Microstructure and corrosion behavior of plasma electrolytic oxidation coated magnesium alloy pre-treated by laser surface melting

An AZ91D magnesium alloy was treated using duplex techniques of laser surface melting (LSM) and plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO). The microstructure, composition and corrosion behavior of the laser melted surface, PEO coatings, LSM–PEO duplex coatings as well as the as-received specimen were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and electrochemical corrosion tests, respectively. Especially, the effect of LSM pre-treatment on the microstructure, composition and corrosion resistance of the PEO coatings was investigated. Results showed that the corrosion resistance of AZ91D alloy was marginally improved by LSM due to the refinement of grains, redistribution of β-phase (Mg₁₇Al₁₂) and increase of Al on the surface. Both the PEO and duplex (LSM–PEO) coatings improved significantly the corrosion resistance of the AZ91D alloys, while the duplex (LSM–PEO) coating exhibited better corrosion resistance compared with the PEO coating.     

Electrodeposition of chemically and mechanically protective Al-coatings on AZ91D Mg alloy

Electrodeposition of aluminium coatings upon AZ91D in aluminum chloride/1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride ionic liquid was achieved. Post-plating heat treatment processes compatible with AZ91D solution treatment (420 °C) and aging treatment (200 °C) were explored to improve coatings adhesion and hardness, and to maintain corrosion resistance. 420 °C treatment produced a β-phase (Mg₁₇Al₁₂) enriched two-phase coating; whilst treatment at 200 °C leads to a tri-layer structure, rich in γ-phase (Mg₂Al₃). The 200 °C treatment was shown to be most effective for corrosion resistance, eradicating water reduction as the principal cathodic reaction and increasing surface hardness.     

Electrodeposition of zinc on AZ91D magnesium alloy pre‐treated by stannate conversion coatings

A stannate chemical conversion process followed by an activation procedure was employed as the pre‐treatment process for AZ91D magnesium alloy substrate. Zn was electroplated onto the pre‐treated AZ91D magnesium alloy surface from pyrophosphate bath to improve the corrosion resistance and the solderability. The surface morphologies of conversion coating and zinc coating were examined with scanning electron microscope (SEM). The phase composition of conversion coating was investigated by X‐ray diffraction (XRD). The electrochemical corrosion behavior of the coatings in the corrosive solution was investigated by potentiodynamic polarization curves and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The experimental results showed that the activated stannate chemical conversion coating provided a suitable interface between zinc coating and the AZ91D magnesium alloy substrate. The corrosion resistance of the AZ91D substrate was improved by the zinc coating.     

Preparation and characterization of inorganic and organic coatings on AZ91D magnesium alloy with electroless plating pretreatment

In this paper, a protective coating scheme was applied for the corrosion protection of AZ91D magnesium alloy. Electroless Ni coating (EN coating) as bottom layer, electrodeposited Ni coating (ENN coating), and silane‐based coating (ENS coating) as top layer, respectively, were successfully prepared on AZ91D magnesium alloy by combination techniques. Scanning electron microscopy and X‐ray diffraction were employed to investigate the surface and phase structure of coatings, respectively. The electrochemical corrosion behaviors of coatings in neutral 3.5 wt% NaCl solution were evaluated by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and potentiodynamic polarization techniques. The corrosion testing showed that the three kinds of coatings all could provide corrosion protection for AZ91D magnesium alloy to a certain extent, and the corrosion resistance of ENN and ENS was superior to EN. In order to further study the corrosion protection properties of ENN and ENS, a comparative investigation on the evolution of EIS of ENN and ENS was carried out by dint of immersion test in neutral 3.5 wt% NaCl solution. The results indicated that, compared with ENN, the ENS could provide longer corrosion protection for AZ91D magnesium alloy. It is significant to determine the barrier effect of each coating, which could provide reference for industry applications.     

