Narrow Slab

Narrow slab casters are versatile, high-speed machines ideal for producing thin, precision-width slabs with minimal rolling effort.

Key Components

Ladle Turret System-Twin-arm rotating mechanism for continuous ladle changing.
Tundish-Narrow, elongated design optimized for thin slab flow.
Mold System-Narrow-width copper mold (typically 50-500mm adjustable) specialized mold flux for thin slab casting.
Run-out Table-Roller conveyor with cooling capability.

Overview

Narrow Slab Caster in Metal Casting A narrow slab caster is a specialized continuous casting machine designed to produce thin, narrow slabs (typically 50–500 mm wide and 90–150 mm thick), which are later rolled into strips, plates, or specialty steel products. These casters bridge the gap between traditional slab casters (for wide sheets) and billet/bloom casters (for square sections).

Advantages

Flexibility – Produces multiple widths without mold changes.
Cost-Effective – Lower rolling costs vs. wide slabs for narrow products.
Energy Efficiency – Reduced reheating needs due to near-net shape.
High Surface Quality – Optimized cooling reduces defects.