Pig iron has a melting point in the range of 1420–1470 K, which is lower than either of its two main components, and makes it the first product to be melted when carbon and iron are heated together.
Ia memiliki titik leleh di kisaran 1420-1470 K, lebih rendah daripada salah satu dari dua komponen utama, dan membuatnya produk pertama yang akan meleleh ketika karbon dan besi dipanaskan bersama-sama.