Products Description
Ferro Silicon Barium (FeSiBa) is a specialized inoculant alloy used in the foundry industry to improve the quality of grey and ductile cast iron. By combining silicon and barium, FeSiBa promotes uniform graphite nucleation, reduces chill depth, and enhances mechanical strength. Its strong anti-fade properties make it particularly effective for both ladle and in-stream inoculation, ensuring consistent metallurgical quality even in extended pouring conditions.
Specification
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Silicon (Si) | 65 – 75 |
| Barium (Ba) | 2 – 6 |
| Calcium (Ca) | 1 – 2 |
| Aluminum (Al) | ≤ 2 |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.5 |
Sizes: 0.2–1mm, 1–3mm, 3–8mm, or customized
Packing: 25kg woven bags or 1MT jumbo bags
Standard: Produced under ISO-certified quality systems
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Excellent Inoculation Efficiency – Strong graphite nucleation ability for refined structure.
Superior Anti-Chill Performance – Reduces chill depth in thin-section castings.
High Fade Resistance – Maintains inoculation effect during delayed pouring.
Clean Melting Behavior – Low slag generation for improved casting surface finish.
Flexible Application – Suitable for both grey and ductile iron production.
What Makes a High-Quality Ferro Silicon Barium?
A premium FeSiBa inoculant should have:
Accurate Chemical Composition – Optimized Ba and Si levels for consistent performance.
Low Impurity Levels – Minimal Al and C to reduce slag and oxidation.
Uniform Granule Size – Ensures even dissolution in molten iron.
Good Thermal Stability – Withstands high-temperature conditions without degradation.
Proven Performance Data – Backed by foundry test results and metallurgical analysis.
How to Test the Effectiveness of an Inoculant?
Effectiveness can be evaluated through:
Thermal Analysis (Cooling Curve Method): Measures undercooling and graphite nucleation points.
Metallographic Examination: Checks graphite morphology, size, and distribution.
Chill Wedge Test: Compares chill depth before and after inoculation.
Mechanical Property Testing: Evaluates tensile strength, hardness, and elongation improvements.
Casting Defect Rate Analysis: Monitors reduction in shrinkage, porosity, and surface defects.
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