US3932261A
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Electrode assembly for an electrolytic cell
Assignee: Olin Corp
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Filing: 1974-06-24
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Granted: 1976-01-13
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Expires: 1994-06-24
Abstract
Abstract An electrode is provided for use in electrolytic cells employing metal electrodes. The electrode comprises two electrode surfaces positioned in parallel and having a space between them: and at least two conductive supports one conductive support separately attached to each electrode surface and positioned in the space between the electrode surfaces. The conductive supports are also attached to and are substantially perpendicular to an electrode plate.
Inventors
- 👤 Morton S. Kircher
- 👤 Judson A. Wood
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 19:55
CPC Classifications
C; C25; C25B; C25B1/00; C25B1/01; C25B1/34; C25B1/46; C25B11/00; C25B11/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
131 words
An electrode assembly suitable for use in a cell for the electrolysis of alkali metal chloride solution which comprises: a. an electrode plate positioned vertically, b. two electrode surfaces positioned in parallel and having a space between said electrode surfaces, c. at least two conductive supports, one said conductive support separately attached to each of said electrode surfaces and positioned in said space between said electrode surfaces, and, d. openings in said electrode plate for attachment of said conductive supports, said conductive supports being attached substantially perpendicular to said electrode plate, said conductive supports adapted to conduct current between said electrode plate and said electrode surfaces, and said conductive supports adapted to permit continuous but restricted flow of said alkali metal chloride solution up through said space between said electrode surfaces.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
131 words
An electrode assembly suitable for use in a cell for the electrolysis of alkali metal chloride solution which comprises: a. an electrode plate positioned vertically, b. two electrode surfaces positioned in parallel and having a space between said electrode surfaces, c. at least two conductive supports, one said conductive support separately attached to each of said electrode surfaces and positioned in said space between said electrode surfaces, and, d. openings in said electrode plate for attachment of said conductive supports, said conductive supports being attached substantially perpendicular to said electrode plate, said conductive supports adapted to conduct current between said electrode plate and said electrode surfaces, and said conductive supports adapted to permit continuous but restricted flow of said alkali metal chloride solution up through said space between said electrode surfaces.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
The electrode assembly of claim 1 in which said conductive supports are positioned substantially perpendicular to the largest dimension of said electrode surface.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The electrode assembly of claim 1 in which a plurality of from about 2 to about 8 conductive supports are attached to each of said electrode surfaces.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The electrode assembly of claim 3 in which said conductive supports attached to each of said surfaces are positioned alternately with respect to each other.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
The electrode assembly of claim 3 in which said conductive supports attached to each of said electrode surfaces are positioned opposite with respect to each other.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
The electrode assembly of claim 5 in which said conductive supports have a channel between opposite pairs and have means for varying the width of said channel for adjacent pairs of said conductive supports.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
32 words
The electrode assembly of claim 1 in which said openings in said electrode plate have means for permitting lateral movement of said conductive supports and said electrode assembly is an anode assembly.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
28 words
The adjustable anode assembly of claim 7 in which a plurality of from about two to about eight conductive supports are attached to each of said electrode surfaces.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
25 words
The adjustable anode assembly of claim 8 in which said conductive supports attached to said electrode surfaces are positioned alternately with respect to each other.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
34 words
The adjustable anode assembly of claim 7 in which said conductive supports attached to each of said electrode surfaces are positioned in pairs opposite each other and having a channel between said conductive supports.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
23 words
The adjustable anode assembly of claim 10 having means for varying the width of said channel for adjacent pairs of said conductive supports.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-01-12 | 1979-07-14 | 1980-01-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-01-12 | 1983-07-14 | 1984-01-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-01-12 | 1987-07-14 | 1988-01-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |