Product Overview
Silicon Briquette is a high-performance metallurgical product made by compressing silicon powder, silicon slag, or silicon-based materials into uniform, spherical or pillow-shaped briquettes. It is widely used in steelmaking, foundries, and ferroalloy production as an effective deoxidizer, alloying agent, or exothermic agent. The briquetting process significantly reduces material loss and dust generation, improving overall smelting efficiency.
Key Features
Consistent Composition: Stable silicon content (typically between 30%–65% Si), customizable to meet specific application needs.
Uniform Size: Standard briquette size of 20mm–50mm, easy to handle, weigh, and feed into furnaces.
Low Dust & High Recovery: Briquetting minimizes fine particle loss, ensuring higher silicon yield during melting.
Fast Reaction: Rapid dissolution in molten metal due to high surface area and dense structure.
Environmentally Friendly: Reduces airborne dust, improving working conditions and meeting environmental standards.
Typical Applications
Deoxidation in Steelmaking: Effectively removes oxygen from molten steel, improving ingot quality.
Alloying Adjustment: Adjusts silicon content in iron and steel production with high precision.
Slag Reduction: Helps reduce oxidized slag and improves metal recovery.
Cupola or Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) Additive: Enhances thermal efficiency and melt fluidity.
Available Grades
| Grade | Si Content (%) | Size (mm) | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si-65 | 60–65 | 20–50 | Premium deoxidation for high-grade steel |
| Si-55 | 50–55 | 30–50 | General steelmaking and casting |
| Si-45 | 42–48 | 20–40 | Cost-effective option for slag reduction |
Other compositions (e.g., Si-Ca, Si-Al briquettes) available upon request.
Packaging & Storage
Packaging: 1 MT big bags, 25 kg small bags, or as per customer requirement.
Storage: Keep in dry, ventilated area; avoid moisture to prevent degradation.
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