With respect to Radiation Protection , a sealed source is a source of Ionising Radiation in the form of Radioactive material which is encapsulated. Sealed radioactive material can not escape and will not cause a Contamination hazard. Sealed sources are used in irradiators (food, products, blood), and thickness & level gauges. The activity of the s.... Found on http://www.ionactive.co.uk/glossary_atoz.html?s=az&t=s