Tungsten Radiation Shielding for Nuclear, Medical & NDT Applications
Tungsten Radiation Shielding for Nuclear, Medical & NDT Applications
Almatin specializes in the design and customization of tungsten heavy alloy radiation shielding solutions tailored for demanding applications across nuclear energy, nuclear medicine and radioisotope handling, diagnostic imaging, and non-destructive testing (NDT) industries.
Effective radiation protection begins with material density. The higher the density, the greater the shielding performance. With a density approximately 1.7 times higher than lead, tungsten heavy alloy provides exceptional radiation attenuation, ensuring exposure levels are kept to an absolute minimum.
Almatin’s tungsten shielding solutions are a reliable alternative in applications where lead is impractical or restricted. Known for their strength, durability, and precision machinability, these alloys can be custom-engineered into complex, high-accuracy components to meet exact shielding and operational requirements—without compromising safety or performance.
Why Tungsten?
When precision, dimensional accuracy, intricate design, heat resistance, and long-term durability are critical, tungsten stands out as the superior radiation shielding material. It is non-toxic, lead-free, and highly effective for shielding against gamma and neutron radiation, making it ideal for high-performance and safety-critical environments.
With a density approximately 1.7 times higher than lead (tungsten at 18.89 g/cm³ versus lead at 11.34 g/cm³), tungsten delivers significantly enhanced radiation attenuation in a much smaller footprint. This allows Almatin to engineer compact, high-precision shielding solutions that meet and exceed the most stringent radiation protection standards.
For applications where safety, strength, and precision cannot be compromised, Almatin’s tungsten shielding solutions provide unmatched performance and reliability.
Applications
Tungsten Heavy Alloy is an ideal material for medical, nuclear, and industrial environments requiring high-performance radiation shielding. Its exceptional density allows Almatin to deliver the same level of radiation absorption as lead while using significantly less material—resulting in compact, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.
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High-Energy Radiation Shielding (Nuclear, Medical & Industrial)
Provides superior attenuation for gamma and neutron radiation in high-risk environments. -
Counterbalance for Vibration Dampening
Enhances system stability by effectively reducing vibration and mechanical imbalance. -
Aircraft Control Surfaces
Ensures precise weight distribution for improved control and flight performance. -
Auto Racing Industry
Used for compact ballast solutions to optimize vehicle balance and handling. -
Boring Bars
Improves machining accuracy by minimizing vibration during deep-hole operations. -
Bucking Bars
Delivers high impact resistance and durability for heavy-duty riveting applications. -
Downhole Logging / Sinker Bars
Provides necessary weight and stability for accurate subsurface measurements. -
Engine Components
Supports thermal resistance and weight optimization in high-temperature environments. -
Firearms
Used in recoil management and balance-critical components. -
Golf Club Weights
Enables precise weight placement for improved swing performance and control. -
Helicopter Rotor Systems
Maintains rotor balance and vibration control under extreme operating conditions. -
Ship Ballasts
Offers compact, high-density weight solutions for marine stability and balance.
Tungsten Shielding Is a Great Lead-Free Alternative
We provide radiation shielding solutions to customers spanning multiple industries who take advantage of tungsten’s ability to attenuate and direct the flow of radiation.
Besides its technical effectiveness in shielding radiation, tungsten is a great lead-free alternative and is easier to dispose of after use.
Contact Lancs Industries for industry-specific, custom-made tungsten shielding solutions that ensure the highest standards of safety and accuracy in radiation protection.
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