vacuum induction melting

metallurgy
Also known as: VIM

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  • manufacturing
    In steel: Induction melting

    This is called vacuum induction melting, or VIM. When liquid steel is placed in a vacuum, removal of carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen takes place, generating a boil in the crucible. In many cases, the liquid steel is cast directly from the furnace into ingot molds that are placed…

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