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What Are the Main Uses of Coke?

by Rudy P. SysAdmin at howtofindthemoney
Metallurgical Coke/Coke Breeze

A carbon material manufactured by the "destructive distillation" of various blends of bituminous coal, usually low in sulfur, having a high compressive strength at elevated temperatures; used in metallurgical furnaces not only as fuel but, also, to support the weight of the charge.

USES:

  • Reducing Agent
  • Sinter Fuel
  • Carbon Additive

Anthracite Coal

A hard, compact variety of coal with a high carbon content and fewest impurities. Characterized by its high luster and low sulfur content.



USES:

  • Charge Carbon
  • Packing Core for Electrodes
  • Injection Carbon
  • Foamy Slag Carbon
  • Carbon Riser

Petroleum Coke

A carbonaceous solid fuel derived from oil refinery coker units or other cracking processes. Typically high in heat value and low in ash.

USES:

  • Substitute for Coal
  • Production of Metallurgical Coke
  • Power Generation
  • Injection Carbon
  • Cement and Lime


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