摘要 |
A lower part of a fused salt reduction cell used in the production of aluminum, comprises an electrolyte tank supported by metal beams. The tank is made up of an outer steel tank, a thermally insulating layer and an inner electrically conductive carbon lining which can withstand molten metal. A frame of steel sections arranged in a grid-like pattern in the longitudinal direction is made up of single, massive side sections and, spaced apart in keeping with strength requirements and cell design, so called cradles which enclose the side sections. The cradles are made up of pairs of solid side posts secured to lower supporting sections and upper bracing sections. The electrolyte tank is situated in the frame and fixed in place against the side sections via counteracting elements which can be deformed plastically or elastically. |