Description

Polonium (210) Chloride is a highly specialized radioactive chemical compound, primarily known for its use as a potent α-particle source. Its significance lies in providing a compact and intense alpha radiation field, which is critical for precise industrial and research applications. This material is essential for professionals in nuclear physics research, static elimination systems, and as a component in neutron sources when combined with beryllium.

Application

• Alpha Radiation Source: Used in industrial applications for static charge elimination in processes like paper, film, and textile manufacturing.
• Neutron Initiation: When alloyed with beryllium, serves as a compact, portable neutron source for well logging in the oil and gas industry and for laboratory research.
• Calibration Standards: Provides precise α-particle reference sources for calibrating radiation detection and measurement equipment.
• Research & Development: Employed in nuclear physics experiments, material science studies involving radiation effects, and educational demonstrations.
• Thermoelectric Power: Historically used in radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs) for space missions due to its high specific activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polonium (210) Chloride
CAS No.	10026-02-5
Molecular Formula	PoCl2
Molecular Weight	287.91 g/mol (for 210Po)
Synonyms	Polonium dichloride; Polonium-210 chloride; Radium F chloride; Po-210 chloride; Polonium(II) chloride; Radio-polonium chloride; α-source PoCl2
EINECS	233-069-1

Quality Control

Every batch of Polonium (210) Chloride is produced and handled under strict quality protocols in licensed facilities. Our quality assurance includes rigorous testing for radionuclidic purity, specific activity, and chemical form verification to ensure compliance with international nuclear material standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing radioactivity measurements and impurity profiles, is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, specially designed container, protected from light. Store in a dedicated, secure, and licensed radioactive materials storage area with appropriate shielding. Maintain at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the storage environment should be dry. All handling and storage must comply with national and international regulations for radioactive substances (e.g., IAEA, NRC).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Radionuclidic Identity	Polonium-210
Radionuclidic Purity	> 99.9%
Specific Activity	~166 TBq/g (~4,500 Ci/g)
Chemical Form	PoCl2
Carrier	No added carrier

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.