Thermodynamic Conditions for the Mn–O System in Sintering of Manganese Steels

Abstract

Manganese is the most widely used alloying element in the production of classic steels. Because of its possible application as an alloying element in the production of steels (this has not as yet been realised), it is necessary to discuss its physical–metallurgical characteristics which determine its irreplaceable role in classic steel production. In this connection, it is important to stress the fundamental difference between the production of classic manganese-alloyed steels and the production of sintered steels which influences the properties of final products. The classic and also manganese-alloyed steels are produced by melt metallurgy with the unlimited solubility of manganese in the melt.