ASTM A101

This specification covers two types of ferrochromium designated as high carbon and low carbon, the latter including nitrogen-bearing and vacuum grades. The grades which are available in different sizes shall conform to the required chemical composition for chromium, carbon, silicon, sulfur, phosphorus, and nitrogen.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers two types of ferrochromium designated as high carbon and low carbon, the latter including nitrogen-bearing and vacuum grades.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI units given in parentheses are for information only.

2. Referenced Documents

A1025 Specification for Ferroalloys, Common Requirements
E363 Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Chromium and Ferrochromium

Index Terms

ferroalloys; ferrochromium; high carbon; low carbon; nitrogen-bearing; vacuum low carbon

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