The materials used in induction furnace include:
1. Steel scrap: Steel scrap is one of the main raw materials used in induction furnaces for steelmaking. It is recycled steel that has been collected from various sources, such as discarded steel products or manufacturing waste.
2. Iron scrap or/and pig iron: Iron scrap, similar to steel scrap, is recycled iron that has been collected from various sources. Pig iron, on the other hand, is a type of iron that is obtained from the smelting of iron ore in a blast furnace. Both iron scrap and pig iron can be used as a source of iron in the induction furnace.
3. Sponge iron: Sponge iron, also known as direct reduced iron (DRI), is a type of iron ore that has been reduced to its metallic form by removing oxygen. It is used as a substitute for traditional iron ore in some steelmaking processes, including induction furnaces.
4. Carburizer: Carburizers are carbon-containing materials that are added to the induction furnace to increase the carbon content in the steel being produced. This is important for achieving the desired properties and composition of the final steel product.
5. Additives: Additives are various substances that are added to the induction furnace to modify the properties of the steel being produced. These additives can include alloys, fluxes, and deoxidizers, among others. They help to control the chemical composition, cleanliness, and other characteristics of the steel.
It is important to note that the specific materials used in an induction furnace may vary depending on factors such as the desired steel composition, the availability of raw materials, and the specific requirements of the steelmaking process being used.
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