Used TES Challenger 300 #9259709 for sale

TES Challenger 300 reactor is a water-moderated pressurized water reactor (PWR). It is rated at 300 megawatts thermal (MWt) and offers a full-size open core vessel that is capable of supporting fuel designs with up to 34 fuel assemblies. Its design incorporates hundreds of safety features, including four independent safety-related shutdown systems and other active divisions that work to isolate the reactor from its primary system. It is designed for ease of operation, featuring computerized control equipment and automated systems that reduce staffing requirements. The reactor also features modern materials, including high-nickel content alloy components designed to reduce wear and tear and reduce downtime for maintenance. Challenger 300's core consists of a series of concentric fuel rods which serve to keep the uranium in the reactor from being affected by neutrons or gamma rays that are produced by the fission reaction. The fuel rods are surrounded by a baffled moderator that absorbs and slows neutrons, preventing premature fission in the core. The reactor's control system includes several layers of control rods which can be pumped into the core to reduce the energy of the fission reaction or withdrawn from the core to increase energy output. These rods can be moved automatically based on feedback from instruments in the control room. TES Challenger 300 is designed with enhanced safety systems that provide additional safety in the event of an accident. The reactor vessel is designed with a extra thick side wall and an integrated safety relief valve that allows for pressure relief in the event of an over-pressurized situation. In addition, the reactor is designed with a scram system which will immediately shut down the reactor if any emergency is detected. If a scram event is put into action, the reactor will remain in a safe state until the situation is resolved. Challenger 300 is capable of supporting a wide range of fuel designs, as it is designed to accommodate up to 34 assemblies. The reactor is configured with these fuel designs so that a relatively high fuel burnup rate is achieved, which helps optimize costs for utility companies and also minimizes the amount of radioactive waste from the reactor. Overall, TES Challenger 300 reactor is a reliable and safe PWR that offers increased safety systems, modern component materials, and a wide range of fuel designs that help to optimize safety and costs. With its larger size and open core vessel, Challenger 300 provides a great option for utilities seeking a reliable and safe reactor.