Ladle

High-performance ladle product introduction | High-temperature resistant, high-strength, safe and reliable molten steel transfer container

1. Product Overview

Ladle is a key metallurgical equipment used to receive and transport molten steel in the steelmaking process. Ladle is usually cylindrical or conical in structure, has good fire resistance and mechanical strength, can operate safely for a long time in high temperature environment, and is an important container connecting multiple production links such as steelmaking, refining, and continuous casting.

In modern steel production lines, the ladle is not just a simple container, but also undertakes multiple functions such as heat preservation, desulfurization, deoxidation, refining, etc. Reasonably designed and manufactured ladle equipment can effectively improve steelmaking efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and ensure production safety. It is an indispensable and important equipment in the metallurgical industry.

2. Product Features

1. Excellent material and solid structure

The outer shell of the ladle is made of high-strength carbon steel or alloy steel, and the inner lining is made of high-performance refractory materials (such as magnesia carbon bricks, aluminum-magnesia bricks, corundum bricks, etc.), which have excellent high temperature resistance and slag corrosion resistance. The overall structure is scientific and reasonable, ensuring that the ladle remains stable and reliable under high temperature and high load conditions.

2. Excellent thermal insulation performance

The high-quality ladle lining design effectively reduces the heat loss of molten steel during transportation. Good thermal insulation performance not only ensures the temperature control of molten steel, but also improves the continuity and stability of refining and continuous casting.

3. Long service life and easy maintenance

The use of erosion-resistant and wear-resistant materials can greatly extend the service life of the ladle; at the same time, it is convenient for daily maintenance and repair, reducing the use cost and production downtime, and improving the overall production efficiency.

4. Safe operation and high stability

The ladle design complies with the safety standards of the metallurgical industry and is equipped with reliable lifting lugs, ladle lugs, tilting mechanism and pouring control system to ensure the safety of operators under high temperature and high pressure of molten steel and prevent accidents such as molten steel splashing and tilting.

5. Wide applicability and flexible customization

This product can be customized according to different metallurgical process requirements, molten steel capacity (from a few tons to hundreds of tons), and lifting methods (hook type, swing arm type, bottom pouring type, etc.). It is widely used in various steelmaking equipment such as electric arc furnaces, converters, and refining furnaces.

3. Main structural components of the product

Outer shell steel body: load-bearing structure, providing overall strength support.

Refractory lining: Made of high temperature resistant materials to prevent heat loss and chemical erosion of molten steel.

Ladle ears and lifting ears: used for lifting, rotating and tipping the ladle.

Bottom inlet/tap: It can be side outlet, bottom outlet or sliding gate type according to the process selection.

Sliding gate system (optional): facilitates molten steel flow control and is commonly used in continuous casting process.

Ladle cover (optional): used for heat preservation or special steel grade treatment.

4. Application fields

Metallurgical industry: suitable for smelting and transportation of various types of steel such as carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, etc.

Steel Plant: Used for transferring molten steel between electric arc furnace (EAF), converter (BOF), refining furnace (LF) and other systems.

Continuous casting workshop: Stable and precise pouring of molten steel in the continuous casting process.

Special metal smelting: used for high-temperature liquid transportation of metals or alloys such as nickel, titanium, and manganese.

5. Technical parameters (customizable)

Item Parameter Range

Ladle capacity 5 tons to 350 tons

Shape and structure: round, oval, conical, etc.

Refractory materials: magnesia carbon bricks, alumina magnesia bricks, high alumina bricks, etc.

Lifting method: hook type, swing arm type, bottom injection type

Dumping mechanism Manual/hydraulic/electric control system

Temperature control and insulation Multi-layer thermal insulation composite structure design

Service life: up to 60-100 times under normal operating conditions

(Note: Non-standard ladles can be customized according to customer process requirements)

6. Summary of product advantages

High temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, suitable for various smelting conditions

Good insulation effect, reducing heat loss and ensuring pouring quality

Stable structure, safe operation, and improved work efficiency

Reusable, cost-effective

Support customization to meet the needs of various production lines

7. Conclusion

As one of the core equipment in steel metallurgical production, the ladle plays a key role in improving the efficiency of molten steel processing, ensuring production safety and steel quality. Choosing a high-performance, durable and customized ladle equipment can not only effectively improve the plant's operating efficiency, but also reduce the overall operating costs.