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Molten metal submersible pump system

US6497559B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 8, 2000
Grant dateDec 24, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 8, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF04D29/628
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed is a molten metal submersible pump system which includes a unitized body which acts as its own jig during assembly to precisely align the motor mount framework, the pump body, the pump base, and the pump shaft. Further disclosed is such a pump system which provides greater than normal surface area and heat sink mass, which has resulted in an increased useful life of the pump system between required maintenance and replacement of parts.

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