Abstract
In this study, the laser metal deposition (LMD) of the Inconel 625–tungsten carbide (WC) metal matrix composite was investigated. The composite coating was deposited on Inconel 625 substrate by powder method. A powder mixture containing 10 wt% of WC (5 µm) was prepared by wet mixing with dextrin binder. Coating samples obtained by low-power LMD were pore- and crack-free. Ceramic reinforcement was distributed homogenously in the whole volume of the material. Topologically close-packed (TCP) phases were formed at grain boundaries between WC and Inconel 625 matrix as a result of partial dissolution of WC in a nickel-based alloy. Line analysis of the elements revealed very small interference of the coating in the substrate material when compared to conventional coating methods. The average Vickers hardness of the coating was about 25% higher than the hardness of pure Inconel 625 reference samples.
Highlights
A constantly increasing need for improvement in the field of energy harvesting has resulted in much research focused on developing innovation
Widely used metallic materials allow for the production of turbine blades that are able to operate in temperatures in the range of 650–1200 ◦ C
We propose the use of nickel-based metal matrix composites (MMC) protective coatings with ceramic reinforcement with a diameter about 5 μm
Summary
A constantly increasing need for improvement in the field of energy harvesting has resulted in much research focused on developing innovation. Widely used metallic materials allow for the production of turbine blades that are able to operate in temperatures in the range of 650–1200 ◦ C. These parts are constantly exposed to chemical and mechanical factors [4,5]. It can negatively affect corrosion resistance [32,33]. The appearance of TCP phases can further improve wear resistance and hardness, but weaken elastic properties when compared to nano-reinforcement [35,36,37]
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