Tungsten Alloy Protection Blocks

1. What Are Tungsten Alloy Protection Blocks?
Tungsten alloy protection blocks are block-shaped radiation shielding components manufactured from high-density tungsten alloy through powder metallurgy and precision machining, primarily used for localized shielding of X-rays and γ-rays. With atomic number of 74 and density of 16.7–18.8 g/cm³, tungsten alloy effectively attenuates photon radiation through mechanisms including photoelectric effect and Compton scattering. CTIA’s tungsten alloy protection blocks feature high shielding efficiency, and lead-free composition, supporting fixed, localized, and modular radiation shielding in medical, nuclear, and scientific applications.

2. Features of CTIA’s Tungsten Alloy Protection Blocks
(1) Effective Radiation Shielding: High density and high atomic number provide strong attenuation of X-rays and γ-rays, enabling effective shielding within limited spaces.
(2) High Strength and Durability: Tensile strength typically reaches 700–1000 MPa, providing good impact and deformation resistance for long-term fixed or frequent mobile use.
(3) Flexible Precision Machining: Supports cutting, milling, drilling, grinding, and other precision processes to create through-holes, counterbores, threaded holes, locating grooves, steps, and curved surfaces.
(4) Dimensional Stability: Thermal expansion coefficient is typically 4.5–6.0×10⁻⁶/K, resulting in minimal dimensional change with temperature variation and helping maintain installation accuracy of shielding structures.
(5) Lead-Free and Environmentally Safer: Free of lead and other toxic heavy metals, avoiding environmental risks associated with lead during use and disposal, and suitable for medical, research, and industrial settings with environmental requirements.

3. Applications of CTIA’s Tungsten Alloy Protection Blocks
(1) Medical: Used for localized shielding and mobile protection in nuclear medicine dispensing stations, radiation source handling areas, CT and X-ray equipment, reducing radiation exposure to operators and surrounding areas.
(2) Industrial Non-Destructive Testing: Used for localized shielding in X-ray and γ-ray inspection rooms and field radiography to reduce scattered radiation and exposure in non-target areas.
(3) Nuclear Industry and Scientific Research: Used for localized and temporary shielding in radioactive source storage, nuclear facility maintenance, hot cells, particle accelerators, and radioactive waste handling.
(4) Security Screening and Radiation Monitoring: Used for detector shielding, collimation, and localized protection in baggage and vehicle X-ray inspection equipment and radiation monitoring systems.
(5) Laboratory: Used for localized shielding in isotope experiments, X-ray experiments, and research equipment, allowing flexible configuration according to laboratory space and radiation field distribution.

4. Specifications of CTIA’s Tungsten Alloy Protection Blocks
(1) Materials: W-Ni-Fe, W-Ni-Cu
(2) Grades: 90WNiFe, 92.5WNiFe, 95WNiFe, 97WNiFe, etc.
(3) Density: 16.7–18.8 g/cm³
(4) Structures: Perforated blocks, stepped blocks, interlocking blocks, customizable
(5) Dimensions: Length, width, thickness, aperture, groove, and mounting dimensions customizable

With nearly 30 years of tungsten alloy manufacturing experience, CTIA GROUP specializes in precision machining of high-density tungsten alloy shielding components. Tungsten alloy protection blocks are available in customized structures, dimensions, and machining tolerances for medical equipment, nuclear technology, industrial inspection, scientific research, and security screening, supporting localized radiation shielding, modular installation, and precision assembly.

For any inquiry, please contact tungsten alloy manufacturer: CTIA GROUP

Email: sales@chinatungsten.com

Tel: 0086 592 5129696 / 0086 592 5129595

Website: tungsten-alloy.com

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