Description

Strontium-85 CAS NO 83015-89-8 is a radioactive isotope of strontium, a critical material in industrial and research applications. Its primary value lies in its use as a tracer and radiation source, enabling precise analytical measurements and process monitoring. This product is essential for industries and research institutions involved in materials science, environmental monitoring, and non-destructive testing.

Application

• Industrial Tracer Studies: Used to track material flow, mixing efficiency, and wear in complex industrial processes such as metallurgy and oil refining.
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): Serves as a γ-ray source for flaw detection and thickness gauging in pipelines, welds, and metal castings.
• Environmental Research: Employed as a tracer to study the migration and dispersion of contaminants in soil and water systems.
• Academic & Research Laboratories: Utilized in physics and chemistry research for calibration of radiation detection equipment and fundamental nuclear studies.
• Medical Research Applications: Used in preclinical research for bone metabolism studies due to strontium's bone-seeking properties, though strictly for non-clinical investigation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Strontium-85
CAS No.	83015-89-8
Molecular Formula	85Sr
Molecular Weight	84.91 (Atomic Mass)
Synonyms	Strontium-85 isotope; 85Sr; Radioactive strontium; Sr-85; Strontium 85; Strontium, isotope of mass 85; Strontium, radioactive (Sr-85)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Strontium-85 is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure radionuclidic purity and specific activity meet exacting standards. Our quality system emphasizes traceability and safety compliance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing radionuclidic purity, activity concentration, and test dates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a designated, secure, and properly shielded radioactive materials area in accordance with all local and international regulations for handling radioactive substances. Maintain appropriate environmental controls to ensure stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless solution (typically in HCl medium)
Radionuclidic Identity	85Sr
Radionuclidic Purity	≥ 99.9%
Specific Activity	Carrier-free / High specific activity
pH	1.0 - 3.0
Radioactivity Concentration	As specified at reference date

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