Ingot Body: Weight 500-20000 kg, Density 7.85 g/cm³

Component Specifications

Definition

An ingot body is a semi-finished metal product created by pouring molten steel into molds where it solidifies into a standardized shape (typically rectangular or trapezoidal). This component serves as the fundamental raw material for subsequent metalworking processes like rolling, forging, or extrusion in industrial manufacturing.

Working Principle

The ingot body is formed through controlled solidification of molten steel in molds. During casting, temperature gradients and cooling rates are managed to minimize internal defects like shrinkage cavities or segregation. The solidified block provides a homogeneous metal structure suitable for mechanical deformation in downstream processes.

Materials

Carbon steel (grades 1010-1095), alloy steels (e.g., 4140, 4340), or stainless steels (304, 316). Composition varies by application requirements for strength, corrosion resistance, or machinability.

Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical range	Notes & selection driver
Weight	500-20000 kg
Density	7.85 g/cm³
Dimensions	200-800 mm thickness, 600-2500 mm width, 1000-6000 mm length
Surface Finish	As-cast with scale
Temperature Range	Ambient to 1200°C (processing)

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Standards

ISO 4990, ASTM A48, DIN 1681

Parent Products

This component is used in the following industrial products

Steel Ingots

Semi-finished steel products cast into standardized shapes for further processing.

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Engineering Analysis

Risks & Mitigation

Thermal stress cracking during cooling
Internal porosity or segregation
Surface defects from mold interactions
Dimensional inaccuracies affecting downstream processing

FMEA Triads

Trigger: Insufficient mold taper
Failure: Cracking during solidification due to restricted shrinkage
Mitigation: Design molds with proper taper (typically 1-3%) and use hot tops

Trigger: High pouring temperature
Failure: Excessive grain growth reducing mechanical properties
Mitigation: Control pouring temperature within specified range (typically 1550-1650°C for carbon steels)

Industrial Ecosystem

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Typical Suppliers & Equivalents

Compliance & Inspection

Tolerance

±2% on weight, ±1.5% on cross-sectional dimensions

Test Method

Ultrasonic testing for internal defects, chemical analysis via spectrometry, dimensional verification with laser scanning

Procurement Evaluation Criteria

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Technical documentation

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Manufacturing capability

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Venting Channels

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Aluminum Matrix

Aluminum matrix is the continuous metallic phase in aluminum matrix composites, providing structural integrity and thermal/electrical conductivity in hot-forged aluminum alloy billets.

Grain Structure

The crystalline arrangement of atoms in hot-forged aluminum alloy billets, determining mechanical properties and performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an ingot body and a billet?

An ingot body is a larger, as-cast product with a rectangular cross-section, while a billet is a smaller, often hot-rolled product with a square or round cross-section. Ingots are typically processed into billets through rolling.

How are defects in ingot bodies prevented?

Defects are minimized through controlled pouring temperatures, mold design (tapered sides for shrinkage), use of hot tops to feed solidification shrinkage, and proper deoxidation practices to reduce porosity.

Data Basis

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Preliminary Technical Classification

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Ingot Body