Microstructure and tribological properties of laser clad Ni-Ag/Tic composite coating

Ni-Ag/TiC composite coating was prepared on the 45 steel substrates by means of laser cladding. Microstructure and wear properties of composite coatings were analyzed using optical microscopy, field emission scanning electron microscopy and wear machine. The experimental results show that defects, such as cracks and pores, do not occur in the laser-cladded Ni-Ag/TiC composite coating and 45 steel substrate, and they present good metallurgical bonding between them. Compared with Ni/TiC composite coating, micro- hardness values of the two coatings do not present evident differences. The wear experiment result shows that Ni-Ag/TiC composite coated with Ag possesses low friction coefficient and good wear resistance compared with Ni/TiC composite coating.     

Characterization of Fe3Si-based coatings on low silicon steel by pulsed Nd：YAG laser cladding

The Fe3Si based coating was produced on the Fe-1Si steel surface by a pulsed Nd:YAG (yttrium aluminum garnet) laser. Its phase constitution and microstructure were characterized by using X-ray diffraction (XRD),optical microscope (OM),and field emission scanning electron microscope (FESEM) with associated energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The hyperfine structure of the coating was studied by Mssbauer spectra (MS) and the magnetic property was also measured at ...     

Effects of laser pulse energy on surface microstructure and mechanical properties of high carbon steel

Surface microstructure and mechanical properties of pearlitic Fe–0.8%C(mass fraction) steel after laser shock processing(LSP) with different laser pulse energies were investigated by scanning electron microscopy(SEM),transmission electron microscopy(TEM),X-ray diffraction(XRD) and microhardness measurements.After LSP,the cementite lamellae were bent,kinked and broken into particles.Fragmentation and dissolution of the cementite lamellae were enhanced by increasing the laser pulse energy.Due to the dissolution of carbon atoms in the ferritic matrix,the lattice parameter of α-Fe increased.The grain size of the surface ferrite was refined,and the microstructure changed from lamellae to ultrafine micro-duplex structure(ferrite(α)+cementite(θ)) with higher laser pulse energy,accompanied by the residual stress and microhardness increase.     

Microstructure and corrosion properties of laser cladding MoNi based alloy coatings

Mo-based alloys are widely used for their excellent wear and corrosion resistance as well as high temperature resistance.Mo-NiCrBSi and Mo-Ni alloy coatings were prepared on 1020 water wall tube by laser cladding technology in the present study.The microstructure and phase compositions were analyzed by means of the scanning electron microscopy(SEM),energy-dispersive spectroscopy(EDS)and X-ray diffractometry(XRD).The corrosion properties of the coatings were evaluated by an electrochemical experiment at room temperature in 3.5 wt.%NaCl electrolyte.With increasing content of Mo,the structure homogeneity in Mo-Ni coatings deteriorated,the grain size increased,the average hardness and the corrosion resistance declined,due to the more content of harmful phases.Compared to the Mo-Ni coatings,the overall performance was better for the Mo-NiCrBSi,which had the higher hardness contributed by the element B and Si as well as the better corrosion resistance due to the addition of Cr.     

The Effects of WC on the Microstructures and Wear Resistance of FeCoCrNiB0.2 High Entropy Alloy

To improve the wear resistance of the FeCoCrNiB_0.2 high entropy alloy (HEA),the FeCoCrNiB_0.2 (WC₀) and FeCoCrNiB_0.2+20wt%WC (WC₂₀) HEA coatings were prepared on Q235 steel by laser cladding (LC).The microstructure,hardness,and tribometer of the HEA coatings were investigated using scanning electron microscopy with spectroscopy (SEM/EDS),X-ray diffraction (XRD),vickers microhardness tester,and pin-on-disc tribometer,respectively.The experimen...     

Microstructure and wear resistance of in situ NbC particles reinforced Ni-based alloy composite coating by laser cladding

The in situ synthesized NbC particles reinforced Ni-based alloy composite coating was produced by laser cladding a precursor mixture of Ni-based alloy powder,graphite and niobium powders on a steel substrate.The microstructure,phase composition and wear property of the composite coating were investigated by means of scanning electron microscopy(SEM),X-ray diffraction(XRD)and dry sliding wear test.The experiment results show that the composite coating is homogeneous and free from cracks,and about 0.8 mm thick.The microstructure of the composite coating is mainly composed of NbC particles,CrB type chromium borides,γ-Ni primary dendrites,and interdendritic eutectics.CrB phases often nucleate and grow on the surface of NbC particles or in their close vicinity.NbC particles are formed via in situ reaction between niobium and graphite in the molten pool during the laser cladding process and they are commonly precipitated in three kinds of morphologies,such as quadrangle,cluster,and flower-like shape.Compared with the pure Ni-based alloy coating,the microhardness of the composite coating is increased about 38%,giving a high average hardness of HV0.21000,and the wear rate of the composite coating is decreased by about 32%,respectively.These are attributed to the presence of in situ synthesized NbC particles and their well distribution in the coating.     

