What is Low Carbon Ferrochrome?

Low Carbon Ferrochrome (LC FeCr) is a ferroalloy composed mainly of chromium and iron, with a carbon content typically below 0.10%, and sometimes as low as 0.03%. It is produced by reducing chromium ore (chromite) with silicon or aluminum in an electric arc furnace or through a metallothermic process.  

Key Properties & Applications 
- Stainless Steel Production: LC FeCr is essential in manufacturing austenitic and duplex stainless steels, where low carbon content prevents carbide precipitation and improves corrosion resistance.  
- High-Performance Alloys: Used in aerospace, chemical, and medical industries due to its high chromium content (60-75%) and minimal impurities.  
- Superalloys & Special Steels: Enhances heat resistance and mechanical strength in high-temperature applications.  

Grades & Specifications
Common grades include:  
- FeCr60%C0.1 (60% Cr, ≤0.1% C)  
- FeCr60%C0.06 (60% Cr, ≤0.06% C)  
- FeCr65%C0.1 (65% Cr, ≤0.1% C)  
- FeCr70-75%C0.03 (70-75% Cr, ≤0.03% C) 
- FeCr70-75%C0.05 (70-75% Cr, ≤0.05% C) 
- FeCr70-75%C0.06 (70-75% Cr, ≤0.06% C) 
Other elements like silicon, phosphorus, and sulfur are also tightly controlled.  

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