scholarly journals Improvement of Corrosion Resistance of Hastelloy-N Alloy in LiF-NaF-KF Molten Salt by Laser Cladding Pure Metallic Coatings

Coatings ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 322 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hongmei Zhu ◽  
Baichun Li ◽  
Minghui Chen ◽  
Changjun Qiu ◽  
Zhongfeng Tang
Keyword(s):  
Molten Salt ◽  
Laser Cladding ◽  
Microstructural Characterization ◽  
Selective Dissolution ◽  
Pure Metal ◽  
Coated Specimen ◽  
Corrosion Mechanism ◽  
General Corrosion ◽  
Immersion Experiment ◽  
Molten Fluoride

The corrosion protection of Hastelloy-N alloy in LiF-NaF-KF (commonly referred to as FLiNaK) molten salt has been developed by pure Ni and Co coatings using the laser cladding technique. An immersion experiment with samples was performed in molten FLiNaK salt at 900 °C for 100 h. It was found that the corrosion rates of the pure Ni-coated specimen and the pure Co-coated specimen are 39.9% and 35.7% of that of Hastelloy-N alloy, respectively. A careful microstructural characterization indicates that a selective dissolution of the elemental Cr occurred in the surface of bare Hastelloy-N alloy, showing a severe intergranular corrosion. For pure metal-coated specimens, in contrast, only metal oxide formed during the laser cladding process dissolved into the molten fluoride salt. The dense pure metal (Ni or Co) coatings exhibit a slightly general corrosion and protect the Hastelloy-N substrate effectively. The possible corrosion mechanism for both coated and uncoated Hastelloy-N under the current experimental condition are discussed in this work.

scholarly journals Analysis of Corrosion of Hastelloy-N, Alloy X750, SS316 and SS304 in Molten Salt High-Temperature Environment

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 543
Author(s):  
Ketan Kumar Sandhi ◽  
Jerzy Szpunar
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Stainless Steel ◽  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
Molten Salt ◽  
Corrosion Damage ◽  
Nickel Superalloy ◽  
Triple Junctions ◽  
Salt Corrosion ◽  
Molten Fluoride ◽  
Stainless Steel 316

Nickel superalloy Hastelloy-N, alloy X-750, stainless steel 316 (SS316), and stainless steel 304 (SS304) are among the alloys used in the construction of molten salt reactor (MSR). These alloys were analyzed for their corrosion resistance behavior in molten fluoride salt, a coolant used in MSR reactors with 46.5% LiF+ 11.5% NaF+ 42% KF. The corrosion tests were run at 700 °C for 100 h under the Ar cover gas. After corrosion, significant weight loss was observed in the alloy X750. Weight loss registered in SS316 and SS304 was also high. However, Hastelloy-N gained weight after exposure to molten salt corrosion. This could be attributed to electrochemical plating of corrosion products from other alloys on Hastelloy-N surface. SEM–energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDXS) scans of cross-section of alloys revealed maximum corrosion damage to the depth of 250 µm in X750, in contrast to only 20 µm on Hastelloy-N. XPS wide survey scans revealed the presence of Fe, Cr, and Ni elements on the surface of all corroded alloys. In addition, Cr clusters were formed at the triple junctions of grains, as confirmed by SEM–EBSD (Electron Back Scattered Diffraction) analysis. The order of corrosion resistance in FLiNaK environment was X750 < SS316 < SS304 < Hastelloy-N.

Effects of mass ratios on salt spray corrosion and electrochemical corrosion behaviors of laser cladded Cr–Ni coatings

2019 ◽  
Vol 66 (3) ◽  
pp. 352-359
Author(s):  
Li Jiahong ◽  
Kong Dejun
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
Laser Cladding ◽  
Salt Spray ◽  
Electrochemical Corrosion ◽  
Corrosion Mechanism ◽  
H13 Steel ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Salt Spray Corrosion ◽  
Electrochemical Tests ◽  
Mass Ratios

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to improve the salt spray corrosion and electrochemical corrosion performances of H13 hot work mould steel, Cr–Ni coatings with the different Cr and Ni mass ratios are fabricated using a laser cladding (LC), which provides an experimental basis for the surface modification treatment of H13 steel. Design/methodology/approach Cr–Ni coatings with the different Cr and Ni mass ratios were firstly fabricated on H13 hot work mould steel using a laser cladding (LC). The salt spray corrosion (SSC) and electrochemical corrosion performances of Cr–Ni coatings in 3.5 Wt.% NaCl solution were investigated to analyze the corrosion mechanism, and the effect of mass ratios of Cr and Ni on their corrosion mechanism was discussed. Findings The laser cladded Cr–Ni coatings with the different Cr and Ni mass ratios are composed of Cr–Ni compounds, which are metallurgically combined with the substrate. The SSC resistance of Cr–Ni coating with the Cr and Ni mass ratios of 24:76 is the highest. The electrochemical corrosion resistance of Cr–Ni coating with the Cr and Ni mass ratio of 24:76 is the best among the three kinds of coatings. Originality/value In this study, the corrosion resistance of laser cladded Cr–Ni coatings with the Cr and Ni mass ratios of 17: 83, 20: 80 and 24: 76 was first evaluated using salt spray corrosion (SSC) and electrochemical tests, and the effect of mass ratios of Cr and Ni on their corrosion mechanism was discussed.

Effect of Temperature and H2S Concentration on Corrosion of X52 Pipeline Steel in Acidic Solutions

2013 ◽  
Vol 743-744 ◽  
pp. 589-596 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meng Liu ◽  
Jian Qiu Wang ◽  
Wei Ke
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Pipeline Steel ◽  
Corrosion Products ◽  
Effect Of Temperature ◽  
Corrosion Mechanism ◽  
General Corrosion ◽  
Ferrous Sulfide ◽  
Immersion Corrosion ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Diffraction Patterns

The corrosion behavior of X52 pipeline steel in H2S solutions was investigated through immersion corrosion test which was carried out in a high temperature and high pressure autoclave at different temperatures and H2S concentrations. General corrosion rates were calculated based on the weight loss of samples. The morphology and the chemical composition of the corrosion products were obtained by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS). The crystal structure of corrosion products was analyzed by X-Ray diffraction patterns (XRD). The corrosion products consisted mainly of the sulfide compounds (mackinawite, cubic ferrous sulfide, troilite and pyrrhotite). The corrosion products included two layers: the inner iron-rich layer and the outer sulfur-rich layer. Under H2S concentrations of 27g/L, the corrosion rate increased with the increase of temperature up to 90°C and then decreased at 120°C, finaly increased again. The corrosion rate first increased with H2S concentrations then decreased at 120°C. The structure and stability of the corrosion products due to different corrosion mechanism had a major impact on the corrosion rate. The corrosion resistance of the corrosion products increased as follows: mackinawite < cubic ferrous sulfide < troilite < pyrrhotite.

scholarly journals Alloy Selection and C-276 Code Design Value Extension for Advanced Molten Salt Technology Test Facilities Experimentation

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Weiju Ren ◽  
Kevin Robb
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Molten Salt ◽  
Pressure Vessel ◽  
Rupture Life ◽  
Maximum Temperature ◽  
Code Design ◽  
Allowable Stress ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Design Values ◽  
Molten Fluoride

Abstract Molten halide salts are being considered as working fluids for nuclear and concentrated solar power applications. High temperature molten fluoride and chloride salts are known to preferentially attack and deplete Cr in alloys, which leads to the use of high-Ni low-Cr alloys in test facilities for advanced molten salt technology. Alloy C-276 is a commercially available Ni alloy that has adequate Cr contents and is qualified to the maximum temperature of 677°C (1,251°F) in the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. The alloy has good corrosion resistance to acids, is resistant to stress-corrosion cracking, and has long track records of use in the chemical industry. Therefore, it has been considered as a structural material for test facilities that require operations at 700°C (1,292°F) or greater to develop high-temperature molten salt technology. To meet the requirements, predictions of the Maximum Allowable Stress above the usage temperatures permitted by the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code were developed with experimental data as an extension to the current code design values. Analysis showed that above current Codified maximum temperature, strength of the alloy is mainly controlled by creep rupture life under the average stress, although the Sc creep rate criterion is close to the Favg.Savg rupture criterion. This paper presents the intended test facilities and the design requirements, alloy selection considerations, literature review, data analysis, and proposed allowable stress extension based on some creep test data for C-276 at temperatures greater than 677°C (1,251°F). Further research activities are also briefly mentioned.

scholarly journals Mechanism of Localized Corrosion of Steel Pipe Pile Foundation for Offshore Wind Turbines and Corrosive Action

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 685-694
Author(s):  
Kui Wang ◽  
Zhanqiang Li ◽  
Mingjie Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Wind Turbine ◽  
Ultimate Strength ◽  
Pile Foundation ◽  
Local Corrosion ◽  
Steel Pipe ◽  
Corrosion Mechanism ◽  
General Corrosion ◽  
Splash Zone ◽  
Pipe Pile ◽  
Steel Pipe Pile

The wind turbine foundation serves as a permanent construction in the harsh marine corrosive environment, its anti-corrosion design is essential to the safe use of the wind turbine structure. At present, there is a significant controversy over the local corrosion mechanism (such as pitting corrosion, and crevice corrosion) and its diffusion mechanism in the academic circle. In the paper, the Faraday electrochemistry formula was used to compute the local corrosion degree of the steel pipe pile for the wind turbine and obtain the general corrosion equivalent. The local corrosion effect of the offshore steel pipe pile for the wind turbine was converted into homogeneous corrosion thickness loss of certain length, and then the ultimate strength of the offshore steel pipe pile foundation for the wind turbine was analyzed under the conditions of local corrosion. The result indicates that the maximum ultimate strength reductionof the steel pipe pile for the wind turbine induced by the local corrosion in the splash zone is 80.8% of the non-corrosive ultimate strength. The maximum ultimate strength reduction of the steel pipe pile for the wind turbine induced by the local corrosion in the continuous immersion zone is 63% of the non-corrosive ultimate strength. Once the local corrosion rate in the splash zone exceeds 10%, the ultimate strength of the steel pipe pile for the wind turbine will exhibit a negative exponential decrease. The local corrosion in the continuous immersion zone has a huge effect on its ultimate strength. There are no significant signs of the structural strength loss. The areas prone to local corrosion should be prioritized in anti-corrosion design of the steel pipe pile for the wind turbine.

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