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Standard Thyroid Collar

The standard radiation thyroid collar is designed to fit higher along the neck while providing complete coverage of the thyroid against x-ray radiation.

Tags: Apron Best seller Thyroid CollarCategories: Lead Accessories, Radiation ProtectionSKU: AP-TCS

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Product Information

Features

Sits higher on the neck, providing excellent thyroid coverage
Velcro, Magnetic or Buckle closures allow for adjustability
Custom Sizing also available, contact us for info

Made in the USA

Fully Customizable

CE Certified

Standard Thyroid Collar Characteristics

Core Material Options: Lead, Prolite, Premier or Nano
Thickness: 0.50mm LE
Attachment Options: Loose, Clip or Keyring
Closure Options: Velcro, Magnets or Buckle

CE Certified: Yes
Customizations: Embroidery
Fabric Options: All fabric types (Click here to view)
Sizing:* Small (12-14″); Medium (15-16″); Large (17″+)
*Neck Circumference

Thyroid Collar Attenuation

The chart below shows our Average Core material attenuation across multiple kV levels and thicknesses (includes Lead, Prolite, Premier and Nano). For more information on our core materials, please see our Core Materials page.

LEAD EQUIVALENCE	50kVp	70kVp	90kVp	110kVp
0.25mm LE	97%	94%	89%	85%
0.35mm LE	98%	97%	94%	91%
0.50mm LE	100%	99%	97%	95%

Compliance Standards

Intended Use: Lead Garments are worn by healthcare professionals to protect them from the harmful effects of x-ray radiation during medical & other procedures requiring the use of x-ray/fluoroscopy. Lead garments are usually worn in combination with other products to provide complete protection from x-ray. You must ensure that your lead garment fits correctly and is properly worn for effective protection.

EN 61331-1:2014: (EU) Protective devices against diagnostic Medical X-ray radiation. (Determination of attenuation properties of material)
EN 61331-3:2014: (EU) Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation Part 3: Protective clothing, Eyewear and Protective Patient shields.
ASTM 2547-18: (USA) Standard test method for determining the attenuation properties in a primary x-ray beam of materials used against radiation.

Maintaining Your Thyroid Collar

Storage: Keep Lead Garment out of direct sunlight and prolonged exposure to extreme heat. Store at 70-80°F (21-27°C). Temperature limits are approximately 60-100°F (16-38°C). You may roll Lead Garment and transport in a Protech duffle bag or box, but never sharply fold or crease your Lead Garment. Always store Lead Garment on an appropriate metal hanger or lay flat on the ground or a countertop if hanger is not available.

Maintenance: Lead Garment fabrics can be cleaned by hand using mild soap diluted with room temperature water. Clorox hydrogen peroxide in diluted form is permissible. PDI Sani-Cloth® AF3 Germicidal Disposable Wipes are approved for use on Protech aprons.

Disposal: Users must dispose of Lead Garments and accessories by complying with local, state and federal (or international) regulations where applicable.

Warranty: Protech’s Lead Garments are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship to the original purchaser for two years. If a defect appears, please contact us or an authorized reseller to begin the RMA process. You can also go directly to our Return Merchandise Form and begin the return process.

The warranty is void when the product has been tampered with, when repairs or attempted repairs have been made by unauthorized persons, or when the item has been subject to misuse, abuse or damage in transit. For more information on Returns, Repairs and Warranty, please visit our Shipping, Warranty and Returns page.

Lead Garment Resources

Instructions for Use