Published 1976 | Version v1
Journal article

Steam-generator tube failures: world experience in water-cooled nuclear power reactors in 1974

Creators

  • 1. Atomic Energy of Canada, Ltd., Chalk River, Ont.

Description

Steam-generator tube failures were reported at 25 of 59 water-cooled nuclear power reactors surveyed in 1974, compared to 11 of 49 in 1973. A summary is presented of these failures, most of which, where the cause is known, were the result of corrosion. Water chemistry control, inspection and repair procedures, and failure rates are discussed

Additional details

Publishing Information

Journal Title
Nucl. Saf.
Journal Volume
17
Journal Issue
2
Series
Nucl. Saf.
Journal Page Range
231-241

INIS

Country of Publication
United States
Country of Input or Organization
United States
INIS RN
7260912
Subject category
S22: GENERAL STUDIES OF NUCLEAR REACTORS;
Descriptors DEI
DATA; FAILURES; LEAKS; NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS; REVIEWS; STEAM GENERATORS; TUBES; WATER COOLED REACTORS
Descriptors DEC
BOILERS; DOCUMENT TYPES; INFORMATION; NUCLEAR FACILITIES; POWER PLANTS; REACTORS; THERMAL POWER PLANTS; VAPOR GENERATORS