| Chemistry: |
| V |
50% min. |
| C |
0.10% max. |
| P |
0.05% max. |
| S |
0.05% max. |
| Si |
1.50% max. |
| Al |
1.50% max. |
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| Physical appearance: |
Glossy silver, free from slag, uniform structure, free from porosity and blow holes.
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| Size: |
10-100 mm or as required.
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| Approximate melting range: |
1600°C -1700°C
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| Applications: |
Vanadium imparts hardness, tensile strength and machining qualities. Vanadium steels are used for general engineering purposes. Small quantities of vanadium (0.1%-0. 25%) impart excellent welding characteristics. Larger amounts of vanadium (1%-5%), combined with chromium and tungsten in steel, are used to make high speed tools noted for hardness retention over a moderate temperature range. Vanadium steels are used in high-pressure boilers, locomotive parts, gears and turbines.
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