Copper Removal Methods From Steel — A Critical Assessment

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Abstract

In this study, different existing methods to remove alloyed and coated copper from steel are summarized, compared, and discussed. None of these methods have been scaled up industrially so far. Characterization of industrial steel scrap will indicate in which forms and quantities copper is present. Based on environment, economics and process efficiency, the most promising techniques will be selected for further investigation. The study will then focus on ways to bring the process efficiency to the level required for industrial application, by better understanding of thermodynamic limits and the reaction kinetics. Possible removal of other undesired elements from the scrap will be taken into account as well.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the Iron and Steel Technology Conference
Subtitle of host publicationAISTech 2024
PublisherAssociation for Iron and Steel Technology, AISTECH
Pages276-283
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)9780930767259
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
EventAISTech 2024 Iron and Steel Technology Conference - Columbus, United States
Duration: 6 May 20249 May 2024

Publication series

NameAISTech - Iron and Steel Technology Conference Proceedings
Volume2024-May
ISSN (Print)1551-6997

Conference

ConferenceAISTech 2024 Iron and Steel Technology Conference
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityColumbus
Period6/05/249/05/24

Keywords

  • circularity
  • Decopperization
  • process
  • scrap
  • tramp elements

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