ELECTROLYZER FOR MAGNESIUM AND CHLORINE PRODUCTION Russian patent published in 1997 - IPC

FIELD: electrolytic magnesium production. SUBSTANCE: electrolyzer for electrolysis of molten chlorides contains housing 1, lining 2, working compartments 3, and composite cell 4. Working compartment 3 encloses cathodes 5 inserted through longitudinal wall and graphitized anodes 6 with contact heads 7 disposed in bottom. In the lower part of contact head 7, cavity 8 is made communicating through openings 9 in the bottom with collector 10 and atmosphere. Collector is of variable-section type. EFFECT: reduced temperature of anode contact heads, controlled removal of heat, stabilization of heat condition of electrolysis, and increased productivity thereof. 2 cl, 2 dwg