Solution behavior of Ta in smelted Fe-based alloy

doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2024.06.034

Abstract

Abstract: Solution behavior of tantalum (Ta) in the smelted Fe-based alloy was experimentally studied by means of vacuum induction melting as well as SEM and EPMA observations. The results show that Ta as an alloying element is dissolvable in the Fe-based alloy during melting process. An appropriate amount of Ta can be completely dissolved in Fe-based metals. When smelted Ta-containing Fe-based alloys by vacuum induction, reducing oxygen content and extension of refining time can reduce Ta oxidation damage and promote Ta dissolution in the smelted Fe-based alloy. It is analyzed that oxidation loss of Ta can be reduced by adding C and Cr. However, the solution of Ta cannot be improved when Cr is involved.

Key words: Ta, Fe-based alloy, solution, vacuum induction melting

CLC Number:

TM275

Shi Xianbo, Shang Ningbo, Bai Xuefei, Lu Lun, Yan Wei, Shan Yiyin. Solution behavior of Ta in smelted Fe-based alloy[J]. Heat Treatment of Metals, 2024, 49(6): 211-216.

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