Used OXFORD DP-80 #9158945 for sale

OXFORD DP-80 is a high-flux research reactor, designed for application in nuclear physics and medical isotope production. It is an all-enclosed, pool-type, light-water-moderated and cooled research reactor (LWGR), which is composed of three concentric cylinders positioned vertically within a tank of clear water. The three concentric cylinders that make up the core are the innermost fuel element, an annulus of radiator material and an outer cylinder composed of an austenitic stainless steel reactor vessel. The engine of the reactor core is based on an annular lattice of fuel elements which are immersed in a pool of light water, enclosed within a protective annulus of light water and enclosed in an austenitic stainless steel reactor vessel. The core lattice is loaded into the reactor vessel with the fuel elements radiating heat in a radial pattern towards the annulus of radiating material which surrounds them. The reactor is moderated by the light water which allows for improved neutron economy and by the decreasing neutron energy levels due to the absorption of neutrons by the surrounding material. DP-80 is equipped with a total of 24 fuel bundles with each bundle containing 12 fuel elements. The fuel elements are made up of highly enriched uranium, ensuring high power densities throughout the core. Each fuel element measures 175mm in length, 10mm in diameter and contains 200 grams of highly enriched uranium-235. The fuel element lattice can be reconfigured to accommodate various core designs and to regulate power output. In addition, the fuel element design allows for variable and adjustable control rods to be inserted into the core between the fuel bundles. This enables operators to precisely fine-tune neutron fluxes. The reactor control equipment is facilitated by three major components; 4-quadrant beryllium control rods, neutron detectors and bled water system. The 4-quadrant beryllium control rods allow operators to adjust the power output and the neutron flux in the core of the reactor. The neutron detectors are used to measure the intensity of the neutron flux and the bled water unit allows coolant to enter and leave the core. OXFORD DP-80 is fitted with a number of safety features which include emergency power supply machine, a back-up cooling tool, containment asset and radiation protection measures. The back-up cooling model ensures that coolant is available in order to prevent a core meltdown in case of disruption in the coolant supply. The containment equipment consists of a steel cylindrical structure which prevents leaks and radioactive substances from escaping into the environment. The radiation protection measures are designed to protect personnel and sensitive equipment from radiation from the reactor core. DP-80 is a versatile reactor that is capable of producing high-power outputs from low-power cores. It is an ideal choice for nuclear physics and medical isotope production, due to its flexible core design, superior safety features and state-of-the-art control system.