Used THOMAS SWAN 19x2 GAN #293587475 for sale

THOMAS SWAN 19x2 GAN is a nuclear research and training reactor. It has a critical mass of 16.6 kg of uranium enriched to 20%, and operates at a power of 2 MW. The reactor is a light-water-moderated, tank-in-pool equipment, with slightly enriched uranium fuel, enclosed in stainless steel pressure vessels, containing boiling light water moderator and coolant. The core is composed of two concentric stainless steel vessels containing unirradiated and irradiated fuel assemblies respectively. The core is surrounded by a graphite structure, and the active core elements are housed in an annular reflector tank. The nuclear power of the reactor can be regulated by changing the control rods' positions and power is measured using neutron monitors. These control rods, made of boron, can be moved in and out of the reactor core to reduce its power. Coolant flow is regulated by pumps and natural circulation is possible in low power operation. The beam tube at the centre of the core can be used to study a variety of nuclear interactions. The reactor also features an advanced computerized control system, which allows it to be operated in a variety of research configurations, with easy adjustment for different types of experiments. It is equipped with an on-line visual inspection unit, thermal creep monitoring machine, gamma flux monitoring tool, and motion monitoring systems. In terms of safety, the reactor features an extensive network of passive and active systems. The primary cooling asset is designed with several redundant components to ensure long-term safe operation, and the reactor's control rods can be placed in an absorbing-core configuration, providing additional safety. Furthermore, the reactor is encased in reinforced concrete for protection against external radiation. 19x2 GAN is an advanced nuclear reactor, specifically designed for research and training purposes. Its critical mass, control rods, and other operational features allow it to be operated safely and reliably, even under a variety of experimental conditions. Its advanced control model, safety systems, and monitoring systems ensure that it can be operated safely, even in novel configurations, allowing it to be a valuable research and training tool.