Product Name: Reactor Vessels
Manufacturer Name: BWXT
Product Description: The reactor vessel is a crucial component of a nuclear reactor’s coolant system, designed to house the reactor core safely and efficiently. With a cylindrical shell and a spherical bottom head, it features a ring flange at the top where a closure head is securely bolted. Typically constructed from low-alloy steel, the vessel is lined with stainless steel cladding to enhance corrosion resistance. Standing approximately 41 feet (12.5 meters) tall and boasting an internal diameter of 171 inches (4343 mm), the vessel’s shell wall and internal cladding have minimum thicknesses of 8.4 inches (213 mm) and 0.125 inches (3.18 mm), respectively. To further protect its integrity, reflective metal insulation is applied to the exterior surfaces, ensuring optimal performance and safety in nuclear operations.
Country: United States
Status: Published
Main Category: Product Directory | Engines / Propulsion / Power Systems
Sub-Categories: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR (NAVY) | TACTICAL TOOLS (LAND) | COMPONENT MANUFACTURING AND INTEGRATION (LAND) | SEA DEFENCE PRODUCTS
