Pure Iron Billet for Melting
Pure iron billet is used as a controlled iron raw material for melting, remelting, alloy production and special steel manufacturing.
When the chemistry of the final melt needs to be kept within a specific range, the starting iron material is worth paying attention to. A defined Fe content, controlled carbon level and regular billet size can make charge preparation and material calculation more straightforward.
Our melting-grade pure iron billets are supplied in standard and customized sizes for different furnace charging requirements.
Pure Iron Billet – Product Information
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | Pure Iron Billet |
| Application | Melting / Remelting |
| Fe Content | ≥99.90%–99.95% |
| Grade | YT01 / Custom |
| Carbon | According to agreed specification |
| Shape | Square or rectangular billet |
| Standard Size | 70 × 70 × 300 mm |
| Custom Size | Available |
| Surface | Black / Processed |
| Origin | China |
| Packaging | Export packing |
The chemical composition and billet dimensions can be confirmed before production according to the customer's requirements.
Why Pure Iron Billet for Melting?
For a melting operation, the raw material is more than just a source of iron. Its composition becomes part of the calculation for the entire charge.
Pure iron billet can be useful when the iron input needs to be clearly defined before alloying or refining.
Controlled Starting Chemistry
A specified Fe content gives the melting process a known iron base. This is helpful when other elements are added to reach a target alloy composition.
If your process has limits for carbon, sulfur, phosphorus, silicon or other residual elements, these requirements should be confirmed when selecting the material.
Low Carbon Option
Carbon can be difficult to remove once it enters the melt. For low-carbon alloys and other applications with tighter carbon requirements, starting with a low-carbon iron material can simplify the charge calculation.
The carbon specification of the billet can be agreed according to the required grade.
Regular Billet Size
A regular billet is easier to stack, move and prepare for furnace charging than loose or irregular iron pieces.
Our standard size is 70 × 70 × 300 mm. Other dimensions can be discussed if your furnace or charging system requires a different size.
Less Uncertainty in the Charge
The composition of mixed scrap can vary with its source. This may introduce residual elements that are not part of the intended alloy.
Using a specified pure iron billet gives the iron portion of the charge a clearer starting point.
Applications of Pure Iron Billet
Pure iron billets are mainly used where iron is required as a defined raw material for a subsequent melting or metallurgical process.
Alloy Melting
Used as an iron source when producing alloys with a specified chemical composition.
Special Steel Production
Suitable for selected special steel and low-carbon material production where control of the starting chemistry is important.
Remelting
Pure iron billet can be used as a feedstock for remelting and composition adjustment.
Precision Casting
For casting applications that require a defined raw material composition, pure iron can be included in the initial melt according to the target chemistry.
Soft Magnetic Materials
Pure iron is also used as an iron source for selected magnetic and electromagnetic material production. The required composition depends on the final material.
Is Pure Iron Billet Suitable for Your Melting Process?
Before ordering, four points are worth checking.
1. Fe Content
What Fe content does your final product require?
2. Carbon
Is there a maximum carbon level for your melting process?
3. Other Impurities
Do you have specific limits for S, P, Si, Mn or other elements?
4. Billet Size
What dimensions are suitable for your furnace and charging method?
If you already have a chemical specification, previous MTC, drawing or material requirement, it can be used as the reference for the billet specification.
Pure Iron Billet vs. Mixed Scrap
Pure iron billet and scrap are used for different purposes. The right choice depends on the melting process and the required final chemistry.
| Consideration | Pure Iron Billet | Mixed Scrap |
|---|---|---|
| Fe content | Specified | Can vary |
| Carbon | Controlled by grade | Depends on source |
| Residual elements | Defined by specification | May be uncertain |
| Shape | Regular billet | Often irregular |
| Charge calculation | More predictable | May require sorting |
| Material preparation | Relatively straightforward | Depends on scrap condition |
For general steelmaking, scrap can be a practical charge material. For controlled melting, however, a defined pure iron source may make more sense.
Custom Pure Iron Billet
A standard billet size does not work for every furnace.
We can discuss customized requirements such as:
Fe content
Carbon limit
Sulfur and phosphorus limits
Other chemical elements
Billet width and thickness
Cutting length
Surface condition
Packaging method
For repeat orders, the same agreed specification can be maintained to make incoming material inspection easier.
Custom Size Example
70 × 70 × 300 mm
This is one of the available sizes. If you need a different length or cross-section, please provide your required dimensions.
Chemical Composition
The actual chemical composition should be confirmed according to the agreed material grade and production requirements.
For customers with strict chemistry requirements, we recommend confirming the limits for:
Fe:Balance
C:0.0023
S:0.009
P:0.005
Si:0.012
Mn:0.026
Other specified residual elements
Rather than choosing a pure iron billet only by its Fe percentage, the complete chemical specification should be considered.
Surface and Processing
The billet surface may be supplied in a black or processed condition depending on the production and cutting requirements.
The material can be cut to the required length after billet production.
If surface condition is important to your melting or subsequent processing, this requirement can be confirmed before production.
Packaging for International Shipment
Pure iron billets are packed with consideration for moisture, surface oxidation and handling during transportation.
Typical export packaging may include:
Rust-preventive treatment
Plastic film
Strapping
Moisture-proof protection
Wooden pallets or wooden crates
The packing method can be adjusted according to the order quantity and transportation requirements.
Quality Check Before Shipment
For industrial raw materials, chemical composition is one of the most important things to check.
Before shipment, the material specification can be checked against the agreed requirements. Customers with specific chemistry limits can confirm these requirements before production.
For repeat purchases, keeping the same specification helps maintain consistency between batches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is pure iron billet used for?
Pure iron billet is mainly used as a raw material for melting, remelting, alloy production, special steel manufacturing and selected casting applications.
What Fe content is available?
The melting-grade pure iron billet listed on this page has an Fe content of ≥99.90%–99.95%. Other specifications can be discussed according to the application.
What is the standard billet size?
The standard size is 70 × 70 × 300 mm. Custom dimensions are also available.
Can pure iron billet be used for furnace charging?
Yes. Pure iron billet can be used as furnace charge material when the billet size and chemical composition are suitable for the customer's melting process.
Why use pure iron instead of mixed scrap?
The main reason is composition control. Pure iron billet provides a more clearly specified iron input, while the composition of mixed scrap may vary depending on its source.
Can you make low-carbon pure iron billet?
Yes, carbon requirements can be discussed according to the required grade and application. If you have a maximum carbon limit, please provide it with your inquiry.
Can the billet size be customized?
Yes. Billet dimensions can be customized according to the customer's furnace charging and handling requirements.
What information should I provide when asking for a quotation?
You can provide:
Fe content + chemical requirements + billet size + quantity + application.
If you have a material specification or existing chemical analysis, sending it together will make the specification easier to confirm.
Need a Specific Melting Specification?
If you are sourcing pure iron billet for a particular melting process, you do not need to start with a complicated inquiry.
Just send us:
Required Fe content
Carbon limit
Impurity requirements
Billet size
Quantity
We can review the requirements and confirm the suitable pure iron billet specification.
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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.
