Zinc Chemistry in BWRs, PWRs and VVERs (LCC20)
This report describes the use of zinc injection technology in BWRs, PWRs and VVERs plants worldwide. Zinc addition is a mature technology applied both in PWR and BWR reactors while its implementation in VVER plants is still waiting to the commissioning of new reactor designs. It has been a crucial milestone in coolant chemistry for controlling and reducing radiation build-up, operational radiation as well as IGSCC mitigation in BWRs and mitigation of Primary Water Stress Corrosion Cracking (PWSCC).
