Description

Possibility for stress corrosion cracking of the copper canister under repository conditions.

SKB Number

SKB FEP Number

C12

Main Category

Main category for FEP

Internal process

System Component

System component to which the FEP applies

Cast iron insert and copper canister

Handling

Explanation of how the FEP is treated

Intact canister. Neglected due to the combined effect of very low (if any) concentrations of SCC promoting agents and the insufficient availability of oxidants. Failed canister. Neglected.

References

Bibliographic references to obtain more information

SR-Site Fuel and canister process report, TR-10-46, Section(s) 1.10, 3.5.5