PortalArgon Oxygen
Decarburization
When producing stainless steels and specialty alloys, count on EAFab to deliver equipment engineered for precise composition control and reliable operational performance. Our rigorous engineering and quality control processes ensure your Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD) equipment performs consistently throughout decarburization, reduction, and final chemistry adjustments.
Precision Refining for Specialty Alloys
Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD) is a secondary steelmaking process used to produce precise chemical compositions and specialty mechanical properties. After the initial melting phase, molten steel is transferred to an AOD vessel, where controlled refining allows steelmakers to reduce carbon levels while maintaining critical alloying elements essential for product performance.
Advanced Decarburization and Secondary Refining
During the AOD process, oxygen, argon, and nitrogen are injected into the molten steel to remove carbon while minimizing oxidation of valuable alloying elements. Flux materials, including lime, are introduced to promote sulfur removal and capture impurities, which ultimately results in cleaner steel and greater consistency throughout the refining process.
Engineered Equipment for Reliable AOD Operations
EAFab designs and fabricates steelmaking equipment that supports every stage of the AOD refining process. Backed by decades of expertise and a specialized water-cooled fabrication facility, our team delivers durable equipment built to reinforce precise process control. Count on EAFab's trusted engineering and fabrication teams for AOD equipment that improves secondary metallurgy operations and supports consistent production of high-quality stainless steels and specialty alloys.
Scaling up your AOD process?
Tell us about your vessel and off-gas requirements – rely on EAFab to deliver dependable AOD equipment backed by experienced fabrication and REAL solutions.