Thermophysical and Chemical Properties of NaF-AlF3-SiO2 Melts with Al2O3 Addition for Al-Si Alloy Production
摘要
This study investigated the effect of aluminum oxide (Al2O3) additives on the properties of NaF-AlF3-SiO2 melts. The liquid-phase line temperature was determined through thermal analysis, while the solubility and volatilization loss of silicon dioxide (SiO2) were evaluated using the rotating quartz disk method and volatilization experiments. The dissolution mechanism of Al2O3 in the melt was explored through thermodynamic analysis and experimental validation. The results indicated that Al2O3 addition significantly decreased liquid-phase line temperature, enhanced SiO2 solubility, and reduced volatilization losses. These findings provide a theoretical basis for optimizing the electrolysis process of Al–Si alloys, which contribute to improved melt performance, enhanced energy efficiency, and reduced volatilization losses, thereby promoting increased efficiency in industrial applications.