Microstructure and corrosion resistance of CrAlSiN, CrAlSiN+DLC, and CrN coatings

• Autorzy: Lukaszkowicz K. , Kwaśny W. , Szewczenko J
• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Purpose: The main aim of the research was the investigation of microstructure and corrosion resistance of the nanostructured CrAlSiN, CrAlSiN+DLC, CrN coatings deposited by cathodic arc evaporation method onto hot work tool steel substrate. Design/methodology/approach: Observations of surface and microstructure of the deposited coatings were carried out on cross sections in the SUPRA 35 scanning electron microscope. Diffraction and thin film microstructure were tested with the use of the JEOL JEM 3010UHR transmission electron microscope. X-ray study for the analyzed coatings was carried out using X'Pert PRO system. A phase identification of the investigated coatings was carried out in Bragg-Brentano geometry (XRD), and in grazing incidence geometry (GIXRD). Investigation of the electrochemical corrosion behaviour of the samples done in a PGP 201 Potentiostat/Galvanostat, using a conventional three-electrode cell. To simulate the aggressive media, 1-M HCl solution was used under aerated conditions and room temperature. Findings: It was found that the microstructure of the PVD coatings consisted of fine nanocrystallites, of an average size of 8 nm -13 nm, depending on the coating type. The morphology of the coatings fracture is characteristic of a dense microstructure. Basing on the GIXRD pattern of the investigated coatings, only fcc phases was encountered. The tests carried out with the use of a GDOS technique indicate the occurrence of a transition zone between the substrate material and the coating. Deposition of the PVD coatings increases the hardness of the tool steel surface up to 22-40 GPa. The CrN coated sample showed the best corrosion resistance. Practical implications: In order to evaluate with more detail the possibility of applying these nanocomposite coatings for protection of tool steels, further investigations should be undertaken in order to determine the thermal fatigue resistance of the coatings. The very good mechanical properties of the nanocomposite coatings make them potentially suitable for industrial applications. Originality/value: The results of the investigation provide useful information on microstructure and protective properties of the nanocomposite coatings on hot work tool steels.

Słowa kluczowe

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thin-thick coatings; nanostructures coatings; microstructure; corrosion

• Wydawca: International OCSCO World Press
• Czasopismo: Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering
• Rocznik: 2011
• Tom: Vol. 45, nr 1
• Strony: 23--29
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 15, rys., tab.

Twórcy

autor

Lukaszkowicz K.

• Institute of Engineering Materials and Biomaterials, Silesian University of Technology, ul. Konarskiego 18a, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland

autor

Kwaśny W.

• Institute of Engineering Materials and Biomaterials, Silesian University of Technology, ul. Konarskiego 18a, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland

autor

Szewczenko J

• Institute of Engineering Materials and Biomaterials, Silesian University of Technology, ul. Konarskiego 18a, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland

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