Title: Method for preheating a molten salt electrolysis cell

Abstract: A method is disclosed for preheating a molten salt electrolysis cell having an electrode which includes at least one element protruding into the interior of the cell. The method disclosed includes the distribution of a carbonaceous aggregate around such an element, and the ignition of this aggregate, so that the element may be brought to an elevated temperature without breaking due to the effects of thermal gradients.

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Inventors: Minick, John R. (Westmoreland County, PA, US)

Application Number: 895089
Filing Date: 1978-04-10
Publication_date: 1979-03-27
Assignee: Aluminum Company of America (Pittsburgh, PA)
Primary Class(es): 205/396
Other Classes:
US Patent Ref:

4071420

Jan, 1978

Foster et al.

204/67.

Other Refs: 360506

Apr, 1962	CH

Primary Examiner: Williams, Howard S.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Hill; David J.