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Metal transfer device

US9248497B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 18, 2012
Grant dateFeb 2, 2016
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Expiry dateSep 24, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF27D3/145
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A metal transfer device (1) includes a cast trough body (2) for receiving liquid metal, a heater (4) for heating the trough body, and a filler layer (6) between the trough body and the heater. The filler layer (6) comprises a cast refractory material having a high thermal conductivity.

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