NCSX Procurement Update of 9/28/05

• Dimensional inspection of the C-1 winding form (MCWF#1) took longer than expected but is now complete. Data analysis at Major Tool is in progress. The data will be transmitted to Tom Brown of PPPL. Evaluation of the dimensional data and some hand finishing operations still remain. Our DCMA representative has been on site for the inspections.
  

• The C-2 casting (MCWF#2) is ready for 5-axis machining, but operations are being delayed in order to perform scheduled maintenance on the 5-axis machine, expected to take 2-3 days.  Major Tool forecasts shipment in late October.
  

• The C-3 casting (MCWF#4) is ready to begin rough machining, but operations are being delayed to perform scheduled maintenance on the 3-axis, also expected to take 2-3 days.
  

• The C-4 (MCWF#5) is undergoing weld upgrades.
  

• The C-5 (MCWF#6) is ready to start weld upgrades as soon as the C-4 is complete.
  

• The C-6 (MCWF#7) should be out for its first radiographic testing this week.
  

• The A-2 (MCWF#8) casting was poured on Sept. 28.
  

• The Type B pattern is at MetalTek.
  

• Machining of port holes for the first full-period (120-degree) sector continues.
  

• The neutral beam port is complete.
  

• The 3rd 60 degree segment is complete and mounted on the 120-degree fixture for joining with the 4th segment, which is in final weld.
  

• The vertical ports are being welded.