Ferrovanadium

Ferrovanadium (CAS 12604-58-9), also referenced in procurement as Ferro V, is a master alloy of iron and vanadium used primarily to introduce vanadium into steel and other ferrous alloys during the melting process. It allows steelmakers to achieve precise vanadium additions with minimal oxidation loss, improving control over final alloy composition. In high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel production, it refines grain structure and increases yield strength.

This makes it a standard additive for structural steel, pipelines, and reinforcing bar. Tool steel and high-speed steel manufacturers use it to boost hardness and wear resistance in cutting tools, dies, and drill bits. In the aerospace and defense sectors, it contributes to titanium alloy formulations where vanadium content is required to stabilize the beta phase. Specialty applications include its use as a catalyst precursor in certain chemical processing environments.

It also serves as a performance additive in metalworking contexts. Ferrovanadium is supplied as lumps, granules, or crushed material, with vanadium content typically ranging from 40% to 80% V by weight. Standard commercial grades include FeV40, FeV50, FeV60, and FeV80, corresponding to nominal vanadium concentrations. Buyers can source against ASTM, EN, or customer-specific compositional specifications depending on end-use requirements.