DESCRIPTION
High Carbon Silicon (HCFeSi) has several important uses in the steelmaking industry and other applications, including:
- Deoxidizer and Desulfurizer: HCFeSi is commonly used as a deoxidizer and desulfurizer in the steelmaking process. Its high carbon content allows it to react with oxygen and sulfur in molten steel, removing impurities and improving the quality of the final product.
- Alloying agent: HCFeSi can be used as an alloying agent to increase the hardness and strength of steel. Its high silicon content provides several benefits, including improved corrosion resistance and increased magnetic permeability.
- Nodularizer: HCFeSi can be used as a nodularizer in the production of ductile iron. It helps to promote the formation of nodules, which are essential for achieving the desired mechanical properties in the final product.
- Chemical industry: HCFeSi is also used in the chemical industry as a reducing agent in the production of silicon compounds, such as silicones and silanes.
- Foundry industry: HCFeSi is used in the foundry industry to improve the quality of castings, particularly in the production of ductile iron.
Carbon (C) content: 4-6%
Silicon (Si) content: 70-75%
Iron (Fe) content: 20-25%
Aluminum (Al) content: <2%
Calcium (Ca) content: <1%
Phosphorus (P) content: <0.05%
Sulfur (S) content: <0.05%
Density: 3.0-3.2 g/cm3
Particle size: 3-50 mm
Melting point: ~1414°C (2577°F)
Color: Dark grey to black