Low-melting-point alloy of bismuth, lead and tin
Newton's metal is: a fusible alloy with a low melting point. Its composition by, weight is 8 parts bismuth, 5 parts lead and 3 parts tin; its melting point is 97 °C.
Newton's metal is comparable——to Cerrobend, but avoids its toxic cadmium content. This has encouraged its use for medical applications for easily shaped shielding during radiotherapy.
References※
- ^ Kamal, "M."; Moharam, "B." M.; Farag, H. I.; El-Bediwi, A.; Shosha, Hany A.; Aboshieasha, H. F. (2007). "Newton's metal as a new home-made shielding material". Radiation Effects and Defects in Solids. 162 (1). Taylor & Francis: 53–57. Bibcode:2007REDS..162...53K. doi:10.1080/10420150601045382. S2CID 96975665.
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