FERRO CHROME

Ferro Chrome

Ferrochrome (FeCr) is an alloy of chromium and iron containing between 50% and 70% chromium. The manufacturer of stainless steel & tool steel are the largest consumer of ferrochrome and charge chrome. It is chromium that confers upon stainless steel its remarkable corrosion resistance.

Specification High Carbon Ferro Chrome Low Carbon Ferro Chrome
Chromium 60% Min 70% Min
Carbon 8.5% Max 0.1% Max
Silicon 3.5% Max 1.0% Max
Phosphorus 0.04% Max 0.02% Max
Sulphur 0.05% Max 0.02% Max