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Alloy 600 experience in nuclear once-through steam generators

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OSTI ID:5176494

Research studies and field data from the first operational Once-Through Steam Generators (OTSG's) shows the following: (1) volatile water treatment and 100 percent condensate polishing of feedwater have proven both practical and desirable in OTSG service. (2) Visual and nondestructive examination after extended power operation show the absence of corrosion related tube defects in Alloy 600 tubing previously reported for other systems. (3) Visual inspection confirms that OTSG cleanliness is maintained without blowdown.

Research Organization:
Babcock and Wilcox Co., Lynchburg, Va. (USA). Nuclear Power Generation Div.; Babcock - Brown Boveri Reaktor G.m.b.H., Mannheim (Germany, F.R.); Babcock and Wilcox Co., Alliance, Ohio (USA). Research and Development Div.
OSTI ID:
5176494
Report Number(s):
RDTPA-75-2; CONF-750270-1
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English