Ferro Manganese

Ferro Manganese is an important ferroalloy composed mainly of iron (Fe) and manganese (Mn). It is produced by the reduction of manganese ore in a blast furnace or an electric arc furnace, typically using carbon (as coke) as the reducing agent. The alloy contains varying levels of manganese, commonly categorized as high carbon (HC FeMn), medium carbon (MC FeMn), or low carbon (LC FeMn) grades, depending on its intended industrial application.

The primary use of Ferro Manganese is in the steel industry, where it plays a vital role in deoxidizing and desulfurizing molten steel. Manganese acts as a scavenger of oxygen and sulfur, forming stable oxides and sulfides that can be easily removed from the melt. This helps in improving the purity, strength, and toughness of steel. Additionally, manganese enhances the hardenability and wear resistance of steel, making it suitable for applications requiring durability, such as in construction materials, tools, and automotive components.

Ferro Manganese is also used in the production of special steels like high-tensile and abrasion-resistant grades. High carbon Ferro Manganese, which typically contains 70–80% manganese and 6–8% carbon, is widely used in carbon steel and alloy steel manufacturing. On the other hand, medium and low carbon grades are preferred for producing stainless steel and other high-grade alloy steels where lower carbon content is critical for maintaining ductility and corrosion resistance.

Globally, major producers of Ferro Manganese include countries with abundant manganese ore reserves, such as South Africa, China, India, and Ukraine. South Africa, in particular, is known for high-quality manganese ore that makes it a key supplier in the global market.

The market demand for Ferro Manganese is closely tied to the performance of the steel industry. As infrastructure development, construction, and manufacturing continue to grow, especially in developing economies, the need for steel — and by extension, Ferro Manganese — also rises.

In summary, Ferro Manganese is a vital alloying material essential to the steelmaking process. Its unique chemical properties not only purify molten metal but also enhance the mechanical qualities of steel, making it indispensable in various industrial applications. With ongoing advancements in metallurgy and increasing global demand for high-performance steel, Ferro Manganese continues to hold a prominent place in the world of materials engineering.

Ferro Manganese with high content of manganese, is made by heating a mixture of the oxides MnO₂ and Fe₂O₃, with carbon, usually as coal and coke, in either a blast furnace or an electric arc furnace-type system, called a submerged arc furnace. The oxides undergo carbothermal reduction in the furnaces, producing the ferromanganese. Ferromanganese is used as a deoxidizer for steel.

High Carbon FeMn

Left-to-Right Table (Mn on Left)

Mn	Si	C	P	S	Size
76-78	2	6–8	0.25	0.025	10–60 mm

Middle Carbon FeMn

Ordered Table Starting from Mn

Mn	Si	C	P	S	Size	Origin
80.3	0.3	1.48	0.063	0.003	10-50mm	South Africa

Low Carbon FeMn

Ordered Table Starting from Mn

Mn	Si	C	P	S	Size	Origin
83.92	0.88	0.37	0.031	0.0037	10-50mm	South Africa

Nitride Frro Manganese

Ordered Table (Mn to Size)

Mn	S	P	N	Si	C	Size
85	0.03	0.04	8–9	0.1	0.2	10–50mm
85	0.03	0.04	4–5	0.1	0.5	10–50mm