Ferro Silicon
Ferrosilicon is an alloy of iron and silicon, containing 15% to 90% silicon by weight. It appears as a gray, crystalline solid metal. Ferrosilicon with silicon content up to about 15% is produced in blast furnaces while high grade is produced by reducing silica (quartz) with coke in electric arc furnaces, using scrap iron as the iron source. The most common commercial grades are 15%, 45%, 75%, and 90% silicon content.
Relief Ceramic Bowls Parameters:
| Manufacturer | Lianyuan |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Bowls |
| Pattern | Diamond Relief Texture & Floral Pattern |
| Color | Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue |
| Material | Durable Porcelain |
| Craftsmanship | Embossed, In-glazed Decal |
| Application | Microwave and Dishwasher Safe, Oven Safe |
| Custom | Color/Size/Logo/Package |
Product Description
What is Ferrosilicon?
Ferrosilicon is an alloy of iron and silicon, containing 15% to 90% silicon by weight. It appears as a gray, crystalline solid metal. Ferrosilicon with silicon content up to about 15% is produced in blast furnaces while high grade is produced by reducing silica (quartz) with coke in electric arc furnaces, using scrap iron as the iron source. The most common commercial grades are 15%, 45%, 75%, and 90% silicon content.
Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
| Melting Point | ~1200–1360°C (varies with Si content) |
| Density | 3.44–6.76 g/cm³ (decreases as silicon content increases) |
| Appearance | Gray crystalline solid |
Key Applications
Deoxidizer: Removes oxygen from molten steel to improve quality and prevent carbon loss (known as “blocking the heat”)
Alloying Agent: Adds silicon to produce carbon steels, stainless steels, and other ferrous alloys
Graphitization Promoter: In cast iron production, it accelerates graphite formation, improving casting properties
Silicon Steel Production: Essential for manufacturing electrical steel used in electromotors and transformer cores
Welding: Found in some electrode coatings for arc welding applications
Typical Specifications (Grade 75#)
| Element | Content |
| Silicon (Si) | 75% min |
| Aluminum (Al) | 1.5% max |
| Carbon (C) | 0.2% max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.02% max |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.04% max |
Available Sizes: 10–50mm, 10–100mm, or as customized
Packaging & Supply
Packaging: Ton bags or customized per request
MOQ: 20 MT
Lead Time: 3–7 days
Contact Us
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- Anyang City,Henan Province,China