Description

Iron Vanadium Tetraoxide (FeV2O4) is a high-performance inorganic compound, also known as ferrovanadium oxide, with the CAS registry number 13977-56-5. This specialized material is valued for its role as a critical additive in metallurgy, where it enhances the strength, hardness, and wear resistance of ferrous alloys. It is an essential raw material for steel foundries and alloy manufacturers seeking to produce advanced, high-strength steels and specialty irons for demanding applications.

Application

• High-Strength Steel Production: A key additive in the manufacturing of micro-alloyed and tool steels to improve tensile strength and toughness.
• Ferrovanadium Alloy Precursor: Serves as a primary intermediate in the production of ferrovanadium master alloys.
• Wear-Resistant Cast Iron: Used in foundries to enhance the abrasion resistance and durability of cast iron components.
• Specialty Alloy Manufacturing: Employed in the production of nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys for aerospace and energy sectors.
• Welding Electrode Coatings: Incorporated into flux coatings for welding rods to improve weld metal properties.
• Catalyst Support Material: Utilized as a support or promoter in certain heterogeneous catalytic processes, particularly in oxidation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron Vanadium Tetraoxide
CAS No.	13977-56-5
Molecular Formula	FeV2O4
Molecular Weight	229.72 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrovanadium Oxide; Iron Divanadium Tetraoxide; Vanadium Iron Oxide; FeV2O4; Iron(III) Vanadate(III); Ferric Vanadite; Vanadium Spinel (Fe-based)
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Quality Control

Our Iron Vanadium Tetraoxide is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) for precise elemental assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metallic composition, and impurity levels is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and contaminants. Separate from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black or dark brown powder
Assay (as FeV2O4)	≥ 98.0 %
Vanadium (V) Content	≥ 44.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	≥ 23.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	< 45 µm (325 mesh)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.