Specialized metallurgical processes – compositions for use therei – Processes – Process control responsive to sensed condition
Patent
1991-10-15
1993-04-20
Kastler, Scott
Specialized metallurgical processes, compositions for use therei
Processes
Process control responsive to sensed condition
266 90, 266236, 266227, B22D 4158
Patent
active
052039099
ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a new and improved method and apparatus for tapping molten metal through the tap hole of a metallurgical vessel. The apparatus utilizes a ladle or a BOF furnace or other metallurgical vessel used for the containment of molten metal. At least one extension drive mechanism is attached to the support structure to position the distal end of a lance within the vessel a predetermined distance above the surface of its contents. The lance is connected to an inert gas source such as Argon. Once the lance is properly positioned, the inert gas is directed onto the surface of the molten metal to prevent the slag from entering the tap hole. An alignment drive can also be attached to the support structure to adjust the position of the extension drive relative to the vessel so that the lance may be properly positioned within the vessel above the tap hole. The extension and alignment drives are operatively controlled by a computerized controller which interfaces with the sensors to monitor the physical characteristics of the vessel. The controller operatively controls the drives to position the lance a predetermined distance above the tap hole of the vessel.
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Petrushka Robert G.
Rote Franklin E.
Kastler Scott
LTV Steel Company, Inc.
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