FeSi 55/65 | Premium Silicon Iron for Steelmaking, Deoxidation, Foundry & Alloy Steel | 10–220mm Industrial Grade
In steelmaking and foundry operations, precise silicon control is critical to:
- Achieve effective deoxidation and minimize oxygen-related defects
- Maintain consistent chemical composition in carbon and alloy steels
- Stabilize graphitization and melt quality in gray and ductile iron
- Reduce costs associated with re-alloying or inconsistent silicon recovery
FeSi 55/65 from ZhenAn provides premium-grade industrial FeSi with controlled particle sizing, ensuring efficient steel refining, precise alloying, and reliable casting results.
- Silicon (Si): approx. 55%
- Moderate deoxidation power for carbon steel and low-alloy steel
- Supports gray iron and ductile iron casting
- Optimized for cost-efficient and predictable furnace operation
- Silicon (Si): approx. 65%
- Stronger deoxidizer for medium and high-alloy steels
- Faster melting with higher silicon recovery
- Suitable for stainless steel, low-oxygen steels, and specialty alloy applications
Selecting the appropriate grade ensures stable steel chemistry, optimized alloying, and predictable metallurgical performance.
| Element | FeSi 55 (%) | FeSi 65 (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Silicon (Si) | 53.0-58.0 | 63.0-68.0 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance | Balance |
| Aluminum (Al) | ≤ 2.0 | ≤ 2.0 |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.30 | ≤ 0.25 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.04 | ≤ 0.04 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.02 | ≤ 0.02 |
- 10-50mm - fine granules for rapid dissolution in ladle or secondary metallurgy
- 10-100mm - standard granules for EAF, BOF, and foundry furnace charging
- 10-220mm - coarse granules for bulk furnace addition and slower silicon release
Controlled particle sizing minimizes fines, improves silicon recovery, and ensures uniform melting, supporting industrial consistency.
- Primary and secondary deoxidation in carbon and alloy steels
- Silicon trimming for precise chemical control
- Reduces inclusions and supports clean steel production
- Promotes graphitization in gray and ductile iron
- Stabilizes melt fluidity and improves casting surface quality
- Provides predictable silicon input for repeatable foundry results
- Base silicon source for specialty alloys
- Reducing agent in metallurgical reactions
- Raw material for silicon-based chemical applications
ZhenAn produces FeSi 55/65 using submerged electric arc furnace technology, combining:
- High-purity quartz as silicon source
- Low-impurity carbon reductants
- Controlled smelting, tapping, and cooling cycles
Post-production processes include crushing, grading, magnetic separation, and batch chemical verification, ensuring industrial-grade consistency and reliable silicon recovery.
Each batch undergoes stringent quality checks:
- Stable silicon content
- Low phosphorus and sulfur levels
- Controlled aluminum and carbon content
- Uniform particle size distribution
This guarantees efficient furnace operation, optimized alloy usage, and consistent metallurgical results.
- 1 MT jumbo bags
- 25 kg palletized bags
- Bulk shipment for long-term industrial supply
Packaging protects against moisture and oxidation, maintaining FeSi 55/65 quality during storage and transport.
- 30+ years of ferroalloy manufacturing expertise
- Specialized in steelmaking-grade, foundry-grade, and alloying FeSi
- Flexible specifications and particle sizing
- Reliable long-term industrial supply
ZhenAn partners with industrial buyers who require stable metallurgical performance, high silicon recovery, and consistent industrial-grade quality.
FeSi 55 provides moderate silicon content for standard alloy steel and cast iron, while FeSi 65 offers higher silicon content, faster melting, and stronger deoxidation for high-grade and specialty steels.
10-50mm fine granules are ideal for rapid and uniform dissolution, while 10-100mm / 10-220mm granules are suitable for bulk furnace charging.
Yes. Both grades enhance graphitization, melt stability, and casting quality.
Through submerged electric arc furnace smelting, batch chemical verification, and precise particle sizing.
Yes. ZhenAn can adjust silicon content, impurity limits, and granule sizes according to steel grade, furnace type, or metallurgical process.
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