CY5144 LSO:Ce Scintillator Crystal

LSO:Ce Scintillator Crystal Description

LSO:Ce Scintillator Crystal is a material commonly used in radiation detection and imaging applications. It is a scintillation crystal that glows when exposed to ionizing radiation such as gamma rays or X-rays. The light is then detected and converted into electrical signals, which can be used to generate images or detect the presence of radiation.  LSO has several advantages over other scintillation materials, including higher light output, faster decay time, excellent energy resolution, low afterglow, and high density. As a result, LSO crystals are commonly used in medical imaging equipment such as PET scanners, as well as in security and environmental monitoring applications.

LSO:Ce Scintillator Crystal Specifications

LSO:Ce Scintillator Crystal Application

1. Positron Emission Tomography (PET) detectors: LSO:Ce crystals are commonly used in PET scanners as detectors to detect the annihilation photons produced during the decay of positron-emitting radionuclides.

2. Gamma-ray detection: LSO:Ce crystals are also used in gamma-ray spectrometry devices. These crystals can efficiently detect and measure gamma-ray photons emitted by various radioactive sources.

3. X-ray computed tomography (CT): LSO:Ce crystals can be used as scintillation detectors in CT scanners.

4. High-energy physics experiments: LSO:Ce crystals have been used in particle physics experiments for the detection of high-energy particles and the measurement of their energies.

5. Homeland security: LSO:Ce crystals are employed in radiation detectors at airports, ports, and other security checkpoints to screen for radioactive materials. Their sensitivity and energy resolution help identify potential threats and ensure public safety.

LSO:Ce Scintillator Crystal Packaging

Our LSO:Ce Scintillator Crystal is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.