Retrofit aluminum smelting cells using inert anodes and method
US6551489B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC25C3/12
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Conventional aluminum smelting cells are retrofitted with inert anode assemblies which replace the consumable carbon anodes of the cell. The inert anode assemblies may include multiple inert anodes, and may also include insulation for reducing heat loss during operation of the retrofit cells.
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