Wrought Iron

Name:
Wrought Iron
Detailed information:
A ferrous material, aggregated from a solidifying mass of pasty particles of highly refined metallic iron into which 1–4% of slag is uniformly dispersed without subsequent melting. Wrought iron is distinguished by its low carbon and manganese contents. Carbon seldom exceeds 0.035%, and manganese content is held at 0.06% maximum. Phosphorus usually ranges from 0.10% to 0.15%; it adds about 1000 psi for each 0.01% above 0.10%. Sulfur content is normally low, ranging from 0.006% to less than 0.015%. Silicon content ranges from 0.075% to 0.15%; silicon content of base metals is 0.015% or less. Residuals such as chromium, nickel, cobalt, copper, and molybdenum are generally low, totaling less than 0.05%. Wrought iron is readily fabricated by standard methods and is quite corrosion resistant.