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Americium-241 (Am-241)

Description

Am-241 sources are both gamma rays and alpha particles emitters. They are applied in industrial gauging, including X-Ray fluorescence analysis systems, in the measurement of glass, plastics, rubber and light alloys (for example, thin-section aluminium) for which beta sources are not suitable. Isotope JSC supplies Am-241 sources of the Russian design manufactured by FSUE «PA «MAYAK». There is a wide variety of standard designs and activities.

Characteristics

Producer: FSUE «PA «MAYAK»

Material: Stainless steel

Radioisotope Am-241 is installed into matrices that are made of glass or ceramic. Matrices are cast into metal inserts to ensure consistent shape and position. The inner assembly is encapsulated into 316L stainless steel components sealed by argon-arc (TIG) welding.

Technical advantages

Am-241 sources comply with the following industrial standards:

  • ISO 9978:1992;
  • ISO 2919 (by durability).

They have a recommended 12-15 years of service life.

The radioactive content and radiation output measurements stated in the product certification are traceable to national standards.

Delivery

Isotope JSC is ready to supply  Am-241 sources as we represent Russian isotope products manufacturers that have unique technical expertise and production capacities. We collaborate with ROSATOM State Corporation enterprises to guarantee the high quality of supplied products. Our client-oriented approach contributed to Isotope JSC's becoming one of the leaders in the global isotope sales market.

Isotope JSC has a world-class distribution system including a unique order management system software. Thanks to attentively managed logistics, we ensure on-time deliveries of all our products.

Your personal manager: Vladmir Fesenko
E-mail: VSFesenko@isotop.ru
Tel.: +7 (495) 981-96-16 (ext. 228)

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