Description

Iridium 192 (Sealed Source) is a manufactured radioactive isotope widely used as a γ-ray source in industrial radiography and non-destructive testing (NDT). Its consistent gamma emission and manageable half-life make it an indispensable tool for ensuring structural integrity and quality control in critical manufacturing sectors. This product is essential for industries requiring precise internal inspection of welds, castings, and assembled components without causing damage.

Application

• Industrial Radiography (NDT): Primary use for inspecting welds, castings, and structural components in pipelines, pressure vessels, aerospace parts, and shipbuilding.
• Security & Border Control: Integration into fixed and mobile cargo scanning systems for detecting contraband and ensuring port security.
• Density and Level Gauging: Employed in process industries to measure material density, liquid levels, and thickness in closed systems.
• Troubleshooting and Condition Monitoring: Used to identify blockages, corrosion under insulation (CUI), and wear in inaccessible industrial equipment.
• Medical Device Sterilization (R&D): Potential application in research for sterilizing heat-sensitive medical equipment, though largely superseded by other isotopes.
• Academic and Calibration Use: Serves as a reference source for calibrating radiation detection equipment and for educational purposes in nuclear physics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iridium 192 (Sealed Source)
CAS No.	14993-47-6
Molecular Formula	192Ir
Molecular Weight	191.9626 g/mol
Synonyms	Iridium-192; Ir-192; Radioiridium; Sealed Ir-192 Source; γ-ray source Ir-192; Radiographic source; Iridium radioisotope; Iridium, isotope of mass 192
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every Iridium 192 sealed source is manufactured and tested under stringent quality management systems, adhering to international standards for radioactive material safety and performance. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing source activity, leak test results, and compliance with ISO 2919 (Sealed radioactive sources) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a designated, secure, and shielded radioactive materials storage area in accordance with all local, national, and international regulations (e.g., IAEA guidelines). Maintain appropriate distance and shielding to minimize personnel exposure. The storage facility must be dry, well-ventilated, and access-controlled.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Source)	Sealed metallic pellet/disk in double-encapsulated stainless steel capsule
Nominal Activity	Tailored to order (Typical range: 10 - 100 Ci)
Half-life	73.83 days
Principal Gamma Energies	~310 keV, 470 keV, 590 keV
Leak Test	Meets ISO 9978 / ANSI N542 requirements
Source Certification	ISO 2919 Classification
Dimensions (Capsule)	Standard or custom (e.g., 2.5 mm x 2.5 mm to 4.5 mm x 4.5 mm)

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