Ferro Molybdenum Feiyue Specification 10-100 Origin China 70 Ferromolybdenum Cast Iron Production

• Customization: Available
• Product Type: Lump
• Material: FeMo
• Model NO.: Ferro molybdenum
• Carbon Content: Low Carbon
• PCD: 100mm
• ET: 20mm
• Hole: 5
• Transport Package: Steel Drums
• Specification: 10-100
• Trademark: feiyue
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 7202700000
• Production Capacity: 1000
• Package Size: 100.00cm * 100.00cm * 100.00cm
• Package Gross Weight: 1000.000kg

Product Description

Ferro molybdenum ( Ferro moly ) is a high-performance alloy primarily composed of iron (Fe) and molybdenum (Mo). This crucial alloy is created by melting sources of iron and molybdenum, typically ferrosilicon and industrial-grade molybdenum oxide, in a furnace. The resultant alloy typically boasts a molybdenum content in the range of50% to 75%. Ferromolybdenum is not classified as a hazardous material for transportation, ensuring safe and compliant logistics.

Ferro molybdenum is a key additive in steelmaking and cast iron production, aimed at substantially boosting the hardenability, strength, and corrosion resistance of metal products. The molybdenum content significantly enhances the alloy's capacity to endure high temperatures, making it indispensable in industries such as automotive, construction, petroleum, and natural gas.

Physical and Chemical Properties of Ferro molybdenum

• Atomic weight of Molybdenum (Mo): 95.94. Outer electron configuration: 4d5s. Melting point: 2615°C. Boiling point: 4610°C. Density at 20°C: 10.2g/cm³.
• Solid Solutions and Intermetallic Compounds : Molybdenum forms α and γ solid solutions with iron, as well as two intermetallic compounds, ε(Fe7Mo6) and σ(FeMo).
• Composition : Industrial-grade ferro molybdenum generally contains about 60% Mo, with a melting temperature range between 1800 and 1900°C, and a density of approximately 9.0g/cm³.
• Role in Steel : Ferro molybdenum significantly enhances hardenability, thermal strength, resistance to temper embrittlement, residual magnetism, coercivity, and resistance to various corrosive media, like preventing pitting. It is widely utilized in multiple types of steel, including structural steel, spring steel, bearing steel, tool steel, stainless acid-resistant steel, heat-resistant steel, and magnetic steel, among others.
• Role in Cast Iron : Ferro molybdenum significantly boosts the strength and toughness of cast iron. When added between 0.25% to 1.25%, it can also facilitate the formation of a pearlitic matrix structure in medium to large castings. This makes it ideal for use in rolls and other wear-resistant castings.

Ferro molybdenum Chemical Composition

Brand	Chemical Compositions
	Mo	Si	S	P	C	Cu	Sb	Sn
	Min%	Max %
FeMo 70	65.0~75.0	1.5	0.1	0.05	0.1	0.5
FeMo60-A	55.0~65.0	1	0.1	0.04	0.1	0.5	0.04	0.04
FeMo60-B	55.0~65.0	1.5	0.1	0.05	0.1	0.5	0.05	0.06
FeMo60-C	55.0~65.0	2	0.15	0.05	0.2	1	0.08	0.08
FeMo60	>=60.0	2	0.1	0.05	0.15	0.05	0.04	0.04
FeMo55-A	>=55.0	1	0.1	0.08	0.2	0.5	0.05	0.06
FeMo55-B	>=55.0	1.5	0.15	0.1	0.25	1	0.08	0.08

 

FeMo is available in both lump and powder forms and can be customized to meet specific granularity requirements.

Smelting Method for Ferro molybdenum

Ferro molybdenum is typically smelted using the highly efficient metallothermic method.
The primary raw material for smelting ferro molybdenum is molybdenite (MoS2). Before smelting, molybdenum concentrate typically undergoes oxidative roasting in a multi-hearth furnace, producing roasted molybdenum concentrate with a sulfur content of less than 0.07%.
The smelting of ferro molybdenum typically employs a tried-and-true external furnace method. This cylindrical furnace, positioned on a sand base and lined with clay bricks, accommodates a charge composed of ferrosilicon containing 75% silicon, supplemented with a small amount of aluminum granules as a reducing agent. The smelting process begins with a top ignition technique: an igniter-such as saltpeter, aluminum shavings, or magnesium shavings-is applied to the charge's surface, initiating a vigorous ignition. Following this, the process includes a period of quiescence, slag tapping, and the removal of the furnace cylinder. The resulting ferro molybdenum ingots undergo initial cooling in a sand pit, followed by water cooling in a dedicated chamber, and are finally crushed and refined. Metal recovery rates are impressively high, ranging between 92% and 99%. In recent years, oxygen molybdenum briquettes have emerged as a popular alternative to ferro molybdenum within the steelmaking industry.

