Lead delivery apparatus
US11292054B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 15, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB22D21/027
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A lead delivery apparatus for a cast on strap machine is arranged to deliver a predetermined volume of molten lead to a mould. The apparatus includes a first needle valve, a second needle valve, and a housing. The housing has a reservoir including an inlet and an outlet. The reservoir inlet is in fluid communication with a molten lead supply. The reservoir is supplied with molten lead during use such that the molten lead in the reservoir is maintained at a constant height.
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