Improvement of corrosion resistance of maraging steel manufactured by selective laser melting through Intercritical heat-treatment

CORROSION ◽  
10.5006/3972 ◽  
2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamaid Khan ◽  
Gökhan Özer ◽  
Mustafa Safa Yilmaz ◽  
Gürkan Tarakçı
Keyword(s):  
Heat Treatment ◽  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Maraging Steel ◽  
Corrosion Current ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Reversed Austenite ◽  
Corrosion Properties ◽  
Pitting Potential ◽  
Intercritical Heat Treatment ◽  
The Impact

Existing studies suggest that martensite-to-austenite reversion can increase the overall mechanical strength of maraging steel. Their effect on corrosion properties, however, is unclear. Selective laser melted (SLM) specimens were tempered near austenite finish temperatures to investigate the electrochemical effect of reversed austenite. X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy dispersive spectrometry (EDS) were used to characterize their microstructure. To define and test pitting performance, potentiodynamic polarization and open-circuit potential were performed in a 3.5 wt. % NaCl solution. The reversed austenite precipitated mainly along the martensite lath boundaries during the Intercritical heat treatment at 720°C. The nucleation of reversed austenite is allowed by the local Ni enrichment caused by the dissolution of intermetallic particles. As a result, the tempered 720°C specimens reported a higher pitting potential, lowest corrosion current density, and lowest corrosion rate than the as-printed, aged, and homogenized specimens. No investigations have been performed to date that demonstrate the impact of austenite reversion on the corrosion susceptibility of SLM maraging steel. Other than being nobler, austenite is lighter than martensite due to reduced precipitant density, accounting for fewer galvanic cells and a lower corrosion rate.

Study on the Impact of Welding on the Corrosion Properties of AA 6061 T6

2014 ◽  
Vol 575 ◽  
pp. 210-213
Author(s):  
Elsadig Mahdi ◽  
E. Eltai
Keyword(s):  
Pitting Corrosion ◽  
Heat Affected Zone ◽  
Open Circuit Potential ◽  
Welding Process ◽  
Corrosion Current ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Nacl Solution ◽  
Corrosion Properties ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Alloy 6061

Aluminium alloy 6061 T6 circular specimens were joined using TIG welding method. AlMg5 was used as filler. The corrosion behavior of welded and un-welded AA 6061 T6 was investigated using potentiodynamic and open circuit potential (OCP) measurements. Specimens were immersed in 3.5 (wt %) NaCl solution. Different zones with different corrosion properties were created as a result of the welding process. Results reveals that sever pitting corrosion has taken place on the heat affected zone (HAZ); the corrosion current of HAZ was increased. The measured potential of HAZ was more negative and largely fluctuated comparing to base metal (BM).

Influence of heat treatment on the corrosion properties of CuAlMn shape memory alloys

2019 ◽  
Vol 37 (6) ◽  
pp. 579-589 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ladislav Vrsalović ◽  
Ivana Ivanić ◽  
Stjepan Kožuh ◽  
Borut Kosec ◽  
Milan Bizjak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heat Treatment ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Manganese Oxides ◽  
Cast Alloy ◽  
Microscopic Analysis ◽  
Corrosion Current ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Solution Ph ◽  
Corrosion Properties ◽  
X Ray

AbstractThis paper reports on the influence of heat treatment on the corrosion properties of CuAlMn alloy in 0.1%, 0.9% and 1.5% NaCl solution (pH = 7.4). Heat treatment of alloy samples was performed by samples annealing at 900°C for 30 min. Electrochemical methods of investigations included measuring the open circuit potential (Eoc) and linear and potentiodynamic polarisation. Optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) were used to study the morphology and composition of the corroded surfaces, along with X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and atomic force microscopy (AFM). Heat-treated samples have slightly more positive values of Eoc, slightly lower values of corrosion current density and higher values of polarisation resistance compared with the as-cast alloy. The microscopic analysis showed the rough surfaces due to corrosion processes. Increasing the electrolyte concentration leads to an increase in alloy surface damage. AFM and SEM examinations showed that the surface was covered with interlaced layers of corrosion products, as well as cracks and ducts formed by their dissolution. EDX and XPS analyses showed that corrosive products consist mainly of aluminium and manganese oxides and chlorides. Annealed CuAlMn alloy samples have significantly lower copper content compared with the as-cast CuAlMn alloy.

