Kocaman, EnginGürol, UğurGünen, AliÇam, Gürel2024-12-132024-12-1320252352-492810.1016/j.mtcomm.2024.1111012-s2.0-85210536417https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mtcomm.2024.111101https://hdl.handle.net/11501/1578This study uses the arc-directed energy deposition method to fabricate and heat treatment of a Ni-based Inconel 625 wall structure. Heat treatment involved solution treatment at 980°C with and without aging at 720°C, comparing results to the as-built condition. The effects of these heat treatments were analyzed through microstructural investigations, nanoindentation tests, and high-temperature wear and corrosion tests in 0.5 M NaCl and 0.5 M HCl solutions. In the as-built state, the Inconel 625 alloy exhibited a columnar dendritic structure predominantly composed of a gamma matrix along with Laves phase and MC carbides. Solution treatment dissolved the Nb-rich Laves phases and encouraged the formation of needle-like particles in regions with high Nb segregation, while also reducing voids and minimizing corrosion susceptibility along grain boundaries. This resulted in the formation of a uniform oxide layer on the surface, significantly enhancing wear and corrosion resistance. Both heat-treated samples showed improvements in mechanical ratios such as H/E, H³/E², and H²/2E in the WAAM-produced Inconel 625 alloy, resulting in a 67 % enhancement in wear resistance compared to the as-built sample. Corrosion tests also revealed that solution treated samples showed the highest corrosion resistance, followed by aged treatment and as-built samples, respectively. In conclusion, this study provides a thorough understanding of the substantial impact of heat treatments on the microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion resistance of Inconel 625, offering valuable insights for advancements in the field.eninfo:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccessWAAMInconel 625Heat TreatmentHigh-Temperature WearCorrosionArticleQ242WOS:001370829400001Q2