Electrode for the production of titanium articles that are free from low density inclusions
AssigneeTitanium Metals Corporation of America (TIMET)
InventorPaul J. Bania
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Abstract
The production of titanium articles that are free from low-density inclusions by the use of titanium sponge particles for melting which particles have substantially a maximum particle size of -6 mesh and finer, preferably -8 mesh and finer.
Claims6
A charge of titanium sponge adapted for melting to produce titanium articles, said charge having a maximum titanium sponge size of -6 mesh and finer.
An electrode adapted for arc melting, said electrode comprising titanium sponge particles of a maximum particle size of -6 mesh and finer.
A charge of titanium sponge adapted for use in forming an electrode for arc melting to produce titanium articles, said charge having a maximum titanium sponge size of -6 mesh and finer.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.