Technical Specifications
| Property | Standard Value | Customization Available |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Content (Fe) | ≥ 99.5% - 99.9% | ✓ Custom purity grades |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.02% (typical) | ✓ Ultra-low carbon options |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.10% | ✓ Controlled for specific alloys |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 0.20% | ✓ Custom chemistry upon request |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.015% | ✓ Tighter control available |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.012% | ✓ Tighter control available |
| Diameter Range | 5.5mm - 20mm (hot rolled) | ✓ Custom diameters available |
| Coil Weight | 800kg - 1,800kg | ✓ Custom coil weights upon request |
| Surface Condition | Hot rolled, pickled, or coated | ✓ As required |
Why Choose Our Pure Iron Wire Rod for Alloy Smelting?
1. Consistent Chemistry You Can Trust
As the manufacturer, we maintain strict control throughout the steelmaking process-from raw material selection to final inspection. Unlike scrap or off-grade materials, our pure iron wire rod delivers predictable chemistry batch after batch, ensuring your alloy specifications are met consistently .
2. Low Tramp Elements for Critical Applications
For critical alloy additions, even trace elements can compromise performance. Our refining process minimizes harmful residuals that could affect magnetic properties, corrosion resistance, or mechanical behavior in your finished alloys .
3. Optimal Form for Alloying
The wire rod form offers distinct advantages in smelting:
High surface-to-volume ratio promotes rapid melting
Easy handling and weighing for precise ladle additions
Compact coil form for efficient storage and transport
4. Custom Chemistry Services
We understand that every alloy has unique requirements. Our team works directly with your metallurgists to produce wire rod with:
Specific carbon ranges for particular alloy systems
Controlled silicon for deoxidation balance
Manganese adjusted to your target chemistry
Ultra-low sulfur for critical applications
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why should I use pure iron wire rod instead of scrap or pig iron for alloying?
A: Scrap and pig iron contain unpredictable residual elements that can vary batch-to-batch. Our pure iron wire rod offers guaranteed low residuals, giving you precise control over your final alloy chemistry and reducing the risk of off-grade heats .
Q: What purity levels can you guarantee?
A: We offer standard grades of Fe ≥ 99.5% and Fe ≥ 99.8%. For demanding applications, we can achieve Fe ≥ 99.9% with correspondingly lower impurity limits. Contact us with your specific requirements .
Q: How should we store pure iron wire rod before use?
A: Store indoors in a dry environment, away from moisture and corrosive atmospheres. Keep the protective packaging intact until ready for use. If storage exceeds six months, inspect for surface oxidation before charging .
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