The effects of plasma nitriding on the microstructure, friction wear, and electrochemical properties of TC6 titanium alloy
摘要
The effects of plasma nitriding (PN) on the tribological and corrosion properties of TC6 titanium alloy were studied using X-ray diffraction, microhardness testing, scanning electron microscopy, a friction wear testing machine, and an electrochemical workstation. The results reveal that following PN treatment, a 5-μm-thick nitrided layer and diffusion layer formed on the surface of the TC6 titanium alloy. The surface hardness of the PN sample reached 1321.1 HV0.5, representing a 2.77-fold increase, while the wear scar volume decreased by approximately 99%, significantly enhancing wear resistance. Additionally, corrosion resistance showed marked improvement.