IntroductionTailin hot cells combine synthesis and dispensing in a single contained unit designed for radiopharmaceutical production. The system provides lead-equivalent shielding, biological cleanliness, and a cGMP-compliant sterile environment, with design and controls aligned to ICRP radiation safety guidance for handling high-activity isotopes.
Features- Sterility assurance: H14 HEPA filters; integrated vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VH2O2) sterilizer; GMP-compliant inflatable silicone seals; fully enclosed physical barrier; real-time environmental monitoring.
- Automatic leak testing for chamber integrity.
- Glove integrity testing with rapid detection of breaches.
- Data management: industrial PC with Siemens PLC; multi-level logins, audit trail and e-signature functions compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11; continuous recording for full traceability.
- Ergonomic layout to optimize operator workflow and reduce handling time.
- Accessible design for routine maintenance and decontamination.
- Customization: modular construction with optional lead shielding equivalent from 10 mm to 120 mm based on radionuclide dose requirements.
Highlights- Maximized efficiency: integrated synthesis-to-dispensing workflow reduces transfer steps and exposure time.
- Operator safety: advanced shielding and isolation enable handling of high-activity isotopes with reduced dose risk.
- GMP-ready controls: intelligent automation and real-time monitoring support regulatory compliance and reproducible results.
Applications- Processing of radionuclides: 99mTc, 125I, 131I, 14C, 68Ga, 177Lu, 18F, 90Y, 225Ac, 89Sr, 89Zr.
- Radiopharmaceutical R&D and method development.
- Clinical and commercial radiopharmaceutical production.
- Nuclear medicine departments and radiopharmacies.
- Scientific and research institutions requiring contained radiochemistry workflows.
Technical specifications- Airflow: synthesis compartment — turbulent flow; dispensing compartment — vertical unidirectional laminar flow.
- Control system: Siemens PLC control with 12" Siemens industrial panel PC.
- Power supply: AC 380 V, 50 Hz.
- Sterilization killing rate: 6 log6.
- Noise: maximum operating noise <75 dB(A).
- VH2O2 leakage: <1 ppm around production area during sterilization.
- Lighting: 500 lux inside chamber, LED source.
- Shielding performance: dose rate ≤25 µSv/h at 30 cm from any operator-facing surface (dependent on radionuclide and configuration).
- Cleanliness: GMP Grade A for critical zones.
- Chamber tightness: at test pressure (2× working pressure) leakage <0.5% of chamber volume per hour.
- Customization: systems can be configured to user specifications, including shielding thickness, pass-throughs, and automation options.