Silicon manganese (SiMn) is used as an additive in the production of steel. It is produced by heating a mixture of manganese ore, silicon dioxide, and iron oxide. SiMn is used as a deoxidizer an...
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Silicon manganese (SiMn) is used as an additive in the production of steel. It is produced by heating a mixture of manganese ore, silicon dioxide, and iron oxide.
SiMn is used as a deoxidizer and desulfurizer in steel production. It helps in removing impurities such as oxygen and sulfur from the steel, thereby improving its quality. SiMn also increases the strength and toughness of the steel.
SiMn is usually added in small amounts to steel, typically around 1-2% by weight. However, the exact amount of SiMn added depends on the composition and properties desired for the steel.
SiMn can also be used in the production of other iron alloys such as ferromanganese, silicon iron, and ferrosilicon. These alloys are used in various applications such as the production of cast iron, steel, and aluminum.
grade | Mn min | Si min | P max | S max | C max |
Mn65Si17 | 65 | 17 | 0.25 | 0.04 | 2.5 |
Mn60Si14 | 60 | 14 | 0.3 | 0.05 | 2.5 |
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