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BGO Scintillator Crystal | High-Density Gamma-Ray Detector Material

BGO Scintillator Crystal | High-Density Gamma-Ray Detector Material

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Bismuth Germanate (BGO) scintillator crystals are engineered for high-performance radiation and gamma-ray detection. With exceptional density, excellent energy resolution, and fast decay time, BGO crystals are ideal for medical imaging systems (PET, CT), nuclear spectroscopy, and industrial radiation monitoring.

Featuring superior stopping power and low afterglow, BGO scintillators deliver accurate pulse-height resolution, stable light output, and precise timing performance. Each crystal can be custom-fabricated to match your detector geometry and performance requirements, ensuring perfect integration into your system.

Trusted by research laboratories, OEM manufacturers, and scientific institutions, our BGO crystals are sourced for long-term reliability and consistent optical quality—even under demanding environmental conditions.

Key Specifications:

  • Material: Bismuth Germanate (Bi₄Ge₃O₁₂)
  • Decay Time: ~300 ns
  • Light Yield: ~8,500 photons/MeV
  • Density: 7.13 g/cm³
  • Emission Peak: ~480 nm
  • Custom Dimensions Available

Enhance your detection system with high-quality BGO scintillators designed for precision and durability.

Frequently Asked Questions — BGO Scintillator Crystal

What is a BGO scintillator crystal?
BGO (Bismuth Germanate, Bi₄Ge₃O₁₂) is a high-density inorganic scintillator widely used for gamma-ray and radiation detection. Its strong stopping power and low afterglow make it suitable for medical imaging and nuclear applications.
What are the main advantages of BGO?
BGO offers very high density, excellent gamma-ray absorption efficiency, good energy resolution, low afterglow, and stable light output under long-term operation.
How does BGO compare to NaI(Tl) or CsI(Tl)?
Compared with NaI(Tl) and CsI(Tl), BGO has much higher density and stopping power but lower light yield. It is preferred when detection efficiency and compact detector size are more important than maximum light output.
What is the decay time and emission wavelength of BGO?
BGO has a typical decay time of ~300 ns and emits light with a peak around 480 nm, compatible with PMTs and silicon-based photodetectors.
Is BGO hygroscopic?
No. BGO is non-hygroscopic, making it easier to handle and integrate compared with NaI-based scintillators.
What applications commonly use BGO crystals?
PET and CT imaging, nuclear spectroscopy, high-energy physics detectors, industrial radiation monitoring, and space or defense-related radiation systems.
Do you offer custom sizes and surface finishes?
Yes. BGO crystals can be supplied as blocks, plates, pixels, or custom geometries, with optical polishing and surface treatments to match your detector design.
Are your BGO crystals suitable for research and OEM use?
Absolutely. Our BGO scintillators are supplied to universities, research institutes, and OEM manufacturers with consistent quality and long-term reliability.

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