Description
GAGG(Ce) Scintillation Crystal
The GAGG(Ce) Scintillation Crystal is a promising new material for the nuclear medicine community. It excels in applications requiring high density and superior energy resolution. This crystal is a primary choice for modern Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) and Compton electron detection.
Core Material Advantages
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Exceptional Brightness: This material offers a very high photon yield. It provides the signal strength needed for precise medical imaging.
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Optimal Spectral Match: The emission peak at 520 nm aligns with the peak efficiency of SiPM detectors. This ensures high-quality data collection.
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Environmental Robustness: The crystal is non-hygroscopic and chemically stable. It maintains its performance across various laboratory conditions.
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Superior Resolution: It delivers the high energy resolution required for accurate gamma spectroscopy and nuclide identification.
Advanced Detection Technology
Our crystals provide the precision required for elite medical imaging and nuclear research.
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High Stopping Power: The high density of the material ensures efficient absorption of gamma rays in compact detector designs.
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Advanced Readout Compatibility: This material is specifically engineered for modern solid-state photosensors.
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Consistent Performance: Optimized growth processes ensure high clarity and a clear signal-to-noise ratio. For more information on GAGG-based detectors, you can visit the IEEE Nuclear & Plasma Sciences Society.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
| Density | $6.63\text{ g/cm}^3$ |
| Light Yield | $50,000\text{–}60,000\text{ photons/MeV}$ |
| Decay Time | $\sim 88\text{ ns}$ (Primary component) |
| Peak Emission | $520\text{ nm}$ |
| Refractive Index | $1.9$ |
| Energy Resolution | $< 5\text{% @ 662 keV}$ |
Main Applications of GAGG(Ce) Scintillation Crystal
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Medical Imaging: Core component for high-performance CT, PET, and SPECT scanners.
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Gamma Spectroscopy: Precise identification of radioactive isotopes.
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Compton Detection: Tracking Compton electron interactions in advanced physics experiments.
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Security Scanning: High-sensitivity detection for radiation monitoring systems.
Why Choose X-Z LAB?
We optimize every GAGG(Ce) Scintillation Crystal to provide meaningful data for your medical and scientific projects. Our production standards ensure the highest purity and optimized surface treatments for maximum light collection. Please review our LuAG(Pr) crystals if your application requires a faster decay time for time-of-flight imaging.
