Synergism of Al and Si occurs on corrosion of Ti3Al1−xSixC2 MAX in the static Pb-Bi eutectic at 550 ºC

Cheng Feng Du, Qingyan Zeng, Yanfei Wang, Hongwei Liang, Chuanchao Wang, Yaqing Xue, Jinjin Wang, Hong Yu, Xian Zong Wang

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Abstract

MAX phase ceramics attract increased attention for lead-cooled fast reactors due to their promising compatibility with lead-bismuth eutectic (LBE). This work systematically investigates the corrosion behaviors of five Ti3Al1−xSixC2 MAXs with Al/Si complex A component in static LBE at 550 ºC up to 3000 h. Based on the lattice structure, mechanical properties, surface morphologies, and elemental composition during corrosion, a synergism of Al and Si during oxidation and diffusion is found, which contributes to a continuous and well-attached Al2O3 layer with improved LBE corrosion resistance. Therefore, the multi-element design will bring a broad space for the applications of MAX ceramics.

Original languageEnglish
Article number112068
JournalCorrosion Science
Volume233
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 2024

Keywords

  • LBE corrosion
  • MAX
  • Oxidation
  • Solid solution

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