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Method of thiourea addition of electrolytic solutions useful for copper refining

US4474649A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 19, 1983
Grant dateOct 2, 1984
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Expiry dateJul 19, 2003

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC25C1/12
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process for precise controlling of thiourea concentrations in a copper sulfate, sulfuric acid solution used in copper refining has permitted improvements in tankhouse current efficiencies and the quality of the refined copper deposited on the cathodes.

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