Technical library
Aluminum hemispherical granules used in the steel industry as a deoxidizer. Steelmaking requires removal of dissolved oxygen from molten steel; aluminum and silicon are the most critical deoxidizing agents. Beyond deoxidation, aluminum increases toughness and controls grain size.
| 1 | Geometric Shape | Hemispherical |
| 2 | Applicable Standards | ASTM B209 / DIN EN 485 |
| 3 | Base Element | Aluminum (Purity 95%–98%, based on customer order) |
| 4 | Alloying Elements | Mg · Si · Cu · Zn (depending on alloy grade) |
| 5 | Density | ~2.7 g/cm³ |
| 6 | Diameter | 75 – 90 mm |
| 7 | Approximate Weight | 500 g |
| 8 | Color | Metallic Silver |
| 9 | Production Process | Casting / Forging |
| 10 | Melting Point | 660 °C |
All data set out on this page is given for information purposes only. Final chemical composition may be adjusted within the standard range according to customer requirements.
| Silicon | max 0.75 |
| Iron | max 1.5 |
| Copper | max 0.5 |
| Manganese | max 0.25 |
| Magnesium | max 0.25 |
| Zinc | max 0.25 |
| Other elements, each | max 0.25 |
| Other elements, total | max 0.25 |
| Aluminum | min 96 |
All data set out on this page is given for information purposes only. Final chemical composition may be adjusted within the standard range according to customer requirements.
Packaging
Bulk bags / palletized per customer requirement.