Affiliation:
1. Institute of Physics, Czech Academy of Sciences, Na Slovance 1999/2, 182 21 Prague, Czech Republic
2. Department of Metals and Corrosion Engineering, University of Chemistry and Technology, Technicka 5, 166 28 Prague, Czech Republic
Abstract
The 3D printing of Ti-Al6-V4 alloy is subject to much current investigation, with Laser Beam Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-LB/M) being one of the most applied technologies. Ti-Al6-V4 alloy, despite its great material properties, is susceptible to hydrogen penetration and consequent embrittlement. The level of susceptibility to hydrogen penetration depends on the microstructural state of the alloy. In this work, we compare the effect of electrochemical charging by hydrogen on Ti-Al6-V4 alloy prepared by PBF-LB/M, either in the as-built state or annealed, and conventionally prepared alloy. At the same charging conditions, considerably different hydrogen concentrations were achieved, with the as-built 3D-printed material being the most susceptible. The changes in mechanical properties are discussed in relation to changes in microstructure, studied using microscopy, X-ray, and electron diffraction techniques.
Funder
Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports