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Casting apparatus

US4640335A · kind A · utility

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9Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 18, 1985
Grant dateFeb 3, 1987
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Expiry dateJan 18, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB22D11/0475
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Horizontal casting apparatus which includes a composite sleeve or ring at the entrance to the mould comprising a graphite inner portion and an insulating outer portion. The apparatus can optionally have an inert gas shield around the composite ring to protect the graphite component thereof against oxidation.

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