Improved properties of A319 aluminum casting alloy modified with Zr
2006; Elsevier BV; Volume: 60; Issue: 21-22 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1016/j.matlet.2006.01.046
ISSN1873-4979
AutoresR. Mahmudi, Panthea Sepehrband, H.M. Ghasemi,
Tópico(s)Microstructure and mechanical properties
ResumoThe beneficial effects of 0.15 wt.% Zr addition on mechanical properties and wear resistance of A319 aluminum casting alloy were investigated. The cast alloys were given a solutionizing treatment followed by artificial aging in the temperature range 175 to 235 °C for different period of times. Mechanical properties and wear behavior of the Zr-containing material were determined and compared to those of the base A319 alloy in both as-cast and age-hardened conditions. It is shown that minor addition of Zr results in the precipitation of Al3Zr particles in the aluminum matrix. These particles are stable upon heating due to the low solubility of zirconium in aluminum matrix. The main effects of such particles are an increase in hardness, strength, quality index and wear resistance. This is very promising where these aluminum cast alloys are to be used at relatively high temperatures.
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