This study compares the Type I hot corrosion resistance (i.e. 900°C/1650°F) of various Ni-, Co-, and Febase
solid-solution strengthened alloys. The hot corrosion conditions were simulated by depositing
alkali sulfate salt on the test samples and then exposing those samples in a laboratory scale furnace rig to
catalyzed air: SOx atmosphere. Sodium sulfate (Na2SO4) salt was used to bring about the hot corrosion.
Alloy performances were compared by assessing the weight-change behavior and performing metal
recession measurements that included metal loss, average internal penetration, and maximum internal
penetration as measured using optical microscopy. SEM/EDS analyses were also performed to
characterize the corrosion products. In general, it was found that the alloys that contained relatively high
amount of Cr (> 25 at.%) exhibited excellent hot corrosion resistance compared to other alloys selected
in the study.
Keywords: Hot corrosion, alkali sulfate salt, solid-solution strengthened alloys