Tungsten alloy PET syringe shield

A tungsten alloy PET syringe shield is a radiation shielding device used to protect medical personnel from exposure to radiation during positron emission tomography (PET) procedures. PET imaging involves the use of radioactive materials, and the shield is designed to block the radiation emitted from the syringe containing the radioactive tracer.

Tungsten alloy is used in the construction of the shield due to its high density, which provides effective radiation attenuation. The shield is typically made of a tungsten alloy core surrounded by a protective outer layer. The tungsten alloy core absorbs and scatters the radiation, while the outer layer prevents any potential leakage of radiation.

The shield is specifically designed to fit over the syringe, providing a barrier between the radioactive material and the operator. It is typically easy to handle and maneuver, allowing medical personnel to safely administer the radioactive tracer while minimizing their exposure to radiation.

The use of a tungsten alloy PET syringe shield is an essential safety measure in PET imaging procedures, ensuring the well-being of both patients and medical personnel by reducing radiation exposure risks.High density tungsten alloy rod

TUNGSTEN HEAVY ALLOY PET SYRINGE SHIELD 10cc

The Gaard Lock™ PET Syringe Shield reduces hand exposure from syringes containing 511 keV radionuclides FDG F-18.The barrel of the shield is constructed of .34" thick (9 mm) tungsten that attenuates FDG F-18 by 88%.The syringe shield is offered with or without a high density (5.6) flush mounted lead glass window that provides protection and visibility. A white reflective surface on the shield interior improves viewing of the syringe's markings and fluid content. The syringe shield features a unique flanged locking mechanism that speeds the loading and unloading of the syringe, further reducing hand exposure. Gaard Lock PET Syringe Shields accommodate the standard sized 3 cc, 5 cc and 10 cc syringes. The Gaard Lock PET Syringe Shield fits the Manual Dose Injector.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Weight: 3 lb (1.4 kg)

Tungsten heavy alloy is the right material for radiation protection, as its combination of radiographic density (more than 60% denser than lead), machinability, good corrosion resistance, high radiation absorption (superior to lead and steel), simplified life cycle and high strength. Tungsten radiation shielding can provide the same degree of protection as lead whilst significantly reducing the overall volume and thickness of shields and containers. Besides, compared with lead or depleted uranium (DU), tungsten radiation shielding is more friendship for the environments both lead and DU for it is no any toxic.