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Anode conductor for alkaline cells

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6236512
This patent describes an electrochemical cell comprised of an anode comprised of zinc; a cathode; and alkaline electrolyte; and a current collector comprised of a silicon bronze alloy that is comprised of 85-98% by weight copper and 1-5% by weight silicon with the remainder being comprised of at least one of manganese, iron, zinc, aluminum, tin, lead, or mixtures thereof; and a strip of metal tab stock welded to the current collector, the tab stock being a metal other than silicon bronze alloy.
Assignee:
Duracell Inc., Bethel, CT
Patent Number(s):
US 4791036
OSTI ID:
6236512
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English