Enhanced corrosioon resistance by sol‐gel‐based ZrO2‐CeO2 coatings on magnesium alloys

The physical, chemical and mechanical properties of magnesium alloys make them attractive materials for automotive and aerospace applications. However, these materials are susceptible to corrosion and wear. This work discusses the potential of using sol‐gel based coatings consisting of ZrO₂ and 15 wt.% of CeO₂. The CeO₂ component provides enhanced corrosion protection, while ZrO₂ impart corrosion as well as wear resistance. Coating deposition was performed by the dip coating technique on two magnesium alloy substrates with different surface finishes: AZ91D (as‐casted, sand‐blasted, and machined) and AZ31 (rolled and machined). All as‐deposited coatings (xerogel coatings) were then subjected to 10 h annealilng: a temperature of 180°C was applied to the AZ91D alloy and 140°C to the AZ31 alloy. Morphological and structural properties of the annealed coatings were investigated by scanning electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. Coating composition was examined using energy dispersive X‐ray analysis. Adhesion of the annealed ZrO₂‐CeO₂ coatings on the substrates, assessed by scratch tests, showed critical loads indicative of coating perforation of up to 32 N. Hardness and elasticity, measured using depth‐sensing nanoindentation tests, gave a hardness and elastic modulus of 4.5 GPa and 98 GPa, respectively. Salt spray corrosion tests performed on these coatings showed superior corrosion resistance for AZ91D (as‐casted and machined) and AZ31 (machined), while severe corrosion was observed for the AZ31 (rolled) and AZ91D (sand‐blasted) magnesium alloy substrates.     

AZ91D 镁合金表面 Ni-P / Ni-Sn-P 双镀层的制备与性能研究

目的提高AZ91D镁合金的耐腐蚀性能,扩大其应用范围。方法先在AZ91D镁合金表面化学镀Ni-P镀层,再化学镀Ni-Sn-P镀层,形成Ni-P/Ni-Sn-P双镀层。研究Ni-P/Ni-Sn-P双镀层的表面形貌和耐腐蚀性能,并与Ni-P单镀层进行对比。结果 Ni-P/Ni-Sn-P双镀层表面分布更均匀平整,缺陷较少,孔隙率较低,具有无定形结构。二次Ni-Sn-P镀层的腐蚀电位约为-0.77 V,略低于一次化学镀Ni-P层(约-0.68 V),两镀层间的电位差使得其构成了微腐蚀电偶,Ni-P层作为阴极,Ni-Sn-P层作为阳极,阳极优先被腐蚀。结论 Ni-P/Ni-Sn-P双镀层的Ni-Sn-P外层能为Ni-P内层提供阴极保护,较好地横向分散腐蚀电流,从而增强AZ91D镁合金基底的耐腐蚀性能。     

Influence of substrate composition on the formation of phytic acid conversion coatings

In this paper, the formation and corrosion resistance of the phytic acid conversion coatings on Mg, Al, and AZ91D magnesium alloy were contrastively investigated using scanning electronic microscopy (SEM), Auger electron spectroscopy (AES), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), electronic probe microscopic analyzer (EPMA), electronic balance, and electrochemical methods. The influence of phytic acid conversion coating as a middle layer on the properties of the paint on magnesium alloys was also investigated. The results show that the formation process of the conversion coatings is evidently influenced by the compositions of the substrate. The coating on pure aluminum is thinner and compacter than that on pure magnesium and the coating formed on α phase in AZ91D magnesium alloy is thinner but denser than that on β phase. The phytic acid conversion coatings formed on Mg, Al, and AZ91D magnesium alloy can all increase their corrosion resistance. The active functional groups of hydroxyl and phosphate radical are rich in the conversion coatings, which can improve the bonding between the organic paint and magnesium alloy and then improve their corrosion resistance.     

Organic-magnesium complex conversion coating on AZ91D magnesium alloy

An organic-magnesium complex conversion (OMCC) coating on AZ91D magnesium alloy was obtained by treating in a solution containing organic compounds. SEM, FESEM and XPS were used to examine the surface morphology, thickness and structure of the conversion coatings. The results show that the continuous and uniform conversion coating is deposited on AZ91D alloy and the main component of the coatings is organic compound containing benzene ring, which forms a chemical bond with magnesium. The polarization measurement and salt spray test show that the corrosion resistance of the conversion coating is much higher than that of traditional chromate conversion coating.     

