Characteristics:- Mechanical Properties similar to pure zirconium, stronger and less ductile
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Less absorption of hydrogen in corrosive water environments than Zircaloy-2
- Transparent to thermal energy neutrons.
- Forms a stable, dense, self-healing oxide layer
- Highly anisotropic
Applications: Nuclear reactor service, cladding and internal structures Machining Parameters: Use slow speeds, heavy feeds and flood cooling with a water-soluble oil lubricant. |
