Microstructural Features and Joint Performance of NIMONIC 105 Superalloy Brazed Joints Created Via Different Interlayers
摘要
Interlayer composition is an important variable in brazing that plays a vital role in the microstructural features and performance of brazed joints. The innovative approach of NIMONIC 105 superalloy brazing via interlayers with different compositions, namely BNi-2, BNi-10, and BCo-1, was experimentally investigated. Microstructural characterization revealed that segregation of Si element has occurred in the joint centerline of brazement made via BNi-2 as filler. Utilizing BCo-1 as a filler reduced the diffusion-affected zone (DAZ) thickness from 26 to 10 µm. Additionally, W-rich Co-based filler metal produced a more homogenous interface region from a micro-hardness point of view by controlling the diffusion of melting point depressants. The ductility of the joint is primarily influenced by the extent of boride second-phase formation in the diffusion-affected zone (DAZ) and was ranked as BCo-1 > BNi-10 > BNi-2. From the high-temperature corrosion resistance point of view, the approach of adding Co and W to the filler consistently improved joint performance.