Bubble pump resistant to attack by molten aluminum
US10711335B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 12, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF27D2003/0054
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A bubble pump is provided. The bubble pump has an interior formed from a material that is resistant to attack by molten aluminum. The interior surface may be formed from a ceramic. The ceramic may be selected from the following: alumina, magnesia, silicate, silicon carbide, or graphite, and the mixtures thereof. The ceramic may be a carbon-free, 85% Al2O3 phosphate bonded castable refractory.
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