Steel

The steel industry primarily employs two production processes: the traditional integrated steel mill that refines iron into steel using a Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF), and the utilization of recycled steel and iron scrap as raw materials in an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF).

In both processes, Silicon Carbide serves as a crucial additive. It not only facilitates oxidation-reduction reactions but also improves the mechanical properties of steel. Moreover, Silicon Carbide offers a cost-effective alternative to the combination of ferrosilicon and carbon in steelmaking.

The roles of Silicon Carbide include:

– Removing oxygen from slag, thereby increasing the recoverability of iron;

– Generating heat to reach the desired tapping temperature and melting rate;

– Providing a source of carbon and silicon.

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