Why is Lead Used for Protection from Radiation?

X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans and other radio pharmaceuticals equipment are used to detect improper functioning of internal organs and to cure certain diseases. However, overexposure to the radiations emitted by these types of equipment can be dangerous. Therefore, to regulate the intensity of radiation scattered by these equipment, they are shielded with lead.

Lead is one of the most valued and trusted of all materials used for shielding. It is dense and can be used against various high-energy applications of radiation, including gamma rays, x-rays, and other types of nuclear radiation.

One primary property of lead that makes it ideal for shielding material is its density. Other properties such as its high degree of application flexibility, extreme level of stability, and high atomic number also make it ideal for radiation shielding.

Lead radiation shielding products

The following are different lead radiation shielding products:

·         Lead plates

·         Nuclear medicine accessories

·         Shipping containers

·         Lead containers

·         Lead stampings

·         Syringe shields

·         Lead bricks

·         Storage and decay Containers

·         Vial shields

·         X-Ray shielding

·         Sheet lead

It is interesting that lead radiation shielding products are not only used in the medical field, but also in the military, nuclear power and other industries.