High Purity Furnace Pure Iron Ingots – Xinye Taiming
Ultra-Clean Feedstock for Precision Metallurgy
Product Overview
Xinye Taiming produces furnace-grade pure iron ingots with purity levels exceeding 99.99%, specifically engineered for foundries, specialty steelmakers, and high-temperature applications. Our ingots serve as the ultimate base material for alloys requiring ultra-low residuals, ensuring consistency in critical processes like vacuum induction melting (VIM) and electro-slag remelting (ESR).
Material Composition & Specifications
Chemical Composition:
| Element | Content (ppm) |
|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | ≥99.99% |
| Carbon (C) | ≤5 |
| Oxygen (O) | ≤8 |
| Nitrogen (N) | ≤3 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤1 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤1 |
| Total Impurities | <20 ppm |
Physical Properties:
Form: Standard 10–50kg ingots, or custom-cut blocks.
Density: 7.87 g/cm³ (non-porous, X-ray inspected).
Surface: Sandblasted finish to prevent oxidation during storage.
Melting Point: 1538°C (consistent ±2°C variation).
Manufacturing Process
Raw Material Selection:
Premium iron ore with <10ppm heavy metals (Pb, As, Sb).
Pre-screened scrap iron (optional for recycled-content grades).
Vacuum Arc Remelting (VAR):
Triple melting under 10⁻³ mbar vacuum to eliminate gaseous impurities.
Electromagnetic stirring ensures homogeneous composition.
Electro-Chemical Purification:
Molten iron treated with reactive slags (CaO-Al₂O₃-SiO₂) to absorb trace sulfur/phosphorus.
Ingot Casting:
Continuous casting with argon shielding to prevent surface contamination.
Controlled cooling rate (<5°C/min) to minimize internal stress.
Quality Control:
Glow discharge mass spectrometry (GDMS) for ppm-level impurity verification.
Compliance with ASTM A848, DIN 1743, and JIS G 2312 standards.
Key Applications
Specialty Steelmaking: Ultra-low carbon steels, silicon electrical steels.
Superalloys: Nickel/iron-based aerospace alloys (e.g., Inconel precursors).
Magnetic Materials: High-permeability cores, amorphous ribbon production.
Research & Standards: Certified reference materials (CRM) for calibration.
Additive Manufacturing: Spherical powder feedstock for laser bed fusion.
Competitive Advantages
Purity Guarantee: Batch-specific GDMS reports with traceability codes.
Flexible Formats:
Ingot sizes: 10kg, 25kg, 50kg (±0.5% weight tolerance).
Custom shapes: Rectangular, cylindrical, or trapezoidal.
Rapid Delivery: Stocked grades ship within 72 hours; custom orders in 10–15 days.
Sustainability: Option for 30–100% recycled-content ingots (with full impurity disclosure).
Certifications: IATF 16949, ISO 17025, and RoHS/REACH compliant.
FAQ
Q1: What is the hydrogen content in your ingots?
A: Hydrogen is controlled to ≤0.5ppm through vacuum degassing, ideal for hydrogen-sensitive applications.
Q2: Can ingots be machined into crucible charges?
A: Yes, we offer precision-turned chunks or pre-weighed charges for VIM/ESR furnaces.
Q3: Do you supply ingots for nuclear applications?
A: Yes, neutron-grade ingots (Co ≤0.1ppm, B ≤0.05ppm) available upon request.
Q4: How are ingots packaged to prevent rust?
A: Individually wrapped in VCI film, palletized with desiccant, and crated for ocean freight.
Q5: What is the maximum ingot size?
A: Standard production up to 500kg. Larger monoblocks (1–5 tons) require advance notice.
Package
Pure iron is typically packaged with rust-preventive oil, wrapped in plastic film, and secured with plastic or metal straps. It is then placed on wooden pallets or in wooden crates, sometimes using moisture-proof paper or vacuum packaging for extra protection during transportation and storage.
Transportation
At Taiyuan Xinye Taiming Manufacturing and Processing Co., Ltd., we efficiently deliver products worldwide, handle shipping and customs clearance, and ensure fast, safe, and hassle-free transportation to all parts of the world.
Partner
We are proud to have established strong, trusted partnerships with leading steel companies. These alliances have enabled us to enhance our operations, ensure the delivery of top-quality products, and maintain our industry leadership, driving excellence and innovation.
