Effect of α-lath size on the mechanical properties of Ti–6Al–4V using core time hydrogen heat treatment

ABSTRACT When hydrogen is dissolved, brittleness occurs in the material. However, in the case of titanium and titanium alloy, hydrogen can be temporarily dissolved and removed, thereby improving the mechanical properties of titanium and titanium alloy. In this study, Core time Hydrogen Heat treatment (CHH) applies to Ti–6Al–4V alloy to improve mechanical properties. CHH was performed at 800°C and 1000°C for 2 h. Thereafter, dehydrogenation was performed for 2  h at 700°C in vacuum atmosphere to remove residual hydrogen. After the CHH at 800°C, it was found that the α-lath size in the Ti–6Al–4V was narrowed; thereby increasing the Vickers hardness and tensile strength without decreasing in elongation.

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