ML19309A166

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Comments on Util Evaluation of Generator Support Structure Weld Cracks.Classification of Defects Re Field Acceptance Insp Program Not Clear
ML19309A166
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Site: Rancho Seco
Issue date: 08/10/1972
From: Collins W
US ATOMIC ENERGY COMMISSION (AEC)
To: Reinmuth G
US ATOMIC ENERGY COMMISSION (AEC)
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NUDOCS 8003260878
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-e ar AUG 101972 G. W. Reinmuth, Chief Technical Assistance Branch, RO WELD CRACKS IN RANCHO SECO STEAM GENERATOR SUPPORT STRUCTURES (LICENSEE CDR OF JULY 24,1972 - NO. 12)

The licensee's evaluation of the subject weld cracking and related corrective measures being taken to resolve the problem appear to be satisfactory. However, with reference to the field acceptance inspection program, the engineering evaluation intended relative-to the classification of defects found is not clear.

In view of the ostensive delayed-cracking inherent to welding T-1 class steels, all linear disposed defects disclosed by dye-penetrant inspection

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_..r by welding is required, an equivalent acceptance inspection

..iteria, including a delay-time reference to its application, should be imposed on the affected areas to insure the desired quality.

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