The nominal parameters of ITER using inductive current drive are as follows (more):
| Units | ||
|---|---|---|
Plasma Major Radius |
6.2 |
m |
Plasma Minor Radius |
2.0 |
m |
Plasma Volume |
840 |
m3 |
Plasma Current |
15.0 |
MA |
Toroidal Field on Axis |
5.3 |
T |
Fusion Power |
500 |
MW |
Burn Flat Top |
>400 |
s |
Power Amplification |
>10 |
These parameters were derived after systematic modelling together of the design constraints from the technologies that could be used and from the predictions that could be made from the physics base.
The above parameters describe only one operating point, but ITER can operate in a wide range of ways. For design purposes a number of these have been studied.