Anders and I leak checked new 2A2 window seal on ITW side. Leak detector was connected to ITW TP4. Base leak rate 0.0Xe-9 atm.cc/sec. base pressure 0.0xe-4 torr. Sprayed 15-20 psi directly underneath 2A2 window by using exist 2a2 window leak check copper tube. The leak detector got response in 5 seconds when helium was applied. the leak rate was 5xe-6 atm.cc/sec. Once the helium source was closed, the leak rate dropped quickly back to base level. To confirm the leak is at window , I sprayed 15 psi helium around all top flange seals of TM and entrance module. There was no direct response during the spray( about 1.5- 2 minutes). There was a weak slow up response (up to 1.0 xe-7 atm.cc/sec) which was started after 1.5 minutes of spray. The weak response is cause by helium drift in my view. Our conclusion is the 2A2 window seal on ITW side is not perfectly sealed. The elak we saw on LD is ture , and it is located on window. The station will be vented soon for shielding plug moving back. . |