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Study of the evolution of a semi-open cooling circuit

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Title:

Study of the evolution of a semi-open cooling circuit

Author(s):

M.N. Boucherit, S. Amzert, F. Arbaoui, A. Sari, D. Tebib

Journal:

Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials

Year:

2006

Volume:

53

Issue:

4

Page:

212 - 217


ISSN:

0003-5599


DOI:

10.1108/00035590610678901

Publisher:

Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

Purpose – The evolution of a semi-open cooling circuit of a nuclear reactor was monitored over a two year period. The work aims to provide orientation elements for preventive procedures against localised corrosion.

Design/methodology/approach – The water of the circuit was analysed in stagnation and in circulation, at various sampling points. The rust was analysed by neutron diffraction and the surface quality of the steel was checked by microscopic observations.

Findings – The obtained results did not confirm the presence of rust in iron compounds supported by chlorine, such as the Akaganeite, ß-FeOOH. In addition, chemical analysis of water showed that, after two years, the increase of chlorine concentration and water conductivity remained weak. Moreover, the pH was maintained within values favourable rather to the passivation of the steel.

Practical implications – It was deduced through this work that the dosing of the circuit with chlorine was not sufficient that it should require an annual replacement of the water.

Originality/value – The originality of this work resides in the evaluation of a semi-open coolant circuit in service for ten years and located in an area subjected to seasonal sand winds.

Keywords:

Cooling, Corrosion, Steels


Article Type:

Research paper


Article URL:

http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/00035590610678901

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