Microstructure and strength of high nitrogen steel joints brazed with Ni-Cr-B-Si filler

Brazing of high nitrogen austenitic stainless steels was carried out by using Ni-Cr-B-Si filler metal. The effects of brazing temperature (1020–1100°C) on the microstructure and shear strength of the joints were investigated. The results show that BN compounds with hexagonal structure are formed at the interface by the reaction of N from substrate and B from filler. The brittle Cr₅B₃ compounds with high microhardness are observed in the centre of brazing seam. The BN content increases and the Cr₅B₃ content decreases with the increase in brazing temperature. However, the content of BN compounds played a determinable role on the joint strength. The optimal shear strength of joints was 176.7?MPa when the joining temperature was 1020°C.