Investigation on laser cladding of MoSi2 powder on steel

The feasibility of the fabrication of coatings for elevated-temperature structural applications by laser cladding MoSi2 pow- der on steel was investigated. A dense and crack-free fine coating, well-bonded with the substrate has been obtained by this technique This coating consists of FeMoSi, Fe2Si and a small amount of MosSi3 due to dilution of the substrate in the coating. The microstructure of the coating is characterized of typical fine dendrites, The dendrites are composed of FeMoSi primary phase, and the interdendritic areas are two eutectic phases of FeMoSi and Fe2Si. The hardness of the coating reaches 845 Hv0.5, 3.7 times larger than that of the steel substrate （180 Hv05）.     

Dry wear behaviors of wear resistant composite coatings produced by laser cladding

Using different proportional mixtures of Ni-coated MoS2, TiC and pure Ni powders, new typical wear resistant and selflubricant coatings were formed on low carbon steel by laser cladding process. The microstructures and phase composition of the composite coatings were studied by SEM and XRD. The typical microstructure of the composite coating is composed of multisulfide phases including binary element sulfide and ternary element sulfide, γ-Ni, TiC and Mo2C. Wear tests were carried out using an FALEX-6 type pin-on-disc machine. The friction coefficient and mass loss of three kinds of MoS2/TiC/Ni laser clad coatings are lower than those of quenched 45 steel, and the worn surfaces of the laser cladding coatings are very smooth. Because of high hardness combined with low friction, the laser cladding composite coating with a mixture of 70% Ni-coated MoS2, 20%TiC and 10% pure Ni powder presents better wear behaviors than the composite coating with other powder blends. The composition analysis of the worn surface of GCr15 bearing steel shows that the transferred film from the laser cladding coating to the opposite surface of GCr15 bearing steel contains an amount of sulfide, which can change the micro-friction mechanism and lead to a reduced friction coefficient.     

Effect of electromagnetic stirring on the microstructure and wear behavior of iron-based composite coatings

The effect of electromagnetic stirring on the microstructure and wear behavior of coatings has been investigated. A series of iron-based coatings were fabricated by the plasma-transferred arc cladding process by applying different magnetic field currents. The microstructure and wear resistance of the composite coatings were characterized by scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDAX), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and wet sand rubber wheel abrasion tester. The experimental re- sults showed that the microstructure of the coatings was mainly the γ-Fe matrix and (Cr, Fe)7C3 carbide reinforced phase. The coatings were metallurgically bonded to the substrate. With increasing magnetic field current, the amount of the block-like (Cr, Fe)7C3 carbide reinforced phase increased at first, reached a local maximum, and then decreased sharply. When the magnetic field current reached 3 A, the block-like (Cr, Fe)7C3 carbides with high volume fraction were uniformly distributed in the matrix and the coating displayed a high microhardness and an excellent wear resistance under the wear test condition.     

Microstructure and Wear Behaviour of Laser-Induced Thermite Reaction Al2O3 Ceramic Coatings on Pure Aluminum and AA7075 Aluminum Alloy

Wear-resistant laser-induced thermite reaction Al_2O_3 ceramic coatings can be fabricated on pure Al and AA7075 aluminum alloy by laser cladding(one-step method)and laser cladding followed by laser re-melting(two-step method)using mixed powders CuO-Al-SiO_2 in order to improve the wear properties of aluminum and aluminum alloy,respectively.The microstructure of the coatings was characterized by scanning electron microscopy(SEM)and X-ray diffraction(XRD).The wear resistance of the coatings was evaluated under dry sliding wear test condition at room temperature.Owing to the presence of hardα-Al_2O_3 andγ-Al_2O_3 phases,the coatings exhibited excellent wear resistance.In addition,the wear resistance of the coatings fabricated by two-step method is superior to that of the coatings fabricated by one-step method.     

Ti对激光熔覆铁基合金涂层组织和耐磨性的影响

采用激光熔覆技术在低碳钢表面制备Fe基合金涂层（Fe50）和添加1％（质量分数）Ti粉的Ti／Fe50涂层,分析研究两涂层的相结构、显微组织、硬度及耐磨性。结果表明：激光熔覆Fe50涂层主要由α-Fe和Cr23C6组成,其组织由柱状枝晶固溶体及其间网状分布的共晶组成;添加质量分数为1％的Ti后,涂层中除了α-Fe和Cr23C6相,还含有γ—Fe相,组织明显等轴化、均匀化;与Fe50涂层相比,Ti／Fe50涂层耐磨性提高了20％以上。     

Microstructure and thermal physical parameters of Ni60-Cr3C2 composite coating by laser cladding

To satisfy performance and long life requirements for hot forging die, Ni60-Cr₃C₂ composite coatings were prepared on the high-speed steel W₆Mo₅Cr₄V₂ using laser cladding technology. Laser clad coatings with different ratios of Ni60:Cr₃C₂ were investigated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), energy-dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX) and microhardness tester, respectively. Specific heat capacity and thermal conductivity were measured by Laser Thermal Constant Meter. Thermal expansion coefficient and elastic modulus were measured by Dynamic Mechanical Thermal Analyzer and Electro-Hydraulic Servocontrolled Testing System, respectively. The results indicated that Ni60+50wt% Cr₃C₂ composite coating had dense and homogeneous structure, as well as a metallurgical bonding with the substrate. With the increase of Cr₃C₂ content, volume of chromium-containing compounds in the composite coating increased, microhardness increased and microstructure refined. The thermal physical parameters results showed that Ni60+ 50wt% Cr₃C₂ composite coating was overall worse than W₆Mo₅Cr₄V₂, but had a higher hot yield strength to alleviate hot fatigue and surface hot wear of hot forging die during hot forging and thus improve the service life of hot forging die.     

