Neutralization of steam generator denting. Volume 1. Final report. [PWR]
Technical Report
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OSTI ID:5282259
This report deals with experimental laboratory work, the purpose of which was to reproduce the denting phenomenon observed in some steam generator heat transfer tubing and then to determine the effectiveness of selected candidate additives with regard to their ability to inhibit the denting phenomenon. Denting was shown to be dependent on a synergism between materials, oxidants, chloride, crevice geometry, superheats and temperature. A reference denting environment was developed and candidate inhibitors to this environment were subsequently added in an attempt to prevent and/or stop the denting process. Boric acid applications in a soak/on-line mode were found to be completely effective with no indications of deleterious side effects. Boric acid has been recommended for field application on a plant-specific basis. Calcium hydroxide and sodium phosphate additions in an on-line mode were effective inhibitors.
- Research Organization:
- Westinghouse Electric Corp., Pittsburgh, PA (USA). Nuclear Technology Div.
- OSTI ID:
- 5282259
- Report Number(s):
- EPRI-NP-3023-Vol.1; ON: DE84920043
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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