Degassing processes
There are 3 methods of degassing which are in practice
- Ladle degassing
- Stream degassing
- Circulation degassing
All these processes are carried out in ladles.
Ladle degassing
Ladle containing molten steel is placed in a chamber which is then evacuated. After a determined time ladle is removed from the chamber and is teemed for casting. Figure 26.1 shows ladle degassing unit.
| Figure 26.1 |
Arrangement of ladle with porous plug and hopper for degassing |
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