Theoretical basis
Refining of stainless steels
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Theoretical basis
Refining of stainless steels

Author : Pierre-Jean CUNAT

Publication date: March 10, 2008 | Lire en français

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2. Theoretical basis

The main operation in stainless steel refining is decarburization. This involves reducing the carbon content from around 1.5% to a final value of around 0.03%, or even 0.01%. Decarburization is carried out by oxygen blowing, but for chromium-rich charges, it is absolutely necessary to reduce the partial pressure of carbon monoxide if massive chromium oxidation is to be avoided.

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