In-service chemical diagnostics of WWER-1000 steam generator

A chemical diagnostics subsystem is proposed for WWER-1000 steam generators. It consists of two parts. The analytical module serves indirect examination of the effect of the water chemistry of the steam generator secondary side on the structural materials involved. Samples are analyzed for the presence of corrosion-aggressive substances, which can cause or accelerate corrosion damage, and of corrosion products. The quantities measured include electrolytic conductance, pH value, redox potential and oxygen content and concentrations of selected anions. The other part of the chemical diagnostics subsystem provides direct measurement of the degree of salt concentration in the steam generator water by means of microconductivity sensors. Each steam generator should be equipped with three sensors. (Z.M.). 2 figs