Tungsten Generator Shields

Tungsten Generator Shields

The tungsten generator shields contains a radioactive core loaded with an isotope called molybdenum 99, which decays to a daughter isotope, technetium 99m. This radioactive fluid is collected and diluted with sodium chloride, mixed with a range of diagnostic agents, and injected into patients. The radioactive substance collects in certain parts of the body and can be viewed by a gamma camera. The parent molybdenum 99 has a 2.75-day half-life, while the daughter isotope has a half-life of only 6 hours, minimizing its time in the body. 

Used for the on-site conversion of saline solutions into usable dosages of radiopharmaceuticals, Medi-RayTM's tungsten heavy alloy generator shields provide both the efficiency and the safety that is our hallmark.

Since introducing its first Technetium99 generator in 1972, Medi-RayTM has continued to perfect its tungsten heavy alloy generator shields designs and has become the recognized world leader in the manufacture of Technetium99 generators. 

Our physicists and engineers have over 34 years of expertise in designing and manufacturing the tungsten generator shields solutions to meet your needs.

Supplied with knurled and brass-threaded closures, leaded glass viewing windows, and our ergonomic non-slip finish, these tungsten generator shields provide the optimum solution for “milking” your generators.