OMPL
Back to Research
Research

Calcium Ferrite

Calcium ferrite phases (CaO·Fe₂O₃ and CaO·2Fe₂O₃) are promising intermediate compounds for controlling phosphorus and sulfur partition in steelmaking slags. Our research focuses on synthesising calcium ferrite from waste steel slag …

Research Partners

IIT Bombay CSIR-NML Jamshedpur

Project Overview

Calcium ferrite phases (CaO·Fe₂O₃ and CaO·2Fe₂O₃) are promising intermediate compounds for controlling phosphorus and sulfur partition in steelmaking slags. Our research focuses on synthesising calcium ferrite from waste steel slag and iron oxide residues, creating a low-cost slag conditioner that improves dephosphorisation efficiency. Lab-scale trials show 30–40% improvement in P₂O₅ capacity compared to conventional lime-based slags. The project explores phase stability, kinetics of formation, and optimal CaO:Fe₂O₃ ratios for different steel grades.

Timeline

Apr 2024 — Mar 2026 (Research)

Downloads

Calcium Ferrite Phase Diagram
Lab Trial Report Q1 2025
XRD Analysis Summary

Want to collaborate on this project?

Contact Us

At a glance
Key benefits
Video
Downloads