Silicon Carbon Alloy
HCFeSi High Carbon Silicon
HCFeSi, also known as High Carbon Silicon, is a type of ferrosilicon alloy used in the production of steel and other ferrous alloys. It is made by smelting a mixture of high purity quartz or silica...
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HCFeSi, also known as High Carbon Silicon, is a type of ferrosilicon alloy used in the production of steel and other ferrous alloys. It is made by smelting a mixture of high purity quartz or silica and high purity coke or coal in an electric arc furnace. The resulting product is a combination of iron, silicon, and carbon, with the carbon content typically ranging from 4% to 6%.
HCFeSi is primarily used as a deoxidizer and desulfurizer in the steelmaking process. Its high carbon content allows it to react with the oxygen and sulfur present in molten steel, removing these impurities and improving the quality of the final product. It is also used as an alloying agent, helping to increase the hardness and strength of steel.
HCFeSi is a relatively expensive material, and is typically only used in specialty applications where its unique properties are required. It is important to note that the use of HCFeSi in steelmaking must be carefully controlled, as excessive carbon content can lead to brittleness and other undesirable characteristics in the final product.
| Grade | Si % | C % | Al % | S % | P % | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCFeSi60 | 55-65 | 0.5 max | 1.5 max | 0.02 max | 0.04 max | 10-50 mm |
| HCFeSi65 | 60-70 | 0.5 max | 1.5 max | 0.02 max | 0.04 max | 10-50 mm |
| HCFeSi70 | 65-75 | 0.5 max | 1.5 max | 0.02 max | 0.04 max | 10-50 mm |
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