A Penetration is a hole in a barrier. The barrier may be the reactor vessel, Primary Containment, or a fire barrier. Penetrations serve a variety of purposes. They are controlled in order to maintain the intent of the barrier. For example, penetration lets fluids pass through the barrier while maintaining a pressure boundary.
Penetrations have their own identification number and tracking techniques.
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