Yttrium Silicate Lutetium (LYSO) Description
Yttrium Silicate Lutetium (LYSO) is an inorganic compound primarily utilized as a scintillator crystal. The chemical formula for LYSO is Lu2(1-x)Y2xSiO5. It is widely employed in constructing electromagnetic calorimeters in particle physics experiments. LYSO crystals are known for their high light output, high density, fast decay time, and exceptional energy resolution.
Yttrium Silicate Lutetium (LYSO) Specifications
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Density (g/cm3)
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4.44-7.4
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Effective Atomic Number
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66
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Radiation length(cm)
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1.1
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Decay Constant (ns)
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40-44
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Peak Emission (nm)
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428
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Light Yield (Relative BGO=100%)
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190
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Index of Refraction
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1.82
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Peak excitation (nm)
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375
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Radiation Hardness (rad)
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>106
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Melting Point (°C)
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2050
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Hardness (Mohs)
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5.8
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Yttrium Silicate Lutetium (LYSO) Applications
- Medical Imaging: Extensively used in PET scanners due to its high efficiency and rapid response time, which contributes to sharp and accurate imaging for medical diagnostics.
- High-Energy Physics: Utilized in particle detectors for the identification and measurement of high-energy particles in research and experimental settings.
- Security Scanning: Applied in security and customs scanning systems to detect illicit materials and contraband through high-resolution imaging.
- Industrial Applications: Used in non-destructive testing and quality control processes that require precise radiation detection.
Yttrium Silicate Lutetium (LYSO) Packaging
Our Yttrium Silicate Lutetium (LYSO) is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
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