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Calcium Silicide

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MOQ : 50 Kilograms

Calcium Silicide Specification

Impurity Content (%)
Max 2-3%

Dimensions
Customizable

Mesh Size
0-10 mm / 10-60 mm / As required

Product Type
Inorganic Compound

Alloy
No

Shape
Lumps, Granules, Powder

Size
Lumps, Powder

Weight
25 kg / 50 kg / Bulk

Application
Deoxidizer, Desulfurizer in Steel Industry

Color
Grey to Dark Grey

Calcium Content (%)
28-31%

CAS Number
12013-56-8

Solubility
Insoluble in water

Chemical Formula
CaSi

HS Code
28500090

Packing Type
HDPE Bags / Jumbo Bags

Melting Point
900 - 1000°C

Silicon Content (%)
52-65%

Shelf Life
24 months

Density
2.5 g/cm³ (approx)

Calcium Silicide Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
50 Kilograms

Supply Ability
50 Kilograms metric ton Per Month

Delivery Time
1 Week

About Calcium Silicide

Calcium Silicide

We are engaged in offering our clients with a qualitative range of Ferro Silicon Calcium/ Calcium Silicide. These are used for various purposes such as alloying element & a deoxidizer in different industrial applications. Our range is aloe offered in different compositions, grades and finishes.

Specifications :

Product

Specification

Size

Packing

Origin

Ferro Silicon Calcium/ Calcium Silicide

Ca: 30-32%

Si: 55-60%

C: 1% max

Al: 2% max

Fe: 5% max

S: 0.05% max

P: 0.05 max

10-50mm

(90% min)

1 MT

Jumbo Bag

China

Brazil

Versatile Industrial Applications

Calcium Silicide finds its primary application as a deoxidizer and desulfurizer in the steel industry, enhancing metal quality by removing oxygen and sulfur impurities. Its effectiveness is recognized across various metallurgical processes, helping steel manufacturers achieve desired material properties. The products customizable size, mesh, and packaging options make it ideal for diverse industrial requirements.

Quality Assurance and Reliable Supply

With a guaranteed shelf life of 24 months and maximum impurity content kept at 2-3%, Calcium Silicide ensures consistent performance throughout its use. Careful packaging in HDPE or jumbo bags maintains product integrity during storage and transport. Available in different weight and mesh sizes, this product meets the unique needs of clients worldwide, supported by reliable supply chains from India.

FAQs of Calcium Silicide:

Q: How is Calcium Silicide typically used in the steel industry?

A: Calcium Silicide is primarily employed as a deoxidizer and desulfurizer during steel manufacturing. It reacts with oxygen and sulfur in molten steel, effectively removing these unwanted elements to enhance steel purity and performance.

Q: What are the main benefits of using Calcium Silicide in metallurgical processes?

A: Using Calcium Silicide improves the quality of steel by minimizing oxide and sulfide inclusions. This leads to better mechanical properties, reduced brittleness, and increased reliability of the final product.

Q: What packaging options are available for Calcium Silicide?

A: Calcium Silicide is available in HDPE bags, jumbo bags, and bulk packaging. Standard packing weights include 25 kg and 50 kg bags, with custom sizes also offered to meet specific customer requirements.

Q: When should Calcium Silicide be added during steel manufacturing?

A: It is typically introduced during the secondary steelmaking stage, after initial melting, when deoxidation and desulfurization are most effective for refining the melt before casting.

Q: Where is Calcium Silicide sourced and supplied from?

A: Calcium Silicide is manufactured, exported, imported, and supplied by multiple companies in India, ensuring a reliable global supply chain for steel producers worldwide.

Q: What mesh sizes and forms does Calcium Silicide come in?

A: The product is available in mesh sizes ranging from 0-10 mm and 10-60 mm, and can be supplied as lumps, granules, or powder, depending on the applications demands.

Q: How should Calcium Silicide be stored to ensure maximum shelf life?

A: Store Calcium Silicide in tightly sealed HDPE or jumbo bags, away from moisture and corrosive substances, to maintain its quality and ensure full effectiveness for up to 24 months.

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