Reduction in Solid Fuel Consumption Through Coke Breeze Stage Addition in Sintering Process
摘要
Solid fuel combustion provides the necessary heat for an iron ore sintering bed. However, with an increase in low-grade iron ores (Alumina > 3%), the solid fuel requirement increases, as it increases the viscosity of the sinter melt, making it more difficult for the iron ore particles to fuse together. This results in a longer sintering time and higher solid fuel rate to achieve the desired sinter quality, thereby affecting the subsequent CO2 emissions. Reducing the coke consumption is a key factor not only affecting the issue of global warming but also the iron-making processes. This study has demonstrated various possible methods for improving the granulation process and permeability by controlling the coke second-stage addition ratio (CSAR). Optical microstructural analysis revealed that as CSAR increases, the high Fe-low Si Phase SFCA-I (needle-shaped morphology) generally appears at the sinter top bed. This process is a promising solution to reduce the solid fuel consumption in the sintering process at the same levels of sinter quality and yield.