Billets are semi-finished steel products with a square or rectangular cross-section, used primarily as a raw material for further processing into more refined products like bars, rods, and structural steel. They are produced through a hot rolling process and serve as a precursor in the manufacturing of a wide range of steel products.

Steel billets are created by casting molten steel into solid forms, which are then cooled and further processed. The typical dimensions of billets range from 100 mm to 150 mm square or rectangular cross-sections, and they can be several meters long. The production of billets involves melting steel in an electric arc furnace or basic oxygen furnace and then casting it into billet shapes using continuous casting or ingot casting techniques.

Characteristics of Billets:

• Versatility: Billets can be processed into a variety of steel products, including bars, rods, and structural sections, making them a key component in the steel production chain.
• Strength: Steel billets have good mechanical properties and strength, which are essential for producing high-quality end products.
• Uniform Quality: The casting and cooling processes ensure that billets have consistent quality, which is crucial for downstream manufacturing.
• Cost-Effective: Billets provide a cost-efficient way to produce a range of steel products, offering an economical solution for high-volume production.