CAP1400 | |
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Generation | Generation III reactor |
Reactor concept | Pressurized water reactor |
Status | Under construction |
Main parameters of the reactor core | |
Fuel (fissile material) | 235U (LEU) |
Fuel state | Solid |
Neutron energy spectrum | Thermal |
Primary control method | Control rods |
Primary moderator | Water |
Primary coolant | Liquid (light water) |
Reactor usage | |
Primary use | Generation of electricity |
Power (thermal) | 4040 MWth |
Power (electric) | ~1500 MWel[1] |
The CAP1400 is a Chinese Generation III Pressurized water reactor developed by the State Power Investment Corporation.[2] It was based on Westinghouse AP1000 design.