A method of manufacturing an X-ray device is described including the step of coupling a housing that includes diamond to an anode structure that includes diamond. Further, a target metal may be formed on a tip of the anode structure. An X-ray device is also described including a housing made of diamond,...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US6289079?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6289079 - X-ray device and deposition process for manufacture