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THERMAL CYCLING AND LEAKAGE TESTS OF 12-INCH SODIUM VALVES

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/4178755· OSTI ID:4178755
Tests of 12-in. scdium valves for use in the Hallam nuclear pcwer facility are descrihed. The valves were thermally cycled at 680 to 1100 tained F in a sodium loop and periodically examined for across-the-seat leakage. Results are tabulated. A discussion of testing procedure and recommendations is included. (J.R.D.)
Research Organization:
Atomics International. Div. of North American Aviation, Inc., Canoga Park, Calif.
NSA Number:
NSA-14-019057
OSTI ID:
4178755
Report Number(s):
NAA-SR-Memo-3961
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English