Electroslag refining starter
US5985206A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 23, 1997 |
| Grant date | Nov 16, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC22B9/18
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An electroslag refining starter includes a refined disk fixedly joined in a central aperture of a mounting ring. The mounting ring supports the starter in a crucible below an ingot being electroslag refined. The disk is consumed during starting and is replaceable in the same mounting ring for subsequent reuse.
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