Graphite Electrode Coating

Product Introduction:

Normally, the use of graphite electrodes in steelmaking with electric arc furnaces depends on the technology used and other effective parameters. In this way, the consumption coefficient of graphite electrodes will have a value in the range of 1.5 to 4 kg per ton. Due to the relatively high share of graphite electrode in the

finished steel price, reducing the consumption coefficient of graphite electrode is one of the most important goals in steel factories with electric arc furnaces and Ladle (cauldron) Refining Furnaces (LRF). In order to achieve this goal, there are different solutions, including protecting the electrode from oxidation or delaying the oxidation of the electrode. Therefore, graphite electrode coating with Alcopat brand name has been designed and produced in this company.

After placing the coated electrode on the arc furnace by forming a strong adhesive layer on the surface of the electrode, it can be prevented that electrode surface from falling during the steel production process. The formed layer, while sticking to the surface of the electrode, will prevent the passage of oxygen to its surface; Also, on this layer, with the reaction between different components of the composition, a refractory layer is also formed. While this layer is a refractory layer, at high temperature it prevents the passage of heat and the reaction of oxygen in the atmosphere of the arc furnace with the layers below.

Advantages:

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