The Distinctive Advantages of Ferro Molybdenum (FeMo) Alloy

Ferromolybdenum stands as a vital additive in the manufacture of steel and corrosion-resistant alloys, indispensable for their enhanced quality and performance.

• It offers enhanced hardenability, resulting in superior performance across various applications.
• The alloy boasts superior high-temperature strength and exceptional creep resistance, making it ideal for demanding environments.
• Noteworthy for its significantly increased corrosion resistance, especially in the context of stainless steel.
• It effectively reduces temper embrittlement, thereby ensuring enhanced durability.
• Exhibits resistance to temper softening, maintaining optimal structural integrity.
• Furthermore, it improves weldability, facilitating smoother and more efficient manufacturing processes.

Diverse Applications of Ferro Molybdenum

Ferro molybdenum, an alloy of molybdenum and iron, serves a pivotal role as a molybdenum additive in steelmaking. Its addition fosters a uniform fine-grained structure and enhances hardenability, effectively eliminating temper embrittlement. In high-speed steels, molybdenum can partially substitute for tungsten. When combined with other alloying elements, molybdenum is extensively employed in the production of stainless steel, heat-resistant steel, acid-resistant steel, and tool steel, as well as in alloys with special physical properties. Moreover, incorporating molybdenum into cast iron significantly boosts its strength and wear resistance.

1. Steel Industry: Ferro molybdenum is a crucial additive in the production of high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel. Its applications span structural steel, automotive components, and machinery. By enhancing steel's toughness, hardenability, and corrosion resistance, ferro molybdenum is ideal for high-stress applications.
2. Aerospace Industry: Thanks to its robust high-temperature resistance and strength characteristics, ferro molybdenum is utilized in the aerospace industry for manufacturing vital jet engine components, such as turbine blades.
3. Chemical Industry: Ferro molybdenum functions as a vital catalyst in numerous chemical reactions, including the production of formaldehyde and acetic acid.
4. Electrical Industry: Its high melting point and excellent thermal conductivity make ferro molybdenum a preferred material in the production of high-temperature electrical components like heating elements and filaments.
5. Metallurgical Industry: Ferro molybdenum plays an essential role in the production of other molybdenum-based alloys, including molybdenum-tungsten and molybdenum-copper alloys, contributing significantly to the development of advanced metallurgical materials.

The predominant use of ferro molybdenum lies in the production of iron alloys, driven by its critical molybdenum content and versatile range. This indispensable additive is crucial for crafting specialized machine tools and equipment, military hardware, and refinery oil pipes. It enhances load-bearing components and rotary drills, and finds extensive applications in the automotive, trucking, locomotive, and maritime industries. Moreover, ferro molybdenum is vital in producing stainless steel and heat-resistant steel, which are essential materials for synthetic fuel and chemical plants, heat exchangers, generators, refinery equipment, pumps, turbine pipes, ship propellers, and storage containers for plastics and acids. In tool steels, a high proportion of ferro molybdenum elevates performance in high-speed machining parts, cold-working tools, drills, screwdrivers, molds, chisels, heavy castings, balls and rolling mills, rollers, cylinder blocks, and piston rings. This versatile material ensures superior quality and durability across a broad spectrum of industrial applications.

Ferro Molybdenum Price - HSferroalloy

In April, a significant rise in the price of stainless steel 316 ignited the enthusiasm of end buyers, resulting in a surge in demand for ferro molybdenum. This boost in market confidence has been transmitted upstream, with the price of molybdenum concentrate continuing to climb, consequently driving up costs. Simultaneously, ferro molybdenum factories, supported by a high volume of orders, are reluctant to lower their prices. As a result, the transaction price of ferro molybdenum is steadily rising, with the current bidding price nearing 220,000 yuan per ton. Spot transactions are occurring sporadically at 219,000 to 220,000 yuan per ton. Projections for next month indicate a slight increase in price, reflecting the strong market demand and limited supply.

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