Experimental study of the mechanical and corrosion properties of ethyl silicate resin applied on low carbon steel

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (108) ◽  
pp. 68-74
Author(s):  
M. Ali ◽  
J.H. Mohmmed ◽  
A.A. Zainulabdeen
Keyword(s):  
Heat Treatment ◽  
Carbon Steel ◽  
Open Circuit Potential ◽  
Low Carbon Steel ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Treatment Temperature ◽  
Ethyl Silicate ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Corrosion Properties ◽  
Mixture Ratio

Purpose: This work aimed at evaluating the properties of the ethyl silicate-based coating that can be applied on low carbon steel. Design/methodology/approach: Two mixture ratio types (2:1, and 3:2) of resin and hardener respectively were used to prepared two specimen models (A and B). Findings: It found that some mechanical properties (tensile, hardness, and impact strength) of ethyl silicate resin were evaluated according to standard criteria. Research limitations/implications: The effect of heat treatments at various temperatures (100, 150, and 200°C) and holding at different times (10, 20 & 30) min on hardness was investigated. Practical implications: Moreover, an open circuit potential corrosion test with a solution of 3.5% Sodium Chloride at room temperature and 60°C was used to determine the corrosion resistance of low carbon steel specimens coated with the two mixture types. Originality/value: The effects of mixture ratios (for resin and hardener) and heat treatment conditions on properties of ethyl silicate-based coating were studied. From obtained results, acceptable values of tensile, hardness, and toughness were recorded. Increasing heat treatment temperature and holding time leads to enhance hardness for both model types. An open circuit potential (OCP) tests show that there is an enhancement of protective properties of ethyl silicate coatings with mixture type B in comparison with type A was achieved. Generally, the results indicate that specimen model B has higher properties as compared with specimen model A.

scholarly journals Corrosion behaviour of an AlZnSnSrGa alloy in aqueous solutions of NaCl and Na2So4

2000 ◽  
Vol 65 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-81
Author(s):  
P. Zivkovic ◽  
J. Pjescic ◽  
S. Mentus
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Aqueous Solutions ◽  
Polarization Resistance ◽  
Corrosion Current Density ◽  
Corrosion Behaviour ◽  
Base Material ◽  
Corrosion Current ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Base Metals ◽  
Aluminium Plant

The alloy composed of Al(95.53%), Zn(2.85%), Sn(0.515%), Ga(0.1%) and Sr(0.009%), with the weight percents in the parentheses, was prepared by melting, using Al(99.84%), a product of the Aluminium Plant-Podgorica, as the base material. The corrosion behaviour of this alloy was tested in relation to the behaviour of the base metals, by both open curcuit potential and polarization resistance methods, in aqueous solutions of both NaCl and Na2SO4, the concentration of which varied within the range 0.00051 - 0.51 mol dm -3. Over the whole salt concentration ranges, the corrosion parameters indicate that the corrosion rate of the alloy is significantly higher than the rate of the base material. For instance, for the concentration range 0.00051 - 0.51 mol dm -3 , the stationary open circuit potentials, related to SCE, in NaCl solutions were - 1.200 to - 1.460 V for the alloy and - 0.693 to - 0.920 V for Al, while in Na2SO4 solutions, the stationary open circuit potentials were - 1.190 to - 1.465V for the alloy and - 0.780 to - 0.860V for Al. At the same time, the corrosion current density in NaCl solutions varied within 11-89 mA cm -2 for the alloy and 0.35 - 0.80 for Al, while in Na2SO4 solutions it amounted to 5.7.52 mA cm -2 for the alloy and 0.28 - 0.88 mA cm -2 for Al.

