At Steinmetal, we supply high-quality refractory porous plugs designed to improve ferrous casting processes and secondary liquid steel treatment. These components allow controlled injection of argon gas in induction furnaces, ladles, and converters, optimizing metallurgical cleanliness and metal bath homogeneity.
Controlled microstructure with high interconnected porosity ensuring uniform gas flow.
Adapted to different injection flow rates (low, medium, and high argon flow).
Superior (+1,600 °C) against repeated thermal shocks.
High density in refractory matrix, ensuring durability against erosion and corrosion.
| Advantages in Argon Injection | Industrial Applications |
|---|---|
| Effective mixing of the metal bath, avoiding segregations. | Induction furnaces in ferrous and nodular casting. |
| Elimination of dissolved gases (H₂, N₂, O₂) that affect steel quality. | Secondary refining processes in steel ladles. |
| Control of non-metallic inclusions, reducing internal defects. | Argon degassing in the steel industry. |
| Improvement of mechanical and structural properties in special steels. | Production of special and high-purity steels for automotive, construction, mining, and energy generation. |
Our porous plugs are manufactured under strict quality controls, ensuring stable argon flow, minimal obstruction, and longer operational life. We offer specialized technical advice to select the appropriate geometry and permeability for each process.
Steinmetal's porous plugs are an essential solution to optimize steel quality, reduce metallurgical defects, and improve efficiency in casting and steelmaking. Contact us today and take your casting and argon treatment process to a higher level.
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