Shaft and post assemblies for molten metal apparatus
US6451247B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 9, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04D7/065
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus for moving a stream of molten metal comprising a pumping member, a housing at least partially enclosing the pumping member, a power device seated on a support, a shaft connecting the power device and the pumping member. At least one post is disposed between the support and the housing. The post includes an elongated rod surrounded by a heat resistant outer member. The rod includes a first end connected to the support and a second end secured within a cavity in the housing.
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