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High-Purity Helium in Healthcare: Powering MRI Machines & Saving Lives

 

Why MRI Scanners Need Liquid Helium

Superconducting magnet cooling to 4.2K (-269°C).
1,500-2,000 liters per scanner (cost: $30,000+).

 

Purity Requirements (ISO 8573-1:2010)

99.999% He to prevent magnet “quenching”.
Oxygen/moisture limits: <1 ppm.

 

Helium Shortage Impact on Hospitals

Scanner downtime risks (300+ clinics affected in 2022).
Cost escalation: $40+/liter in shortages.

 

Mitigation Strategies

Zero-boil-off (ZBO) magnet designs.
Helium recapture systems during refills.

 

The Future: Alternatives & Innovations

High-temperature superconductors (NioMRI).
AI-enhanced helium recycling.


Post time: Jul-08-2025