Briquetted Coke

Briquetted coke, also known as coke briquettes or coke fines, is a processed form of metallurgical coke that has been compressed into briquettes. These briquettes are typically used as a supplementary fuel and carbon source in various industrial processes, such as steelmaking and foundry applications. The process of creating briquetted coke involves compacting fine particles of metallurgical coke into a denser and more manageable form. The composition of briquetted coke includes metallurgical coke fines as the main carbonaceous material and a binder, often derived from coal tar or pitch, to maintain the structural integrity of the briquettes.

Briquetted coke serves as an additional carbon source in industrial processes and can be added to the charge materials in blast furnaces during iron and steel production. The briquettes contribute to the overall carbon content and provide energy for the reduction of iron ore. Additionally, the briquetting process transforms loose coke fines into compact and uniform briquettes, making them easier to handle, transport, and store, which is advantageous for industrial operations requiring a more manageable form of coke. Furthermore, briquetted coke tends to have more uniform combustion properties compared to loose coke fines, leading to improved process control and efficiency in industrial applications.