BARC/PUB/2013/0380

 
 

A novel and facile approach for the preparation of 133Ba source core, encapsulation and quality evaluation

 
     
 
Author(s)

Kumar, M.; Gandhi, S. S.; Nuwad, J.; Udhayakumar, J.; Dash, A.
(RPhD;ChD)

Source

Radiochimica Acta, 2013. Vol. 101 (3): pp. 195-203

ABSTRACT

This paper describes a facile and effective method to prepare 133Ba source exploiting the intrinsic  properties of the anodized titanium to electro-deposit 133Ba from an aqueous solution. The process consists of anodization of Ti rod [4.8mm (∅) × 10 mm (l)] to create a reactive surface to permit cathodic electrodeposition of 133Ba from an aqueous solution. The factors that influence the electrodeposition of 133Ba onto the anodized titanium substrate were identified and a careful control has been exercised to ensure optimum deposition of 133Ba activity onto the substrate. The morphology of the electrodeposited samples were examined by SEM and EDS analyses. Sources containing ˜3.7–11.1MBq (0.1–0.3mCi) 133Ba were prepared, encapsulated successfully in titanium capsules and subjected to quality control tests to ensure compliance with mandatory regulatory safety requirements.

 
 
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