Study of magnetic filtration applications to the primary and secondary systems of PWR plants. Final report
- 1 May 1978
- report
- Published by Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI)
Abstract
A comprehensive state-of-the-art review of magnetic filtration has been made with the emphasis on the applications of the technology to nuclear power plant fluid systems. Conceptual designs for six potential applications are described and evaluated on the basis of their potential cost effectiveness. Three systems configurations (one for primary coolant filtration and two for secondary coolant filtration) were selected as having high potential. Application to the primary coolant is predicted to reduce the plant radioactivity from deposited crud by at least a factor of two. In the secondary side, a 75 to 85 percent reduction in sludge accumulation in the steam generators is possible, with the attendant reduction in the probability of steam generator corrosion problems. Specific test programs under realistic plant conditions for both primary and secondary applications are recommended.Keywords
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