Experimental investigation and empirical modeling for corrosion rate prediction of biodegradable zinc based composite considering the effect of constituent materials

2021 ◽  
pp. 095440622110556
Author(s):  
Dayanidhi Krishana Pathak ◽  
Pulak Mohan Pandey
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Biomedical Applications ◽  
Microwave Sintering ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Simulated Body Fluid Solution ◽  
Corrosion Current ◽  
Essential Elements ◽  
Empirical Modeling ◽  
Corrosion Properties

Biodegradable zinc (Zn) has shown great potential in the area of biomedical applications. Though, the mechanical properties are decisive for the use of Zn for orthopedic and cardiovascular applications. Consequently, one needs to focus on improving the mechanical properties of Zn for its suitability in biomedical applications. Alloying of essential elements of the human body resulted in enhancement of Zn’s mechanical properties in recent years. The corrosion rate of pure Zn is ideal; however, the addition of other elements has resulted in a loss of its ideal corrosion rate. The inclusion of hydroxyapatite (HA) and iron (Fe) in Zn has also been reported in improving the mechanical properties. Hence, a need is raised for the development of a model which can predict the corrosion rate after adding HA along with Fe in Zn. In this research work, empirical based modeling is proposed to predict the corrosion rate, which incorporates the outcome of addition of Fe and HA in Zn. The Zn based materials were fabricated with the help of microwave sintering for developing the empirical model. The corrosion properties of the materials were assessed through a potentiodynamic polarization test in a simulated body fluid solution. The enhanced corrosion rate was attained with the rise in HA (wt%) and Fe (wt%) in Zn. An empirical correlation was established between the influencing controlling parameters (i.e., corrosion current, equivalent weight, and material density) of corrosion rate. Confirmation experiments were conducted to validate the developed model, and the highest error of 6.12% was obtained between the experimental and predicted values exhibiting the efficaciousness of the proposed model.

Effect of homogenization temperature and soaking time on the microstructure and corrosion properties of a twin roll casted AA3003

CORROSION ◽  
10.5006/3813 ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donovan Verkens ◽  
Reynier Revilla ◽  
Mert Günyüz ◽  
Cemil Işıksaçan ◽  
Herman Terryn ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heat Treatment ◽  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
Heat Exchangers ◽  
Corrosion Behaviour ◽  
Life Time ◽  
Homogenization Temperature ◽  
Corrosion Properties ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Twin Roll

The AA3003 alloy is widely used as fin material in heat exchangers. The life time of these heat exchangers is mostly determined by their corrosion properties. Twin roll casting (TRC) of AA3003 material is known to often result in the formation of a macrosegregation area of alloying elements towards the centre plane of the casted strip (centre line segregation = CLS). Considering the potential exposure of cross-sectional areas of TRC material in the heat exchanger fin application, and the relatively high corrosion susceptibility of the CLS, the study of this region is of key importance to understand the microstructural effects on the resulting corrosion mechanisms and kinetics for these materials. Typically the alloys are homogenized to bring the microstructures closer to an equilibrium state, but the impact of this heat treatment on the corrosion properties is insufficiently studied. Therefore, this study investigates the effect of different homogenization procedures on the corrosion properties of the CLS and the interaction of the intermetallic particles with the surrounding aluminium matrix. This work shows that the pitting corrosion resistance is greatly dependent on the homogenization temperature, with better corrosion resistance obtained with higher temperature, especially near the CLS. This difference in corrosion behaviour is completely attributed to a difference in microstructure and not to an oxide layer effect. Furthermore, it is observed that not only temperature will have a large influence on the corrosion resistance, but duration of the heat treatment as well.

scholarly journals Mechanical and Corrosion Properties of Mg-Based Alloys with Gd Addition

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (11) ◽  
pp. 1775 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aneta Kania ◽  
Ryszard Nowosielski ◽  
Agnieszka Gawlas-Mucha ◽  
Rafał Babilas
Keyword(s):  
Open Circuit Potential ◽  
Corrosion Potential ◽  
Orthopedic Implants ◽  
Corrosion Current ◽  
Medical Application ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Dendritic Microstructure ◽  
Corrosion Properties ◽  
Electrochemical Parameters ◽  
Mechanical And Corrosion Properties

