Lead Glass (also known as Leaded Glass or Leaded X-Ray Glass) is primarily used in the medical and healthcare industry because of its excellent shielding properties against X-Ray and Gamma Rays. Lead Glass provides high visibility hence allowing transparent observation of patients in conditions where ionizing radiation is used. Lead Glass also finds use in industrial, commercial and nuclear applications.
The selection of the right kind of lead glass would depend on considerations like the distance from the medical device, kind of radiation and the level of exposure.