane-parallel chambers in a water phantom.
Simulations covered diverse electron beam qualities, phantom depths, and guard ring widths.
Statistical precision was maintained at a high level.

Main Results:

P(repl) values showed significant depth dependence in the dose fall-off region for low-energy beams, attributed to the gradient effect.
The effective point of measurement often needs to be shifted from the cavity's front face.
Calculated P(repl) values were near unity for the Roos chamber but varied for others, aligning well with experimental data for the Markus chamber.

Conclusions:

Correctly defining the effective point of measurement is critical for accurate P(repl) in electron beams.
With the correct effective point of measurement, P(repl) becomes largely depth-independent.
Guard ring width and the diameter-to-thickness ratio influence P(repl); a 6 mm guard width is needed for a well-guarded NACP02-like chamber (diameter-to-thickness ratio of 5).