Magnesium alloys with rare earth metals are very attractive materials for medical application because of satisfactory mechanical properties. Nevertheless, low corrosion resistance is an obstacle in the use of Mg alloys as resorbable orthopedic implants. The paper presents results of mechanical and corrosion properties of MgCa5-xZn1Gdx (x = 1, 2, and 3 wt. %) alloys. Based on the microscopic observations it was stated that the studied alloys show a dendritic microstructure with interdendritic solute rich regions. The phase analysis reveals an occurrence of α-Mg and Mg2Ca, Ca2Mg6Zn3 phases that are thermodynamic predictions, and stated Mg26Zn59Gd7 phases in MgCa5-xZn1Gdx (x = 1, 2, and 3 wt. %) alloys. The Mg26Zn59Gd7 phases are visible as lamellar precipitations along interdendritic regions. It was confirmed that an increase of Gd content from 1 to 3 wt. % improves ultimate tensile (Rm; from 74 to 89 MPa) and compressive strength (Rc; from 184 to 221 MPa). Moreover, the studied alloys are active in Ringer’s solution. They are characterized by an increase of corrosion potential (Ecorr) of about 150 mV in comparison with values of open circuit potential (EOCP). The best electrochemical parameters (e.g., corrosion current density, icorr, polarization resistance, Rp, and Ecorr) were obtained for the MgCa3Zn1Gd2 alloy.

scholarly journals Influence of Heat Treatment on the Corrosion Behaviour of Aluminium Silver Nano Particle/Calcium Carbonate Composite

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (10) ◽  
pp. 280
Author(s):  
Omolayo Michael Ikumapayi ◽  
Esther T. Akinlabi ◽  
Olayinka Oluwatosin Abegunde ◽  
Precious Ken-Ezihuo ◽  
Henry A. Benjamin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heat Treatment ◽  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Corrosion Behaviour ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Corrosion Properties ◽  
Corrosive Media ◽  
Loss Analysis ◽  
Weight Composition ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Hybrid Reinforcement

Corrosion is one of the leading sources of material failure and deterioration in society. Scholars have proposed different techniques to mitigate corrosion. This research study explores and validates one of these techniques. An Aluminium metal matrix (AMC) was produced using the stir casting method with various weight percentages of AgNp and CaCO3 reinforcements. Heat treatment was performed on the samples to enhance the metallurgical and corrosion properties of the materials. The corrosion rate of the AMC samples was tested in different corrosive media (neutral and acidic) with different concentrations using the weight loss analysis technique for several days. It was observed that the corrosion rate of the AMC relies on the nature of the electrolyte and the percentage concentration of this electrolyte. The heat treatment improves the corrosion resistance of the AMC samples. In addition, an increase in the % weight composition of the reinforcement (AgNp + CaCO3) results in a reduction in the corrosion rate of the AMC in both corrosive media. The optimal %weight composition was found to be 4% for the hybrid reinforcement of AgNp + CaCO3 and 6% for the CaCO3 reinforcement in both the untreated and heat-treated samples.

Effect of heat treatment on microstructure and corrosion resistance of extruded ZK80 Mg alloy

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 1092-1099
Author(s):  
Fenghong Cao ◽  
Chang Chen ◽  
Zhenyu Wang
Keyword(s):  
Heat Treatment ◽  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Aging Time ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Aging Treatment ◽  
Corrosion Process ◽  
Corrosion Mechanism ◽  
Nacl Solution ◽  
Corrosion Properties

The corrosion characteristics and corrosion mechanism of the extruded ZK80 alloy with different states soaking in 3.5% NaCl solution at room temperature were analyzed via OM, SEM, EDS, XRD and static weightlessness method and other experimental analysis methods. The results show that when the aging temperature is constant, and the corrosion rate decreases with the lengthen of aging time, while when the corrosion time is constant, the corrosion rate increases with the increase in aging time. Appropriate aging treatment not only refines the grain of the alloy, but also precipitates the Mg–Zn phase which can effectively prevent the corrosion process and improve the anti-corrosion properties of the alloy. The main corrosion characteristics of the alloy are filamentary corrosion and pitting corrosion.

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