Introduction to High Carbon Ferrochrom Powder
Ferrochrom (FeCr) is an alloy of chromium and iron with a chromium content ranging from 50 % to 70 % by weight. Ferrochrom is produced by the carbothermic reduction of chromite using an electric arc. The majority of the ferrochrom produced globally originates from South Africa, Kazakhstan and India, which possess extensive domestic chromite reserves. Increasing quantities are also produced in Russia and China. Steel production is the largest consumer of ferrochrom, particularly in the manufacture of stainless steel containing 10 to 20 % chromium. Chromium (Cr) is a chemical element in the periodic table.
High Carbon Ferrochrom Powder Specification
Item Code
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Chemical Composition in %
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Cr
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C
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Si
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P
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S
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min
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max
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FeCr55C6
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58.0–65.0
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7.0–9.0
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3
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0.04
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0.04
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FeCr60C8
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68.0–71.0
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8.0
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1.5
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0.04
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0.04
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Size
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–40 mesh ~ –80 mesh, –100 mesh
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Applications of High Carbon Ferrochrom Powder
- Manufacture of stainless steel: HCFC is a vital constituent in the production of stainless steel.
- Armouring and abrasion resistance: HCFC can be utilised to produce wear-resistant surfaces on mechanical components such as gears, shafts and industrial machinery.
- Welding electrodes: HFCKW is employed as an essential component in the manufacturing of welding electrodes.
- Refractories and foundry applications: HFCKW can be applied to enhance the high-temperature properties of refractory materials and castings.
- Alloying agent: HFCKW is used as an alloying element in the production of various steel and cast iron alloys.
- Aerospace and automotive industries: HFCKW is applied in these sectors due to its high-temperature and corrosion resistance.
Packaging of High Carbon Ferrochrom Powder
1) In steel drums of 50 kg; 2) In woven sacks of 1 000 kg