Flammability
No
Chemical Formula
MgFeSi
melting point
1210°C - 1380°C
دمای جوش
2355°C
Volumetric mass
2.4 to 5.1
Color
Dark Gray
12
Mg
Magnesium
24.310
14
Si
Silicon
28.086
13
Al
Aluminum
26.982
20
Ca
Calsium
40.078
26
Fe
Iron
55.840
What is Magnesium Ferrosilicon?
Magnesium Ferrosilicon (FeSiMg) is a ferroalloy comprised of Iron (Fe), Silicon (Si), Magnesium (Mg), and trace amounts of other metals. This material is widely used in metallurgical processes and alloy production due to its ability to introduce silicon and Magnesium elements into various alloys. One of its primary applications is in the production of ductile iron, where the addition of Magnesium Ferrosilicon to molten iron promotes the formation of graphite nodules. These nodules enhance the strength and toughness of cast iron by preventing crack propagation, thereby improving its mechanical properties.
Applications
Nucleating Agent and Mechanical Improvement of Cast Iron
Inoculant in Ductile Cast Iron Production
Alloying Agent in Cast Iron Parts
Laboratory Parameters
Ferrosilico Magnesium exhibits various physical and chemical properties. Some of these properties include:
- Melting Point: Varies from 1210°C to 1380°C depending on the silicon content and impurities.
- Boiling Point: Around 2355°C for all types of Magnesium Ferrosilicon.
- Color: Ranges from silver to dark gray.
- Odor:
- Solubility: Reacts with water, producing hydrogen gas.
- Combustibility: Dust particles are combustible.
- Volumetric Mass: Typically ranges from 2.4 g/cm³ to 5.1 g/cm³, proportional to the silicon content.
Granulation and Grades
Magnesium Ferrosilicon can be classified into different grain sizes, but the main characteristics remain consistent across all classes. This product, manufactured by Iran Ferrosilice, is available in three grain sizes: 1-5 mm, 5-15 mm, and 5-30 mm.
- Fine (1-5 mm)
- Medium (5-15 mm)
- Coarse (5-30 mm)
MgFeSi
Magnesium Ferrosilicon 15-30 mm
MgFeSi
Magnesium Ferrosilicon 5-15 mm
MgFeSi
Magnesium Ferrosilicon 1-5 mm
Packages
produced Ferrosilicon by Iran’s ferrosilicon factory can be sold in the following two ways based on the type of granularity, volume and customer demands:
- Barrel – 40 Kg
- Big Bag – 1000 Kg