模拟海洋环境中Ni-Co合金镀层对AZ91D镁合金的腐蚀防护研究

目的提高AZ91D镁合金的腐蚀防护性能。方法采用化学镀前处理在AZ91D镁合金表面制备一种保护性的Ni-Co合金镀层。分别采用环境扫描电镜(ESEM)、X射线衍射(XRD)和能量散射谱(EDS)分析合金镀层的表面形貌、微结构特点和化学成分。采用动电位极化(PC)和电化学阻抗谱(EIS),分析测试在模拟海洋环境(中性3.5%Na Cl溶液)中Ni-Co合金镀层对AZ91D镁合金的腐蚀防护性能。结果镁合金表面化学镀Ni-P镀层均匀覆盖,晶粒生长较致密,表面呈菜花状形貌,Ni-P镀层中P质量分数约为5.6%。Ni-Co合金镀层表面均匀且呈金字塔状形貌,形成了面心固溶体(FCC),镀层中Co质量分数约为31%。Ni-P镀层和Ni-Co合金镀层的厚度分别约为11μm和19μm。在模拟海洋(中性3.5%Na Cl溶液)环境中,镁合金裸基体、化学镀前处理Ni-P镀层、Ni-Co合金镀层的腐蚀电位分别为-1485、-372、-284 m V,其腐蚀电流密度分别是3.4×10-5、1.8×10-6、2.9×10~(-7) A/cm2,所拟合的电荷转移电阻分别为4.72×103、1.70×104、2.06×106?/cm2。结论化学镀前处理Ni-P镀层可为镁合金提供较好的腐蚀防护,Ni-Co合金镀层能够为镁合金提供更显著的腐蚀防护。     

AZ91D镁合金表面转化膜腐蚀及防护涂层性能研究

采用高锰酸盐、钼酸盐、锡酸盐转化液分别对AZ91D镁合金进行表面化学转化,得到三种不同的化学转化膜。分别通过SEM、EDS和全浸试验研究不同转化膜的表面微观形貌、成分和腐蚀率,通过划格法和中性盐雾试验法研究转化膜外部有机涂层的附着性能和耐蚀性能。结果表明,高锰酸盐和钼酸盐转化膜表面具有大量微细裂纹,锡酸盐转化膜表面呈鱼鳞状,均为后续涂装提供了具有一定粗糙度的表面。锡酸盐转化膜的耐蚀性最好,高锰酸盐转化后并涂层的附着力和耐蚀性能最好。     

AZ91镁合金表面电化学沉积羟基磷灰石涂层的制备及其耐蚀性

采用电化学沉积方法在AZ91镁合金表面制备了羟基磷灰石(HA)涂层,研究了电沉积工艺参数对羟基磷灰石涂层形貌和相组成的影响,并通过腐蚀浸泡试验、极化曲线测试等方法对该涂层的耐蚀性进行了研究。结果表明:当溶液pH为4.5,温度为60℃时,涂层的致密性最好,呈放射状的结构,主要成分为HA相,涂层的厚度约为60~70μm,与基体结合较好;HA涂层对镁合金基体具有较好的保护作用,显著提高了基体合金在生理溶液中的耐蚀性。     

Corrosion of AZ91D magnesium alloy with a chemical conversion coating and electroless nickel layer

A chemical conversion treatment and an electroless nickel plating were applied to AZ91D alloy to improve its corrosion resistance. By conversion treatment in alkaline stannate solution, the corrosion resistance of the alloy was improved to some extent as verified by immersion test and potentiodynamic polarization test in 3.5 wt.% NaCl solution at pH 7.0. X-ray diffraction patterns of the stannate treated AZ91D alloy showed the presence of MgSnO₃ · H₂O, and SEM images indicated a porous structure, which provided advantage for the adsorption during sensitisation treatment prior to electroless nickel plating. A nickel coating with high phosphorus content was successfully deposited on the chemical conversion coating pre-applied to AZ91D alloy. The presence of the conversion coating between the nickel coating and the substrate reduced the potential difference between them and enhanced the corrosion resistance of the alloy. An obvious passivation occurred for the nickel coating during anodic polarization in 3.5 wt.% NaCl solution.     

