NaI

ceramic
· NaI

Sodium iodide (NaI) is an ionic ceramic compound formed from sodium and iodine, belonging to the halide salt family with a rock-salt crystal structure. It is primarily used as a scintillation detector material in radiation detection systems, where its high stopping power for gamma rays and excellent light output make it the standard choice for medical imaging (PET/SPECT scanners), nuclear spectroscopy, and radiation monitoring equipment. NaI is valued for its superior energy resolution and detection efficiency compared to alternatives like plastic scintillators, though it requires careful handling due to hygroscopic properties and is often used in thallium-doped form (NaI:Tl) to enhance luminescence efficiency.

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Compliance & Regulations

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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)3 entries
Pa
Pa
Pa
Elastic Compliance Tensor(Sij)
Matrix (redacted)
1/GPa
Elastic Anisotropy(AU)
-
Elastic Stiffness Tensor(Cij)
Matrix (redacted)
Pa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)2 entries
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-
Shear Modulus(G)3 entries
Pa
Pa
Pa
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)2 entries
eV
eV
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr)3 entries
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median of 2 measurements
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Electronic Dielectric Tensor(ε∞)
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Total Dielectric Tensor(ε)
Matrix (redacted)
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Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
Piezoelectric Modulus(eij)
C/m²
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)2 entries
eV/atom
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.