Multiple cracks associated with attachment on outside of tube

Cor Fatigue 2 CYL2a[1]

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External attachment provided a restraint and associated high operating stress. This, together with marginal water chemistry particularly during start-ups, leads to corrosion-fatigue cracks.

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Multiple cracks associated with attachment on outside of tube