Novel electrowinning cobalt cell structure
By installing a temperature control layer and circulating liquid pipes outside the electrolytic cell, along with heating coils, the temperature control problem was solved, reaction efficiency and safety were improved, and uniform flow of electrolyte and removal of impurities were achieved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- JIANGSU XIONGFENG TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
Temperature variations within existing cobalt electrolysis cells are difficult to control, affecting reaction efficiency.
A temperature control layer is installed outside the electrolytic cell, and it is equipped with a circulating liquid pipe and a heating coil. Combined with the circulating tank and the heater, the temperature of the cell can be conveniently controlled.
It improves the convenience of temperature control and reaction efficiency of the electrolytic cell, enhances the safety and convenience of operation, and can effectively remove suspended particles and impurities in the electrolyte.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrolytic cells, and in particular to a novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure. Background Technology
[0002] Electrolytic cells for cobalt electrolysis are key equipment used to extract high-purity metallic cobalt from solutions containing cobalt ions. During the operation of the equipment, changes in the temperature inside the cell have a significant impact on the reaction efficiency.
[0003] Patent application CN117779071A discloses a rectangular electrolytic cell structure and an alkaline electrolytic cell. The rectangular electrolytic cell structure includes a rectangular frame formed by a top frame, a bottom frame, and two side frames. A first cover plate and a second cover plate are provided on the rectangular frame, forming a gas-liquid separation box between the first cover plate and the second cover plate. The rectangular electrolytic cell structure is provided with a first sealing gasket forming a square frame structure, which is provided on the outer surface of the first cover plate, the bottom frame, and the side frames. A hook is provided on the outer surface of the first cover plate, located between the top frame and the first sealing gasket. A diaphragm used in conjunction with the rectangular electrolytic cell structure is provided with a lifting structure that matches the hook.
[0004] During the use of this existing technology, it is difficult to control the temperature changes inside the device, which makes it difficult to improve the reaction efficiency.
[0005] Therefore, a new technical solution is needed to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content
[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure. The device has a temperature control layer outside the cell, and is equipped with a circulating liquid pipe and a heating coil. During the use of the device, the temperature control of the cell is more convenient, which can improve the reaction efficiency and make the operation easier.
[0007] The technical solution adopted in this utility model is:
[0008] A novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure includes a cell body, a circulation tank, and a heater. The cell body includes a cell body, a corrosion-resistant layer, and a temperature control layer. The corrosion-resistant layer is located inside the cell body, and the temperature control layer is located inside the cell body. A set of filter plates is arranged opposite each other inside the corrosion-resistant layer. The cell body is connected to the circulation tank through an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe. A heating coil is provided at the bottom of the cell body, and the heating coil is connected to an external heater.
[0009] By adopting the above structure, the device has a temperature control layer outside the tank, and is equipped with a circulating liquid pipe and a heating coil. During the use of the device, the temperature control of the tank is more convenient, which can improve the reaction efficiency and make the operation more convenient.
[0010] Preferably, the tank is provided with a cover plate, the top of the cover plate is provided with a set of handles and a set of limit rods, and the bottom of the cover plate is provided with a row of hooks.
[0011] By adopting the above structure, a cover plate is provided on the tank body, which can prevent the electrolyte in the tank body from splashing out during use, thereby improving safety. The cover plate is also equipped with a handle for easy removal, and a limiting rod is provided to restrict the position when the rotating limiting rod is locked on the cover plate, making it more convenient to use.
[0012] Preferably, the sidewalls of the tank and the temperature control layer are provided with two rows of interconnected circulating liquid pipes, which are connected to the inlet pipe and outlet pipe extending out of the tank structure.
[0013] By adopting the above structure, when the tank needs to be cooled during operation, cooling liquid can be introduced into the circulating liquid pipe to cool the tank, making the operation convenient.
[0014] Preferably, a rotating limiting rod is fixedly provided on the top surface of the temperature control layer. The rotating limiting rod is L-shaped, rotates around the bottom, and is locked onto the cover plate.
[0015] Preferably, the inlet pipe and outlet pipe on the tank extend into the circulation tank and are connected to the filter located in the circulation tank.
[0016] Preferably, the inlet and outlet pipes are located near the bottom of the corrosion-resistant layer inside the tank, and the inlets of the inlet and outlet pipes are located between the filter plate and the corrosion-resistant layer.
[0017] Preferably, the filter plate is provided with filter holes.
[0018] By adopting the above structure and setting up a filter plate, with the inlet and outlet pipes located behind the filter plate, the electrolyte is filtered to maintain uniform flow. The filter facilitates the removal of suspended particles and other impurities from the electrolyte.
[0019] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages:
[0020] 1. This utility model device has a temperature control layer outside the tank, and is equipped with a circulating liquid pipe and a heating coil. During the use of the device, the temperature control of the tank is more convenient, which can improve the reaction efficiency and is easy to operate.
[0021] 2. The device of this utility model has a cover plate on the tank, which can prevent the electrolyte in the tank from splashing out during use, thus improving safety. The cover plate is equipped with a handle for easy removal, and a limiting rod is provided to restrict the position when the rotating limiting rod is locked on the cover plate, making it more convenient to use.
[0022] 3. The device of this utility model is equipped with a circulating liquid pipe. When the tank needs to be cooled during operation, cooling liquid can be introduced into the circulating liquid pipe to cool the tank. The operation is convenient.
[0023] 4. The device of this utility model is equipped with a filter plate, and the ports of the inlet pipe and outlet pipe are located behind the filter plate. When filtering the electrolyte, the liquid is kept to flow evenly. The filter facilitates the removal of suspended particles and other impurities in the electrolyte. Attached Figure Description
[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the tank body of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the circulating liquid pipe and heating coil of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the circulating liquid pipe and heating coil of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the cover plate of this utility model;
[0030] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the cover plate of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the circulation tank of this utility model.
[0032] The components are: 1. Tank structure; 2. Circulation tank; 3. Heater; 4. Cover plate; 5. Inlet pipe; 6. Outlet pipe; 7. Rotary limit rod; 8. Tank body; 9. Corrosion-resistant layer; 10. Temperature control layer; 11. Filter plate; 12. Circulation pipe; 13. Heating coil; 14. Filter; 15. Limit rod; 16. Handle; 17. Hook; 18. Inlet pipe; 19. Outlet pipe. Detailed Implementation
[0033] like Figure 1-8As shown, the novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure includes a cell body structure 1, a circulation tank 2, and a heater 3. The cell body structure 1 includes a cell body 8, a corrosion-resistant layer 9, and a temperature control layer 10. The corrosion-resistant layer 9 and the temperature control layer 10 are located inside the cell body 8. A set of filter plates 11 are arranged opposite each other inside the corrosion-resistant layer 9. The cell body 8 is connected to the circulation tank 2 via an inlet pipe 5 and an outlet pipe 6. A heating coil 13 is located at the bottom of the cell body 8 and is connected to the external heater 3. By using the temperature control layer 10 outside the cell body 8 and the circulation pipe 12 and heating coil 13, the device facilitates temperature control of the cell body 8 during operation, improving reaction efficiency and simplifying operation. The corrosion-resistant layer 9 inside the cell body 8 enhances its corrosion resistance, improves structural stability, and extends its service life.
[0034] like Figure 6 , 7 As shown, the tank 8 is equipped with a cover plate 4. The top of the cover plate 4 has a set of handles 16 and a set of limiting rods 15, and the bottom of the cover plate 4 has a row of hooks 17. A rotating limiting rod 7 is fixedly installed on the top surface of the temperature control layer 10. The rotating limiting rod 7 is L-shaped, rotates around the bottom, and is locked onto the cover plate 4. The cover plate 4 on the tank 8 can prevent the electrolyte in the tank 8 from splashing out during use, improving safety. The handles 16 on the cover plate 4 make it easy to pick up the cover plate 4, and the limiting rods 15 make it easier to control the position when the rotating limiting rod 7 is locked onto the cover plate 4, making it more convenient to use.
[0035] like Figure 3-5 As shown, two rows of circulating liquid pipes 12 are provided inside the side walls of the tank body 8 and the temperature control layer 10. The circulating liquid pipes 12 are connected to the inlet pipe 18 and outlet pipe 19 extending out of the tank body structure 1. The inlet pipe 5 and outlet pipe 6 on the tank body 8 extend into the circulating tank 2 and are connected to the filter 14 located in the circulating tank 2. The ports of the inlet pipe 5 and outlet pipe 6 inside the tank body 8 are close to the bottom surface of the corrosion-resistant layer 9, and the openings of the inlet pipe 5 and outlet pipe 6 are located between the filter plate 11 and the corrosion-resistant layer 9. The filter plate 11 is provided with filter holes. With the circulating liquid pipes 12, when the tank body 8 needs to be cooled during operation, cooling liquid can be introduced into the circulating liquid pipes 12 to cool the tank body 8, making the operation convenient. A filter plate 11 is set up, with the inlet pipe 5 and outlet pipe 6 located behind the filter plate 11. This ensures uniform flow of the liquid during electrolyte filtration. A filter 14 is also set up to facilitate the removal of suspended particles and other impurities from the electrolyte.
[0036] When using this device, the anode and cathode are set up in the tank 8, the cover plate 4 is placed on the tank 8, and the rotating limit rod 7 is rotated to lock onto the cover plate 4 to carry out the reaction operation. During use, the reaction liquid in the circulation tank 2 is filtered through the inlet pipe 5 and the outlet pipe 6. When heating is required, the heater 3 is turned on, and the tank 8 is heated through the heating coil 13. When cooling is required, coolant is introduced into the inlet pipe 18 and circulated through the circulation pipe 12 to cool the tank 8. The device is easy to use, the temperature of the tank 8 is easy to control, which helps to improve reaction efficiency and makes operation more convenient.
[0037] The embodiments described above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of the present utility model. Any modifications and improvements made by those skilled in the art to the technical solutions of the present utility model without departing from the spirit of the present utility model should be included within the scope of protection defined by the claims of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure, comprising a cell body structure, a circulation tank, and a heater, characterized in that: The tank structure includes a tank body, a corrosion-resistant layer, and a temperature control layer. The corrosion-resistant layer is located inside the tank body, and the temperature control layer is located inside the tank body. A set of filter plates is arranged opposite each other inside the corrosion-resistant layer. The tank body is connected to the circulation tank through an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe. A heating coil is provided at the bottom of the tank body, and the heating coil is connected to an external heater.
2. The novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The trough is equipped with a cover plate, and the top of the cover plate is equipped with a set of handles and a set of limiting rods, while the bottom of the cover plate is equipped with a row of hooks.
3. The novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tank and the side wall of the temperature control layer are provided with two rows of circulating liquid pipes that are connected to the inlet pipe and outlet pipe that extend out of the tank structure.
4. The novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top surface of the temperature control layer is fixed with a rotating limiting rod, which is L-shaped and rotates around the bottom to be locked onto the cover plate.
5. The novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inlet and outlet pipes on the tank extend into the circulation tank and are connected to the filter located in the circulation tank.
6. The novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inlet and outlet pipes are located near the bottom of the corrosion-resistant layer within the tank, with their openings situated between the filter plate and the corrosion-resistant layer.
7. The novel cobalt electrolytic cell structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: Each of the filter plates has filter holes distributed on it.