Wear and corrosion properties of laser cladded Cu47Ti34Zr11Ni8/SiC amorphous composite coatings on AZ91D magnesium alloy

To improve the wear and corrosion properties of AZ91D magnesium alloys, Cu-based amorphous composite coatings were fabricated on AZ91D magnesium alloy by laser cladding using mixed powders of Cu47Ti34Zr11Ni8 and SiC. The wear and corrosion behaviours of the coatings were investigated. The wear resistance of the coatings was evaluated under dry sliding wear condition at room temperature. The corrosion resistance of the coatings was tested in 3.5% （mass fraction） NaCl solution. The coatings exhibit excellent wear resistance due to the recombined action of amorphous phase and different intermetallic compounds. The main wear mechanisms of the coatings and the AZ91D sample are different. The former is abrasive wear and the latter is adhesive wear. The coatings compared with AZ91D magnesium alloy also exhibit good corrosion resistance because of the presence of the amorphous phase in the coatings.     

Cerium conversion coatings for AZ91D magnesium alloy in ethanol solution and its corrosion resistance

Golden-yellow-colored cerium conversion coatings on AZ91D magnesium alloy were obtained by immersion in ethanol solution and post-treated in 3.0 wt.% Na₃PO₄ aqueous solution. SEM revealed that the coatings deposited more heavily on α phase than on β phase. XPS results showed that the coatings consist of CeO₂, Ce₂O₃, CePO₄, Al₂O₃, Mg₃(PO₄)₂ and MgO. Corrosion tests indicated that the coatings with post-treatment significantly reduced the corrosion rate of AZ91D alloy in NaCl solution. The post-treatment is necessary for better corrosion resistance. The corrosion resistance of the coatings with post-treatment is superior to that of DOW No.1 coating.     

The effect of substrate composition on the electrochemical and mechanical properties of PEO coatings on Mg alloys

Plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) is a unique surface treatment technology which is based on anodic oxidation forming ceramic oxide coatings on the surface of light alloys such as Mg, Al and Ti. In the present study, PEO coatings prepared on AZ91D, AZ31B, AM60B and AM50B Mg alloys have been investigated. Surface morphology and elemental composition of coatings were determined using scanning electron microscope (SEM) equipped with energy dispersive spectrometer (EDS). SEM results showed that the coating exhibited a porous top surface layer and a subsequent dense layer with micro-pores and shrinkage cracks. Phase analysis of coatings was carried out by X-ray diffraction (XRD). XRD analyses indicated that PEO coatings on AZ alloys had higher amount of Periclase (MgO) followed by the presence of Spinel (MgAl₂O₄) e.g. on the AZ91D alloy compared to that on AM series alloys. In order to examine the effect of substrate composition on adhesion strength of PEO coating scratch tests were carried out. Electrochemical corrosion tests were undertaken by means of potentiodynamic polarization technique in 3.5% NaCl solution at room temperature (20 ± 2 °C). Corrosion test results indicated that the corrosion rates of coated Mg alloys decreased by nearly two orders of magnitude as compared to bare Mg alloys. PEO coatings on AZ series alloys showed better corrosion resistance and higher adhesion properties than AM series alloys. In addition to the PEO processing parameters, such are mainly attributes of the compositional variations of the substrate alloys which are responsible for the formation, phase contents and structural properties of the PEO coatings.     

Corrosion resistance of WE43 and AZ91D magnesium alloys with phosphate PEO coatings

The corrosion performance of WE43-T6 and AZ91D magnesium alloys with and without treatment by plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) was investigated by electrochemical measurements in 3.5 wt.% NaCl solution. For untreated WE43-T6 alloy, formation of a uniform corrosion layer (Mg(OH)₂) was accompanied by initial pits around magnesium-rare earth intermetallic compounds. The AZ91D alloy disclosed increased corrosion susceptibility, with localized corrosion around the β-phase, though the β-phase network phase acted as a barrier for corrosion progression. PEO treatment in alkaline phosphate electrolyte improved the corrosion resistance of WE43-T6 alloy only at the initial stages of immersion in the test solution. However, PEO-treated AZ91D alloy revealed a relatively high corrosion resistance for much increased immersion times, contrary to the relative corrosion resistances of the untreated alloys. The improved performance of the PEO-treated AZ91D alloy appears to be related to the formation of a more compact coating.     

