Basic open-hearth steel

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Basic open-hearth steel Specification

Density
7.85 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Smell
Odorless

Appearance
Metallic gray

Properties
Ductile durable malleable heat resistant

Melting Point
13701510C

Purity
Dependent on alloy typically low impurity levels

Poisonous
NO

Molecular Formula
Iron-Carbon Alloy

Usage
Structural frameworks machinery parts plates and pipes

Ingredients
Primarily iron with 0.2-0.4% carbon; may contain traces of manganese silicon or sulfur

HS Code
7206.10.00

Solubility
Insoluble in water

Storage
Store in a dry indoor space to prevent corrosion or oxidation

Physical Form
Solid

Shape
Various (e.g. beams sheets bars)

Grade
Industrial

Shelf Life
Indefinite when stored properly

Molecular Weight
Variable depending on alloy composition

Application
Construction manufacturing automotive shipbuilding

About Basic open-hearth steel

Basic open-hearth steel is a durable and versatile iron-carbon alloy, primarily composed of iron with 0.2-0.4% carbon, and traces of elements such as manganese, silicon, or sulfur. Known for its metallic gray appearance and ductile, malleable properties, it offers excellent heat resistance and is widely used across industries including construction, manufacturing, automotive, and shipbuilding. Found in various shapesbeams, sheets, and barsthis solid material has a density of 7.85 g/cm and a melting point range of 13701510C. It is odorless, insoluble in water, and boasts an indefinite shelf life when stored in dry indoor spaces to prevent corrosion or oxidation. This steel is ideal for crafting structural frameworks, machinery parts, plates, and pipes, thanks to its durability and low impurity levels. Designed for industrial-grade applications, it ensures exceptional performance even under demanding conditions.