Manganese Nitride is a nitrogen-rich alloy material produced by the nitriding of high-purity manganese. It is primarily used in the steelmaking industry as a nitrogen additive and alloying agent, especially in the production of special steels such as stainless steel, heat-resistant steel, and high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel.
Key Features of Manganese Nitride
Stable Nitrogen Content: Typical nitrogen content ranges from 8% to 10%, ensuring consistent metallurgical performance.
Fine Microstructure: Promotes uniform grain refinement in steel.
High Solubility in Steel Melt: Ensures effective nitrogen absorption during smelting.
Cost-Effective Alternative to Nickel: Helps reduce production costs by partially replacing expensive nickel.
Manganese Nitride composition
Chemical composition | ||||||
Mn≥ | C≤ | Si ≤ | Fe≤ | P≤ | S≤ | N |
90.0 | 0.08 | 0.4 | 2.0 | 0.04 | 0.04 | 6-10 |
Applications of Manganese Nitride
Manganese Nitride (MnN) is extensively used in the production of nitrogen-alloyed steels due to its excellent ability to introduce and stabilize nitrogen in steel structures. Its applications span multiple high-performance steel manufacturing sectors:
1. Nitrogen-Bearing Stainless Steel
MnN is a key additive in producing austenitic stainless steels, where nitrogen acts as an austenite stabilizer. By partially replacing nickel, it not only lowers the cost of production but also improves strength, hardness, and resistance to localized corrosion, including pitting and crevice corrosion.
2. High-Strength Structural Steel
In construction, bridge-building, and shipbuilding, Manganese Nitride is added to low-alloy steels to significantly enhance yield strength, tensile strength, and impact resistance, especially at low temperatures. It ensures durability and safety in demanding structural applications.
3. Tool Steel and Wear-Resistant Components
Due to its nitrogen-enhancing ability, MnN is used in tool steels to increase hardness and resistance to wear and fatigue. It helps in achieving fine grain structure and uniform hardness, essential for tools, dies, and cutting components.
4. Heat-Resistant and Creep-Resistant Steels
Manganese Nitride contributes to the development of steel alloys that retain mechanical properties at high temperatures. These steels are ideal for use in power plants, petrochemical processing, and industrial furnaces.
Why Choose Hongshun’s Manganese Nitride?
Hongshun Industrial specializes in producing high-purity, high-density manganese nitride with strict quality control. Our products are manufactured using advanced nitriding technology, ensuring low impurity levels and high alloy performance.
We offer customized specifications and packaging according to customer requirements.