X-Ray Lead Glass is a material used to shield x-ray imaging equipment, such as medical imaging devices and x-ray security systems. This type of glass is composed of lead oxide, a naturally occurring mineral with the chemical formula PbO. Lead glass can be made in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Overview
- Condition: New
Features:
- higher refractive index (up to 1.8 compared to 1.5 for lead-free glass)
- lower working temperature and lower viscosity