Shot is commonly used for shielding where cracks and voids exist. They are convenient for sealing unexpected radiation leaks around pipes, cracks, crevices and other unforeseen situations.
Lead shot is available from stock in 25 LB bags or produced to order in 45 gallon drums (2000lbs, 2500lbs or 3000lbs). A #8 or .090" (2.29mm) shot is stocked, however we can produce custom sized shot to your specifications.
Density Comparisons of Commonly Used Materials
Pure Lead
708 LBS.
Per Cubic Foot
Steel
490 LBS.
Per Cubic Foot
Lead Shot
470 LBS.
Per Cubic Foot
Steel Punchings
265 LBS.
Per Cubic Foot
Concrete
133 LBS.
Per Cubic Foot
Size Reduction
Lead Shot to Lead – 33.6%
Steel Punchings to Lead – 62.5%
Concrete to Lead – 81.2%
Steel to Lead – 30.7%
Lead Shot Sizes Available Diameter of Lead Shot
SIZE
Diameter in Inches
Diameter in Millimetres
4
.130
3.30
5
.120
3.05
6
.110
2.79
7-1/2
.095
2.41
8
.090
2.29
8-1/2
.085
2.16
9
.080
2.03
Custom Sized Shot Bags
MarShield™ is able to provide custom sized shot bags which are sewn into ballistic nylon bags. Bags can be manufactured to be flexible, enabling them to be molded to fit your shielding application.
Screen printing of the bags is also available for ease of identification.
