Specific Applications:
Heating Elements:
Fecralloy's high electrical resistivity and resistance to oxidation make it ideal for electric heating elements in ovens, furnaces, and other industrial processes.
Catalytic Converters:
Fecralloy fibers are used in catalytic converters, particularly in automotive applications, to reduce harmful emissions.
High-Temperature Filtration:
The alloy's ability to withstand extreme temperatures and its high surface area make it suitable for filtering hot gases and liquids in various industrial settings.
Nuclear Reactors:
Fecralloy is being explored for use in accident-tolerant fuel cladding and structural components in nuclear reactors due to its resistance to corrosion and radiation damage.
Fusion Reactors:
Similar to nuclear reactors, Fecralloy's properties make it a candidate for first wall and blanket structures in fusion reactors.
Infrared Burners:
Fecralloy metal fiber felt is used in infrared combustion systems, offering high temperature resistance and efficient heat transfer, according to Rondatex.
Industrial Process Heating:
Fecralloy fibers can be woven into fabrics or used as heating elements in various industrial processes like drying, annealing, and firing.
