ZHENGSHAN TECHNOLOGY

Electric arc furnace steelmaking is the process of using arc heat to melt scrap steel and smelting it by blowing oxygen and adding alloying elements. In this process, graphite electrodes play a crucial role.
Conductive effect
The graphite electrode is the anode of an electric arc furnace (the other electrode is the cathode, usually the bottom of the furnace). When current passes through the graphite electrode, an arc is generated, which is the main source of heat in steelmaking in electric arc furnaces. The high temperature generated by the arc can melt the scrap steel and maintain the required high temperature environment inside the furnace.
Participate in chemical reactions
In the process of electric arc furnace steelmaking, graphite electrodes will react chemically with the atmosphere inside the furnace, such as reacting with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide. The generation of these gases helps to stir during oxygen blowing, promoting the uniformity and purity of the steel liquid.
Affects the quality of steel
The consumption level and chemical composition of graphite electrodes can affect the quality of steelmaking. In order to reduce the impact of electrodes on steel quality, some alloying elements such as chromium, molybdenum, etc. are usually added to the electrodes to reduce the possibility of electrode dissolution into the steel liquid.
conserve energy ,reduce emissions
Modern electric arc furnace steelmaking is increasingly focusing on energy conservation and emission reduction. The use of graphite electrodes with high conductivity and chemical stability can reduce electrical energy loss, improve energy utilization, and also help reduce pollutant emissions.
In summary, graphite electrodes play a role in providing energy, participating in chemical reactions, and affecting steel quality in arc furnace steelmaking. Choosing high-quality graphite electrodes is of great significance for improving steelmaking efficiency and reducing energy consumption.