Iridium-192 Sealed Sources for Gamma Radiography.
7 Questions to Ask Before Buying Ir-192
QSA Global, Inc. is the world-leading supplier of Iridium-192 (Ir-192) sealed radioisotope sources to the industrial gamma radiography industry. Our exclusive and diversified supply chain ensures a reliable, long-term supply of Ir-192 to our customers.
Our Ir-192 radioisotope sources are available up to 240 Ci (8.88 TBq) activity. Custom activities may be ordered to meet your specific application needs.
Ir-192 is designated for use within the steel thickness range of 0.39 in-3.54 in (10 mm-90 mm) per ISO 5579:2013.
Ir-192 Attenuation Data
Iridium is used throughout the industrial gamma radiography industry to detect structural damage to metal parts. Radiographers use QSA Global, Inc.’s Ir-192 sealed sources to perform gamma radiography on materials such as pipeline welds, castings, and forgings.
| Material | Material Density | Half-Value Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete | ~2.35 g/cm3 | ~1.7 in (43.2 mm) |
| Steel | ~7.80 g/cm3 | ~0.512 in (13.0 mm) |
| Lead | ~11.34 g/cm3 | ~0.200 in (5.1 mm) |
| Tungsten | ~17.80 g/cm3 | ~0.130 in (3.3 mm) |
Ir-192 Key Specifications
QSA Global, Inc.’s Ir-192 sealed sources are double-encapsulated and laser welded for superior quality and safety. Natural and enriched Ir-192 sources are constructed using iridium metal discs or pellets of uniform size in a welded stainless steel capsule. Utilizing enriched Ir-192 produces smaller focal sizes for optimum image quality.
Compatible Gamma-Ray Source Projectors
880 Series Delta
The most preferred gamma-ray source projector on the market.
| Assembly | A424-9 |
| Max Activity | 150 Ci (5.55 TBq) |
| Special Form | View Certificate |
880 Series Elite
| Assembly | A424-9 |
| Max Activity | 50 Ci (1.85 TBq) |
| Special Form | View Certificate |
880 Series Omega
| Assembly | A424-9 |
| Max Activity | 15 Ci (0.55 TBq) |
| Special Form | View Certificate |
989M SCAR
| Assembly | 875 |
| Max Activity | 81 Ci (3.00 TBq) |
| Special Form | View Certificate |
865
| Assembly | 86520 |
| Max Activity | 240 Ci (8.88 TBq) |
| Special Form | View Certificate |
Ir-192 Transportation & Source Loading
Transporting Ir-192
QSA Global, Inc. distributes radioisotope sources worldwide by utilizing the industry’s largest fleet of source changers. Source changers are available to deliver a single source up to ten sources in a container for device reloads at your facility or at one of QSA Global, Inc.'s authorized service centers.
Loading & Unloading
QSA Global, Inc. offers a variety of options for Ir-192 source changes to minimize downtime of your assets. QSA Global, Inc. and our authorized distributors can reload your Ir-192 device at local facilities around the world by trained technicians or sources can be delivered directly to your facility for reload by your trained technicians.
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