Features
GNF4 features
GNF4 builds on our evolution from 7x7 to 11x11 fuel design, helping to deliver unmatched safety, reliability, and cost-effective uranium use.
Significantly improved fuel cycle economics
Advanced features and world class core design expertise offers lower reload costs in the market:
- 11x11 fuel matrix increases heat generating surface area allowing more efficient use of uranium
- Industry leading fuel mass per bundle providing lower bundle enrichments
Proven materials & components
Global Nuclear Fuel leverages its high-performing, proven materials and component technology:
- GNF-Ziron cladding enhances corrosion resistance leading to reduced hydrogen pickup; approved by the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in 2019
- GNF4 will introduce Aluminosilicate Dopant pellets, providing accident tolerant protection against pellet clad interaction.
- Defender+ debris filter is our most proven debris filter in the market, 20,000+ bundles across all operating reactor types with historically low debris incident frequency
- NSF channel material, industry leading solution to channel distortion with no interference observations
Enhanced safety & reliability
Driven by rigorous testing, enhanced manufacturing quality, and advanced licensed methodologies