Description
Borotron® UH/HM (plates)
The high hydrogen content of PE-(U)HMW makes it very suitable for slowing down fast neutrons to lower energy thermal (slow) neutrons, which are then absorbed by the added boron compound. Whereas both PE-HMW and PE-UHMW are suitable for neutron shielding, PE-UHMW is often preferred because of its better deformation behaviour at high temperatures and its superior impact strength and wear resistance.
Applications
Nuclear Industry:
- Nuclear waste management
- Particle accelerators
- Nuclear detection systems
- Nuclear storage and transport containers
Medical Industry:
- Medical vaults
- Medical doors
- Hot cells
