NRC Generic Letter 81-13, SER for GEXL Correlation for 8X8R Fuel Reload Applications for Appendix D Submittals of the GE Topical Report

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WASHINGTON, D.C. 20555

May 28, 1981

ALL OPERATING BWR LICENSEES

SUBJECT: SER FOR GEXL CORRELATION FOR 8x8R FUEL RELOAD APPLICATION PER THE APPENDIX D SUBMITTALS OF THE GENERAL ELECTRIC TOPICAL REPORT, NEDE-24011-P-A, DATED FEBRUARY 28, 1979 AND DECEMBER 14, 1979 GENERIC LETTER - 81-13

We have completed the review of the General Electric Company submittals regarding the application of the GEXL correlation to 8x8R fuel. We have concluded that the GEXL correlation is acceptable for 8x8R fuel reload application and the Appendix D submittals of the General Electric Topical Report, NEDE-24011P-A, dated February 28, 1979 and December 14, 1979, are acceptable for incorporation into that document. The General Electric Company has been informed of this matter by letter dated April 16, 1981.

A safety evaluation describing the basis for our conclusions is enclosed for your information.

Sincerely,

Thomas A. Ippolito, Chief Operating Reactors Branch #2 Division of Licensing

Enclosure:

Safety Evaluation