INDUSTRY COMPONENT

Copper Plate Body

Copper plate body for continuous casting molds in steel production

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Definition
A precision-engineered copper plate component that forms the inner wall of continuous casting molds in steelmaking, designed to extract heat from molten steel to initiate solidification while maintaining dimensional stability and surface quality of the cast product.
Working Principle
The copper plate body functions as a primary cooling surface in continuous casting molds. Molten steel flows through the mold cavity formed by these plates, where heat transfer through the copper initiates solidification of a thin shell. The plate's high thermal conductivity allows rapid heat extraction, while its geometry and surface treatment ensure uniform cooling and minimal friction with the solidifying steel strand.
Materials
High-purity oxygen-free copper (C10100/C10200) or copper alloys with silver/chromium additions (C18200/C18150) for enhanced strength and thermal stability; surface often coated with nickel or chrome plating for wear resistance.
Technical Parameters
  • Hardness 80-120 HB
  • Plate Thickness 30-50 mm
  • Surface Roughness Ra ≤0.8 μm
  • Flatness Tolerance ≤0.05 mm/m
  • Thermal Conductivity ≥380 W/m·K
  • Water Channel Design Optimized helical or vertical configurations
  • Operating Temperature 200-400°C
Standards
ISO 11972, DIN 1748, ASTM B152

Industry Taxonomies & Aliases

Commonly used trade names and technical identifiers for Copper Plate Body.

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Parent Products

This component is used in the following industrial products

Continuous Casting Mold Copper Plate

Water-cooled copper plate forming molten steel into solid strand in continuous casting.

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Engineering Analysis

Risks & Mitigation
  • Thermal fatigue cracking
  • Surface wear and groove formation
  • Copper contamination in steel
  • Water channel blockage leading to overheating
FMEA Triads
Trigger: Cyclic thermal stresses from temperature variations during casting cycles
Failure: Thermal fatigue cracks propagating from cooling channels or corners
Mitigation: Implement controlled preheating/cooling procedures; use copper alloys with enhanced fatigue resistance; optimize cooling water temperature control
Trigger: Abrasion from oscillating steel strand and mold powder
Failure: Surface grooving affecting steel surface quality and heat transfer
Mitigation: Apply hard chrome or nickel plating; maintain proper mold oscillation parameters; use appropriate mold lubricants

Industrial Ecosystem

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Compliance & Inspection

Tolerance
Dimensional tolerances per ISO 2768-m; thermal performance per steel plant specifications
Test Method
Ultrasonic testing for internal defects, coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for dimensional verification, thermal imaging for heat transfer uniformity

Procurement Evaluation Criteria

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Technical documentation
4/5
Manufacturing capability
4/5
Inspection readiness
5/5
Supplier transparency
3/5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is copper used for continuous casting mold plates?

Copper offers exceptional thermal conductivity (second only to silver among pure metals), allowing rapid heat extraction from molten steel to form a solid shell quickly, while maintaining mechanical stability at high temperatures.

How often do copper plates need replacement?

Typical service life is 200,000-500,000 tons of cast steel, depending on operating conditions, maintenance practices, and whether protective coatings are applied. Regular inspection for wear, cracks, and thermal distortion is essential.

Can I contact factories directly?

Yes, each factory profile provides direct contact information.

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