Thermal Studies Hastelloy X Metallic Insulation

Hastelloy X wire wool has been considered by the Architect Engineer for exterior thermal insulation of some pipe sections of the ATR* gas loop. Heart transfer studies were made simulating gas loop operating conditions. This report describes the apparatus used and the resultant data. The insulation (manufactured by a commercial supplier) is of interest because of its corrosion resistance, strength, and ability to withstand impact and abrasion. Also, it is not a source of chlorides. The insulation is compressed and sintered to a given density and sinter bonded to a thin Inconel outer sheath