稀土盐浸泡镁合金微弧氧化膜层的制备及性能(英文)

在 K2ZrF6-Na2SiO3电解液中对 Y(NO3)3浸泡预处理的 AZ91D 镁合金进行微弧氧化处理,在镁合金表面制备 Y2O3-ZrO2-MgO 复合膜层(YSZ-MgO 膜)。运用电子显微镜(SEM)、能谱分析(EDX)、X 射线衍射(XRD)和电化学分析与高温氧化等方法研究 YSZ-MgO 膜的组成与结构、耐腐蚀性及热稳定性。结果表明,YSZ-MgO 膜主要由 Y2O3、ZrO2、MgO 和 Mg2SiO4等物相组成,和未经 Y(NO3)3浸泡的膜层(ZrO2-MgO 膜)相比,YSZ-MgO膜的厚度较小,但膜层的致密性较好,表面粗糙度较小;且腐蚀电流密度较小、开路电位较正、极化阻抗较高;在 5%NaCl 溶液中的腐蚀速率低于 ZrO2-MgO 膜的,约为 AZ91D 镁合金的 8%。YSZ-MgO 膜层比普通 ZrO2-MgO膜层具有更强的抗高温氧化性能和耐热冲击性能。     

Electrodeposition and corrosion resistance of Ni–P–TiN composite coating on AZ91D magnesium alloy

In order to improve the corrosion resistance and microhardness of AZ91D magnesium alloy, TiN nanoparticles were added to fabricate Ni–P–TiN composite coating by electrodeposition. The surface, cross-section morphology and composition were examined using SEM, EDS and XRD, and the corrosion resistance was checked by electrochemical technology. The results indicate that TiN nanoparticles were doped successfully in the Ni–P matrix after a series of complex pretreatments including activation, zinc immersion and pre-electroplating, which enhances the stability of magnesium alloy in electrolyte and the adhesion between magnesium alloy and composite coating. The microhardness of the Ni–P coating increases dramatically by adding TiN nanoparticles and subsequent heat treatment. The corrosion experimental results indicate that the corrosion resistance of Ni–P–TiN composite coating is much higher than that of uncoated AZ91D magnesium alloy and similar with Ni–P coating in short immersion time. However, TiN nanoparticles play a significant role in long-term corrosion resistance of composite coatings.     

Microstructural characteristics and corrosion property of non‐chromate surface treatments on AZ91D magnesium alloy

Chromate conversion coatings can be successfully used for corrosion protection of magnesium alloys. However, the environmental laws have imposed severe restrictions on chromate use in many countries. In this study, a novel protective environmental‐functionally gradient coating was formed on AZ91D magnesium alloy by non‐chromate surface treatments, which consisted of pre‐etching followed by cerium‐based chemical conversion before applying the sol–gel CeO₂ film. It was determined by the analysis of X‐ray diffraction that the gradient coating was mainly composed of CeO₂. The calculation, based on the Scherrer formula, further revealed the formation of nanocrystalline structure in the coating. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) observations showed that the coating was homogeneous and compact, no obvious cracked structure occurred. According to the immersion tests, potentiodynamic polarization curves and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) tests, the corrosion resistance of AZ91D magnesium alloy was found to be greatly improved by means of this novel environmental‐functionally gradient coating.     

铝基非晶纳米晶复合涂层研究

采用自动化高速电弧喷涂系统,用自行研制的粉芯丝材,在AZ91镁合金基体表面上制备出Al-Ni-Y-Co非晶纳米晶复合涂层.采用扫描电子显微镜(SEM)、X射线衍射仪(XRD)、透射电子显微镜(TEM)分析了Al-Ni-Y-Co非晶纳米晶复合涂层的微观形貌和组织结构,结果表明Al-Ni-Y-Co非晶纳米晶复合涂层是由非晶相和纳米晶化相共同组成的,涂层结构致密,孔隙率约为1.8%.Al-Ni-Y-Co非晶纳米晶复合涂层的平均显微Vickers硬度值为311.7 HV0 1,结合强度为26.8 MPa.涂层的抗磨损耐腐蚀性能优于Al涂层和AZ91镁合金基体;其相对耐磨性约为Al涂层的10倍,为AZ91镁合金的6倍;其自腐蚀电位值正于Al涂层及AZ91镁合金,自腐蚀电流密度值约为Al涂层的1/2,AZ91镁合金的1/5;其腐蚀后的表面形貌比Al涂层和AZ91镁合金平整,点蚀较少.Al-Ni-Y-Co非晶纳米晶复合涂层的耐磨防腐综合性能优异.