This specification covers two types of ferrochromium designated as high carbon and low carbon, the latter including nitrogen-bearing and vacuum grades. The grades which are available in different sizes shall conform to the required chemical composition for chromium, carbon, silicon, sulfur, phosphorus, and nitrogen.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers two types of ferrochromium designated as high carbon and low carbon, the latter including nitrogen-bearing and vacuum grades.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

Keywords

ferroalloys; ferrochromium; high carbon; low carbon; nitrogen-bearing; vacuum low carbon; Chromium alloying additives; Ferrochromium; Ferrous metals/alloys--specifications; Stainless steel alloying additives (chromium);

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 77.100 (Ferroalloys)

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