摘要 |
An adjustable elastic element ( 19 ) for forcing the surfaces of expandable-type anodes for diaphragm chlor-alkali cells wherein such element consists of a U-shaped elastic sheet provided with at least one adjusting mechanism comprising both one collar ( 29 ) which fastens the elastic sheet through openings obtained in the sheet itself and one gear ( 23 ) connectable to a removable external tool consisting of a handle and a shaft whereby turning the tool, a rotation of the gears is produced, in its turn acting on the collar controlling the span of the anode surfaces. And the span is freely adjustable in order to establish a predetermined controlled gap between anode and finger-supported diaphragm surfaces, or alternatively to bring such surfaces in contact without introducing however a useless and hazardous compression. |