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Grinding Wheels: Thorium, Thallium present?

General Discussion

I have black grinding wheels manufactured by Carbochim, Romania, the type is Carborec. These wheels seem to contain tiny amounts of Thallium 208, if so, possibly as part of the Thorium decay process.

Can anyone confirm this? Thanks!

Posted Feb 26, 2026, 2:04 PM UTC

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