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Inert electrode formulations

US4374761A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 10, 1980
Grant dateFeb 22, 1983
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Expiry dateNov 10, 2000

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC25C3/12
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed is an inert electrode composition suitable for use in the electrolytic production of metal from a metal compound dissolved in a molten salt. The electrode comprises a ceramic oxide composition and at least one metal powder dispersed through the ceramic oxide composition for purposes of increasing its conductivity, the metal powder selected from the group consisting of Ni, Cu, Co, Pt, Rh, In and Ir.

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