Irradiate PtCl2 in a reactor core

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Irradiating PtCl2 in a reactor core poses risks, particularly if aluminum (Al) is used as a container, as it can corrode when in contact with water at high temperatures, such as 300°C. The neutron flux could activate the Al, potentially leading to chemical reactions between chlorine and aluminum. If the aluminum cladding breaches, it could result in hazardous chemical reactions. To mitigate these risks, it is advisable to use a hermetically sealed stainless steel capsule for containment. Proper reactor type selection and operational conditions are crucial for safety.
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As part of an experiment, I'm looking to irradiate PtCl2 in a reactor core, PtCl2 will be contained in an Al container. What's the worst that could happen?
 
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What kind of reactor? LWR? BWR or PWR? or HWR, or GCR? or test reactor? What temperature?

If Al has contact with water at 300C, then corrosion could be a problem. Al will become activated in a neutron flux. One might also get a chemical reaction with Cl and Al.

If the Al cladding were to breach then there would probably be a chemical reaction.

I would think that one would put the Al capsule in a hermetically sealed stainless steel capsule.
 

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