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What is the definition and application of ferrovanadium?

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What is the definition and application of ferrovanadium?

December 11, 2025
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Ferrovanadium Definition and Uses

 Meaning and Industrial Applications of FeV

Definition

Ferrovanadium is defined as an iron‑vanadium alloy​ containing a high percentage of vanadium, used as an additive in metallurgy to impart vanadium’s beneficial properties to alloys.

Main Uses

Industry
Application
Function of Vanadium in Steel/Iron
Steelmaking
Structural steel, rebar, high‑strength low‑alloy (HSLA) steel
Increases strength, toughness, wear resistance; refines grain size
Tool & die steel
Cutting tools, dies
Improves hardness and red hardness (retains hardness at high temperature)
High‑speed steel
Drills, milling cutters
Enhances heat resistance and edge retention
Cast iron
Nodular and alloy cast iron
Increases hardness and strength
Aerospace & automotive
Critical components (shafts, gears, suspension parts)
Lightweight strength, fatigue resistance

Benefits of Adding Ferrovanadium

  • Precipitation strengthening: Vanadium forms fine VC (vanadium carbide) particles that block dislocation movement.
  • Grain refinement: Suppresses austenite grain growth, improving toughness.
  • Wear & fatigue resistance: Higher surface hardness and durability.
  • Corrosion resistance: In some stainless steels, V improves pitting resistance.

Forms Available

  • Lump​ (10–80 mm): For bulk furnace addition.
  • Crushed/Granulated: For precise dosing.
  • Powder: For special steel treatments or welding electrodes.
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