Iridium 192 (Ir-192)Optimal SharpnessThe iridium is centred in the pellets, and their thickness is selected for the best geometry. The pellets do not deform due to reactor irradiation. That’s why Agiris™ sources provide optimal image sharpness.

Tailored to Customer NeedsUsing a combination of pellets, the source can be manufactured with an active diameter ranging from 0.5 to 4 mm, and a height ranging from 0.33 to 4 mm. Using just one pellet, or combining several of them, enables the versatility to make customers’ sources to the exact dimensions and activities that they require for their specific applications.

DescriptionSimple or double stainless steel capsule containing Ir-192 pellets.

Specifications• Source: high purity iridium >99.9%• Capsule: welded stainless steel

(AISI 316L)• Half-life: 73.831 days

Delivery Time3 to 7 days (except 4 mm, which is available only on request with the delivery time depending on reactor schedule).

Source DisposalFor each source purchased, Agiris will provide free disposal of one source.

Radiation Energies in MeVGamma Beta0.205 (3.4%) 0.25 (5.4%)0.296 (29.3%) 0.53 (43.0%)0.308 (31.0%) 0.67 (47.0%)0.316 (86.1%)0.468 (50.0%)0.484 (3.1%)0.589 (4.6%)0.604 (8.9%)0.612 (5.5%)

Air Kerma Rate at 1 meter:4.28 mGy/h for 37 GBq(exposure rate at 1 meter:0.49 R/h for 1 Ci)

Ir-192 Capsules Certificate Material Type Material Authorized Activity ISO Code AFNOR Code Special Form

G1 Stainless Steel AISI 316L 7400 GBq (200 Ci) C64545 C64545ic* B/014/S-96

G3 Stainless Steel AISI 316L 18500 GBq (500 Ci) C64545 C64545ic* B/015/S-96

G4 Stainless Steel AISI 316L 18500 GBq (500 Ci) C64445 C64445ic* B/013/S-96

G6 Stainless Steel AISI 316L 7400 GBq (200 Ci) C64445 C64445ic* B/012/S-96

G10 Stainless Steel AISI 316L 7400 GBq (200 Ci) C64445 C64445ic* B/018/S-96

G21 Stainless Steel AISI 316L 7400 GBq (200 Ci) C64545 C64545ic* B/020/S-96

*i: fire tests up to 1200°C – c: corrosion tests

Maximum Focal Spot Size Achievable

Active Diameter Active Height Output Activiy*

0.5 mm 0.5 mm 44 GBq (1.2 Ci)

0.6 mm 0.6 mm 81 GBq (2.2 Ci)

1.0 mm 0.5 mm 178 GBq (4.8 Ci)

1.0 mm 1.0 mm 296 GBq (8 Ci)

1.2 mm 0.8 mm 333 GBq (9 Ci)

1.2 mm 1.2 mm 481 GBq (13 Ci)

1.2 mm 1.6 mm 629 GBq (17 Ci)

2.0 mm 0.99 mm 1184 GBq (32 Ci)

2.0 mm 1.32 mm 1554 GBq (42 Ci)

2.0 mm 1.65 mm 1887 GBq (51 Ci)

2.0 mm 1.98 mm 2220 GBq (60 Ci)

2.0 mm 2.31 mm 2479 GBq (67 Ci)

Maximum Focal Spot Size (continued)

Active Diameter Active Height Output Activiy*

2.0 mm 2.64 mm 2849 GBq (77 Ci)

2.0 mm 2.97 mm 3219 GBq (87 Ci)

3.0 mm 0.99 mm 2405 GBq (65 Ci)

3.0 mm 1.32 mm 2997 GBq (81 Ci)

3.0 mm 1.65 mm 3700 GBq (100 Ci)

3.0 mm 1.98 mm 4329 GBq (117 Ci)

3.0 mm 2.31 mm 4995 GBq (135 Ci)

3.0 mm 2.64 mm 5550 GBq (150 Ci)

3.0 mm 2.97 mm 6290 GBq (170 Ci)

4.0 mm 3.0 mm 9065 GBq (245 Ci)

4.0 mm 3.5 mm 9990 GBq (270 Ci)

4.0 mm 4.0 mm 11470 GBq (310 Ci)

MDS is a trademark of MDS Inc., used under license by MDS (Canada) Inc. MDS Nordion division. Nordion and Agiris are trademarks of MDS (Canada) Inc. All rights reserved. © 2008, Printed in Canada. PCCS 389

BelgiumMDS Nordion S.A.Zoning IndustrielAvenue de l’EspéranceB-6220 Fleurus, BelgiumTel: +32 71 82 35 71Fax: +32 71 82 36 71supportsources@mds.nordion.be

CanadaMDS Nordion447 March RoadOttawa, ON, Canada K2K 1X8Tel: +1 613 592 2790Fax: +1 613 592 6937www.mdsnordion.com