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A STUDY OF THE WEAR AND GALLING OF AUTOCLAVED ZIRCALOY-2 BY VARIOUS MATERIALS

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:4833685

A study was made to find a means of preventing damage to Zircaloy-2 process tubes by supports on fuel elements in pressurized water reactors. Twenty- four metals and alloys, four graphite grades, and four ceramic materials were tested on autoclaved Zircaloy-2 as prospective support materials. Of the materials tested, low-carbon steels appear to be best for application as fuel element supports. (D.L.C.)

Research Organization:
General Electric Co. Hanford Atomic Products Operation, Richland, Wash.
DOE Contract Number:
AT(45-1)-1350
NSA Number:
NSA-15-031127
OSTI ID:
4833685
Report Number(s):
HW-68195
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English