Microstructural and mechanical properties of GH4169 superalloy brazed joints with Co–Ni-Fe–Mn-Cu-Al(-Ti) high entropy alloy as filler metal
摘要
Nickel-based superalloys, represented by GH4169, are extensively used in the aerospace industry due to their excellent high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance. However, the formation of excessive brittle intermetallic compounds during wide gap brazing often compromises joint integrity. In this study, two novel boron-and silicon-free High-entropy alloy fillers, Co20Ni20Fe5Mn30Cu20Al5 and Co20Ni20Fe5Mn30Cu20Al2Ti3, were developed to improve the strength and toughness of brazed GH4169 joints. The interfacial microstructure evolution, brazing mechanisms, and mechanical properties of the joints brazed at 1200 °C with different holding times were systematically investigated. The results revealed that in the athermal solidification zone (ASZ), the Co20Ni20Fe5Mn30Cu20Al5 filler exhibited intergranular segregation, which was accompanied by the formation of Cu-rich phases. In contrast, the addition of Ti in Co20Ni20Fe5Mn30Cu20Al2Ti3 was associated with the formation of Ti–rich segregated phases and in-situ TiC phases. The presence of TiC phases appeared to restrict grain boundary migration, which corresponded to significant grain refinement within the brazed seam. The Co20Ni20Fe5Mn30Cu20Al2Ti3 brazed joint exhibits enhanced high-temperature tensile strength and a refined microstructure. Its average room-temperature tensile strength reaches 765.7 MPa, and its high-temperature tensile strength at 850 °C remains as high as 259.08 MPa.