Multi-outlet casting nozzle
US7581664B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 17, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC21C5/4613
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention concerns a submerged entry nozzle for use in the continuous casting of liquid metal. The nozzle comprises a central bore and a plurality of pairs of discharge outlets. The cross-sectional area of the central bore decreases between pairs of discharge outlets, such that ratio of height to width of any outlet is one or less.
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