This paper evaluates various methods for adjusting the degree of oxidation in arc-sprayed layers. Oxidation control is primarily achieved through the use of a nonoxidizing gas, such as argon or nitrogen, especially in combination with a fine nozzle. In the case of Ni18Cr6Al2Mn deposits, the measured oxide content varied from 0.85 to 3.41 wt% based on the atomizing gas, nozzle, and stand-off distance used. Paper includes a German-language abstract.

This paper investigates the microstructure and corrosion resistance of Hastelloy C-276 and 316L coatings produced by various thermal spray methods, including arc spraying, flame spraying, HVOF spraying, and a recently developed method called high-velocity combustion wire spraying. The microstructures of the coatings were examined before and after corrosion testing in order to gain information on corrosion mechanisms. Several corrosion tests were performed on each sample and various coating properties were measured including thickness, hardness, oxygen content, porosity, and adhesion strength. Test results for sealed coatings and detached layers are also presented in the paper, giving additional insight into corrosion behavior. Paper includes a German-language abstract.

This paper presents the results of a study on arc-sprayed coatings made from powder-cored wire. The wires used consist of a ferrochromium core with additions of boron, aluminum, and carbon compacted in a steel sheath. The coatings are sprayed using a modified burner operated at 34 V and 140 A with an air jet pressure of 0.6 MPa. During spraying, specimens are rotated at a speed of 60 rpm. XRD analysis is used to examine the initial phase composition of the layers as well as friction-induced changes in the subsurface resulting from block-on-ring wear tests. Cross-sectional examination shows that the coatings have low porosity (∼10%) and small grain size (50 to 150 µm). Based on these findings, it is concluded that the wear resistance of wire arc sprayed coatings is largely determined by powder wire composition, initial coating structure, and the structural stability of the subsurface layer. Paper includes a German-language abstract.