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Experience with palladium diffusers in tritium processing

Journal Article · · Fusion Technology
OSTI ID:196680
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  1. Westinghouse Savannah River Co., Aiken, SC (United States)

Hydrogen isotopes are separated from other gases by permeation through palladium and palladium-silver alloy diffusers, or permeators, in the Tritium Facilities at the US Department of Energy Savannah River Site (SRS). Diffusers have provided effective service for almost 40 years. This paper is an overview of the operational experience with the various diffuser types that have been employed at SRS. Alternative technologies being developed at SRS for purifying hydrogen isotopes are also discussed. 8 refs., 6 figs.

OSTI ID:
196680
Report Number(s):
CONF-950506--
Journal Information:
Fusion Technology, Journal Name: Fusion Technology Journal Issue: 3 pt 1 Vol. 28; ISSN 0748-1896; ISSN FUSTE8
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English