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Steel Reinforcement Cage Component – Basic Metal Manufacturing

Component Specifications

Definition

A structural steel reinforcement cage designed to provide mechanical strength and thermal stability to molten metal sampling spoons, ensuring dimensional integrity during high-temperature metal sampling operations in foundries and steel plants.

Working Principle

Provides structural reinforcement to withstand thermal expansion and mechanical stress during immersion into molten metal, maintaining spoon geometry for accurate sample collection.

Materials

High-temperature resistant steel alloys (e.g., AISI 310, 316 stainless steel), with carbon content below 0.08% for oxidation resistance.

Technical Parameters

Mesh Size 10-25 mm
Wire Diameter 3-8 mm
Diameter Range 50-200 mm
Tensile Strength ≥500 MPa
Operating Temperature Up to 1600°C

Standards

ISO 4957, DIN 17440

Industry Taxonomies & Aliases

Commonly used trade names and technical identifiers for Steel Reinforcement Cage.

Parent Products

This component is used in the following industrial products

Molten Metal Sampling Spoon

Specialized ladle for extracting molten metal samples from furnaces

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Engineering Analysis

Risks & Mitigation

Thermal fatigue cracking
Oxidation at high temperatures
Mechanical deformation under load

FMEA Triads

Trigger: Cyclic thermal stress
Failure: Crack propagation in weld points
Mitigation: Regular non-destructive testing (NDT) and use of fatigue-resistant alloys

Trigger: Overheating beyond design limits
Failure: Loss of tensile strength
Mitigation: Implement temperature monitoring and strict operational protocols

Industrial Ecosystem

Compatible With

Interchangeable Parts

Compliance & Inspection

Tolerance

±1 mm on diameter, ±0.5 mm on wire spacing

Test Method

Dimensional verification per ISO 2768, high-temperature tensile testing per ASTM E21

Procurement Evaluation Criteria

Not customer reviews or live demand data. These dimensions support RFQ preparation and supplier evaluation.

Technical documentation

4/5

Manufacturing capability

4/5

Inspection readiness

5/5

Supplier transparency

3/5

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Related Components

Rotary Impeller

A high-speed rotating impeller used in molten metal degassing systems to inject inert gases and remove impurities.

Probe Assembly

High-temperature sampling probe for molten metal composition analysis in metallurgical processes

Level Sensor

Level sensor for continuous monitoring of molten metal height in industrial furnaces and casting systems.

Actuator Interface

Actuator interface for precise molten metal level control in casting systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of a steel reinforcement cage in sampling spoons?

To prevent deformation during molten metal immersion, ensuring consistent sample volume and accurate chemical analysis.

How often should reinforcement cages be inspected?

Before each sampling campaign or every 50 cycles, checking for cracks, oxidation, or deformation.

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Steel Reinforcement Cage