Description

Radon220 is a radioactive isotope of the noble gas radon, specifically the isotope with mass number 220, also known as Thoron. This gaseous element is significant for its role in scientific research and industrial applications where controlled radioactive sources are required. It is primarily utilized by researchers in nuclear physics, environmental monitoring specialists, and industries involved in calibration and detection technologies.

Application

• Scientific Research: Used as a tracer gas in studies of atmospheric transport, fluid dynamics, and geological processes.
• Calibration Source: Serves as a precise calibration standard for radiation detection and measurement equipment, including alpha particle detectors.
• Environmental Studies: Employed in monitoring radon and thoron flux from soil and building materials to assess environmental radioactivity.
• Educational Tools: Provides a controlled, low-level radioactive source for demonstration and training in nuclear science laboratories.
• Industrial Leak Detection: Acts as a sensitive tracer for locating minute leaks in sealed systems and pipelines.

Basic Information

Product Name	Radon220
CAS No.	22481-48-7
Molecular Formula	²²⁰Rn
Molecular Weight	220 g/mol
Synonyms	Thoron; Radon-220; Rn-220; ²²⁰Radon; Actinon (historical); Emanation (historical); Radioactive Radon Isotope 220
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Radon220 is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure isotopic purity and specified activity levels. Each batch is accompanied by comprehensive documentation, including a Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing radionuclidic purity, activity concentration, and measurement traceability to national standards. We adhere to relevant radiation safety and material handling regulations for global supply.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, approved specialty container (e.g., sealed ampoule or gas cylinder), protected from light and physical damage. Store in a dedicated, well-ventilated area designated for radioactive materials, in compliance with all local and international regulations for the storage of gaseous radioactive substances. Maintain appropriate shielding as required by the activity level.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Gas
Identification (Gamma Spectrometry)	Conforms
Radionuclidic Purity (Rn-220)	≥ 99.0%
Activity Concentration	As per order (e.g., kBq/mL, MBq)
Carrier Gas	Helium or Nitrogen (Specified)

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