RT 305 RADIATION PROTECTIVE APPAREL & LEAD EQUIVALENCIES

PA: Standard Lead Apron (lightweight)

SLE: 0.25 mm Pb

General diagnostic radiographyA; attenuates ≈ 66% of beam at 75text kVp.

PA: Standard Lead Apron (heavy)

SLE: 0.5 mm Pb

Fluoroscopy, interventional suites, and mobile X-ray; attenuates ≈ 88% - 99% of scatter at 75 kVp. Required minimum when standing near primary beam.

PA: Heavy-Duty Lead Apron (heavy)

SLE: 1.0 mm Pb

High-energy specialized procedures or primary beam shielding; rarely worn for extended periods due to weight.

PA: Thyroid Shield

SLE: 0.5 mm Pb

Required during fluoroscopy and interventional procedures to protect the radiation-sensitive thyroid gland.

PA: Protective Lead Gloves

SLE: 0.25 mm to 0.5 mm Pb

Used when hands must be near the scatter field during patient positioning/fluoroscopy.

PA: Lead Glasses/ Eyewear

SLE: 0.35 mm to 0.75 mm Pb

Protects the lens of the eye from scatter radiation to prevent radiation-induced cataracts.

PA: Protective Lead Cap

SLE: 0.25 mm to 0.5 mm Pb

Used in high-volume interventional labs to shield the brain from low-dose scatter.

PA: Flexible Table Skirt (Drape)

SLE: 0.25 mm to 0.5 mm Pb

Hangs between the fluoroscopy table and the floor to block scatter radiation coming from under the patient.

PA: Mobile Lead Shield/Barrier

SLE: 1.0 mm to 2.0 mm Pb

Secondary barrier for technologists during bedside radiography, C-arm, or fluoroscopy.