Aluminum Electrolytic Cell

Cell sidewall SiC bricks face electrolyte attack and sodium penetration, tied to cell life and energy efficiency.

PROBLEMS

Kiln Problems

Problem-by-problem analysis with solutions and recommended refractories

Cell rim castables are damaged by electrolyte splash and mechanical impact.…

The copper bath zone suffers matte penetration and slag attack; magnesia-chrome bricks with copper staves are the mainstream solution.

Zinc kiln linings suffer zinc vapor penetration and ring formation; phosphate bricks and chrome-corundum bricks are common.