 Metallurgical
Coke
Coke is produced at the Coke Oven and
By-products Plant and is the solid reduce of the destructive
distillation of coal blend. It is cellular, infusable
and hetrogeneous in both physical and chemical properties.It
is used as a fuel and reducing agent in the Blast Furnace
for the manufacturing of Pig Iron. The standard specifications
of Pakistan Steel coke are listed below. Excessive quantity
is saleable in the market.
Sizes: |
0 - 25mm
25 - 80mm
+80mm |
Moisture Content |
3% typical |
Ash Content |
13% (max) |
| Volatile matter |
1.5% (max) |
| Sulphur |
0.8% (max) |
| Calorific Value |
7000 - 8000 K cal/kg |
| Packing: |
Loose |
Uses
Widely used as a fuel by foundries in cupolas for melting
iron scrap and pig iron.
In sugar mills employing the carbonising process.
For making chemicals/calcium carbide.
Used in the pharmaceutical industries.
Coke breeze is used for steam generation in boiler houses.
Used in Steel making for carbon adjustment.
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