Radiation Sheilding
Precision engineering
Providing precision-engineered components
If you require precision-engineered tooling, Tungsten Alloys can assist. With extensive experience across a wide range of sectors, we possess the expertise, knowledge, and equipment to deliver exactly what you need. To discuss your requirements, please contact our Hitchin office today. We’d be happy to assist.
Medical equipment
Collimators, end stops, and directional shields
• High density up to 18.5g per cubic centimetre
• Up to 65% denser than lead
• Up to 130% denser than steel
• High radiation absorption
• Large single pieces
• Easily machined – hardness nominally HRC 30
• Alternative to depleted uranium and lead
• Non-toxic
•Camera shutters, single piece and leaf collimators
Associated equipment
Syringe shields, vial shields, pots, lids, and shutters
• Enhanced personnel protection
• More resistant to damage
• Stable dimensions
• A suitable alternative to depleted uranium and lead
• Non-toxic
Shielding doors, transport, and storage pots
•Easy to assemble or join
•Smaller assemblies offering the same protection as lead
•Strong mechanical properties
•A viable alternative to depleted uranium and lead
•Non-toxic
Comparative absorption data
Source: Cobalt 60
Material: TAM 1000
Half value thickness (mm): 7.5
Material: TAM 3950
Half value thickness (mm): 7.0
Material: Lead
Half value thickness (mm): 11.7
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Tungsten Alloys in Hitchin provide a diverse range of components for medical radiation shielding applications. Get in touch with our office to find out more.