工具钢表面激光熔覆Co基合金涂层的组织及性能

通过送粉式激光熔覆在碳素工具钢(T10钢)表面制备了Co基合金熔覆涂层。利用扫描电子显微镜(SEM)和X射线衍射仪(XRD)分析其微观结构和相组成。结果表明:熔覆层中主要有γ-Co相以及其他相,包括Cr23C6、Co7W6和CrNi。从熔池与基体界面到熔覆层表面存在不同的凝固形态,依次为平面晶(在界面处)、胞状晶和树枝晶。微观组织较细的树枝晶强化了熔覆层,因而激光熔覆层的显微硬度增加,耐腐蚀性提高。     

激光熔覆钛基复合涂层的显微组织和硬度分析

采用激光熔覆快速非平衡合成方法制备了原位反应合成TiB增强钛基复合材料.用Y2O3、Ti和B的混合粉末在Ti-6Al-4V基体表面激光熔覆制得TiB/Ti复合涂层.采用X线衍射仪(XRD)、扫描电子显微镜(SEM)、能量散射光谱仪(EDS)和硬度测试等方法,研究了原位合成TiB/Ti复合涂层的显微结构和显微硬度.结果显示:激光熔覆层的相结构主要为α-Ti和TiB两相,TiB增强相均匀地分布于复合涂层中,熔覆层的硬度值高于基体Ti合金的硬度值1倍以上,Y2O3含量(质量分数w,全文同)为1％的激光熔覆涂层内部的增强相组织最为均匀、细小,且硬度值也最高,平均硬度(HV)值约为830.     

稀土对激光熔覆Co基合金组织及性能的影响

为了提高热镀锌生产线关键部件的使用寿命,采用激光熔覆技术在316L不锈钢表面制备了具有不同稀土氧化物含量的Co基熔覆层.利用扫描电子显微镜、能谱仪、X射线衍射仪和显微硬度计研究了稀土氧化物对Co基合金熔覆层显微组织、相结构、显微硬度的影响.结果表明,稀土氧化物使得Co基合金熔覆层的组织更为细化,且硬度更高.添加质量分数为0.5%的CeO_2后,Co基合金熔覆层的显微硬度高达900 HV.Co基稀土合金熔覆层主要由γ-Co、Cr_7C_3及相应稀土氧化物组成.稀土氧化物的加入有效延缓了由锌液沿微裂纹扩展引起的溶解腐蚀.添加质量分数为0.5%的CeO_2后,Co基合金熔覆层的腐蚀深度约为12μm,锌蚀过渡层平直且完整,耐锌蚀性优异.     

Laser cladding Al-Si/Al2O3-TiO2 composite coatings on AZ31B magnesium alloy

To improve the wear resistance and corrosion resistance of magnesium alloys, a 5 kW continuous wave CO₂ laser was used to investigate the laser surface cladding on AZ31B magnesium alloys with Al-Si/Al₂O₃ -TiO₂ composite powders. A detailed microstructure, chemical composition, and phase analysis of the composite coatings were studied by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The laser cladding shows good metallurgical bonding with the substrate. The composite coatings are composed of Mg₁₇Al₁₂, Al₃Mg₂, Mg₂Si, Al₂O₃, and TiO₂ phases. Compared to the average microhardness (50HV_0.05) of the AZ31B substrate, that of the composite coatings (230HV_0.05) is improved significantly. The wear resistances of the surface layers were evaluated in detail. The results demonstrate that the wear resistances of the laser surface-modified samples are considerably improved compared to the substrate. It also show that the composite coatings exhibit better corrosion resistance than that of the substrate in 3.5wt% NaCl solution.     

激光熔覆Fe基非晶／纳米晶复合涂层的组织与性能

对以激光熔覆方式在45钢基体上制备的FeNiSiBVRE非晶涂层进行激光晶化,制备非晶／纳米晶复合涂层.利用X射线衍射仪、透射电镜、扫描电镜和磨损试验机研究非晶／纳米晶复合涂层的组织与性能.研究结果表明,涂层存在着分层结构,组成相有晶化相、非晶相和纳米晶相;涂层底部和顶部的显微组织由大量的稀土树枝晶、板条状硼化物和粒状碳化物组成,涂层中部的显微组织是由大量的纳米晶相镶嵌在非晶基体上构成.与没有进行激光晶化的非晶涂层相比,涂层的耐磨损性能下降.其磨损机制以粘着磨损和剥层磨损为主.