Chromium Ingot Description
Chromium is a kind of lightweight metal with blue-silvery white color. It is lustrous, hard, and brittle with high corrosion resistance and a high melting point. Chromium is remarkable for its magnetic properties: it is the only elemental solid which shows antiferromagnetic ordering at room temperature (and below).
Chromium Ingot Specifications
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Shape
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Ingot
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Size
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As required
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Melting Point (℃)
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1900
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Boiling Point (℃)
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2672
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Density @ 20℃ (g/cm3)
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7.15
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Crystal Structure
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Body-centered cubic
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Purity %
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99.8, 99.95, 99.99, etc.
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Typical Chemical Composition (wt%):
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Cr
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Fe
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Al
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Si
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Cu
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S
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C
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O
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N
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Pb
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P
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99.95
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0.025
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0.0048
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0.0037
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<0.005
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≤0.005
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≤0.02
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≤0.10
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≤0.03
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≤0.001
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<0.005
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Chromium Ingot Applications
With high corrosion resistance, chromium metal is widely used as all kinds of protective coating. With high resistance to hot gases, it is used as components in high-temperature fuel cells. Besides, in combustion equipment, chromium is used as a wear-resistant coating to increase the service life of specific components.
Chromium metal is also used as a brilliant decorative coating for operating elements on appliances or for jewelry.
Chromium Ingot Packaging
Our Chromium metal products are clearly tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.
Chromium Ingot FAQs
Q1: What is a Chromium Ingot?
A1: A Chromium Ingot is a solid block of high-purity chromium metal that has been cast into a specific shape for ease of storage, handling, and further processing. It is widely used in various industrial applications due to its unique properties.
Q2: How is a Chromium Ingot produced?
A2: Chromium Ingots are produced through a series of steps:
- Extraction: Chromium is extracted from chromite ore through chemical and metallurgical processes.
- Purification: The extracted chromium is refined to remove impurities and achieve the desired purity level.
- Casting: The purified chromium is melted and cast into ingots of specific shapes and sizes.
Q3: How does Chromium Ingot compare to other forms of chromium?
A3: Chromium Ingots offer a convenient form for storage, handling, and further processing into various products. Compared to chromium powder or flakes, ingots are easier to transport and handle, especially in large quantities.
