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Cathodic component for aluminum reduction cell

US4526669A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 3, 1982
Grant dateJul 2, 1985
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Expiry dateJun 3, 2002

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P10/25
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A cathodic element for a Hall-Heroult aluminum reduction cell is formed from a refractory hard metal, preferably TiB.sub.2, in a generally mushroom-shaped configuration. The element is economical of raw materials and has improved thermal endurance when compared to a right cylinder or other element of uniform cross-section.

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