Iron Vanadium Alloy 60 Percent Vanadium Chunks For Structural Steel Toughening And Deoxidizing
Iron vanadium alloy containing 60% vanadium in chunk form is purpose-built for structural steel applications that require both toughening and effective deoxidation. These medium-density chunks present a dark metallic hue and break down predictably in molten steel, releasing vanadium and assisting in scavenging oxygen and residual gases.
The 60% vanadium level represents an economical yet powerful balance, delivering significant strengthening without excessive alloy cost. Structural steels benefit from two principal actions of this alloy: first, vanadium combines with carbon to generate finely distributed VC particles that hinder grain growth, thereby increasing toughness and impact resistance; second, the alloy acts as a deoxidizer, reacting with dissolved oxygen to form stable oxides that float out as slag, leading to cleaner steel with fewer internal defects.
This dual function is particularly valuable in large-section structural members such as bridges, building frameworks, and offshore platforms, where crack initiation must be minimized. Chunks offer logistical ease compared to powders: they are less dusty, simpler to store, and allow controlled feed rates into ladles or furnaces. Their moderate size encourages gradual dissolution, helping avoid localized compositional spikes.
Product Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Vanadium Content |
58-62% (nominal 60%) |
| Form |
Dark metallic chunks (20-80 mm) |
| Deoxidizing Efficiency |
High - effectively removes O₂ and N₂ traces |
| Main Effects |
Grain refinement, increased Charpy impact toughness |
| Applications |
Bridge structures, construction girders, offshore modules |
By integrating Iron Vanadium 60% chunks, steelmakers achieve structural grades that marry strength, ductility, and cleanliness — vital for long-service civil engineering projects.
Ferro Vanadium (FeV) Composition (%)
| Grade |
V |
Al |
P |
Si |
C |
| FeV40-A |
38-45 |
1.5 |
0.09 |
2.00 |
0.60 |
| FeV40-B |
38-45 |
2.0 |
0.15 |
3.00 |
0.80 |
| FeV50-A |
48-55 |
1.5 |
0.07 |
2.00 |
0.40 |
| FeV50-B |
48-55 |
2.0 |
0.10 |
2.50 |
0.60 |
| FeV60-A |
58-65 |
1.5 |
0.06 |
2.00 |
0.40 |
| FeV60-B |
58-65 |
2.0 |
0.10 |
2.50 |
0.60 |
| FeV80-A |
78-82 |
1.5 |
0.05 |
1.50 |
0.15 |
| FeV80-B |
78-82 |
2.0 |
0.06 |
1.50 |
0.20 |
Packing & Delivery
Packing: 1 ton big bag, 20-25mt in 20' container
Company Profile
ZHENAN has been in the business of ferroalloy for 30 years now. It is a leading manufacturer and supplier of ferro silicon, silicon metal, silicon carbide, high carbon silicon and so on. Our company is a large-sized production enterprise integrating research, development, production and sales.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is ferrovanadium?
A: Ferrovanadium is an iron-vanadium alloy used to add vanadium to steel.
Q: Ferrovanadium definition and uses?
A: It's an alloy of iron and vanadium; used to improve strength, toughness, and heat resistance in steel.
Q: Difference between ferrovanadium and vanadium metal?
A: Ferrovanadium contains iron; vanadium metal is pure vanadium.
Q: What types of ferrovanadium are there?
A: Common types: FeV40, FeV60, FeV80 (numbers indicate vanadium content).
