Abstract: Novel multilayer aqueous slurries and coatings for hot corrosion protection of substrates are provided that exhibit improved resistance to type II hot corrosion while also being hexavalent chromium free. The compositions represent a notable departure and performance improvement from conventional coating systems utilized for hot corrosion protection.

Abstract: Hexavalent chromium-free slurry formulations which are suitable in the production of inorganic overlay coating systems are described. The formulations provide superior hot corrosion and high-temperature oxidation protection for superalloy substrates. A basecoat slurry and topcoat slurry are provided. The basecoat slurry includes an aluminum phosphate based aqueous solution having a molar ratio of Al:P higher than about 1:3 with the incorporation of pigments of either metallic particles, or metal oxide particles, or both in combination. The topcoat slurry includes an aluminum phosphate based aqueous solution having a molar ratio of Al:P higher than about 1:3. An inorganic overlay coating formed on substrate made from the slurry formulation of present invention for hot corrosion protection on superalloy substrate against hot corrosion.

Abstract: Hexavalent chromium-free slurry formulations which are suitable in the production of ceramic overlay coating systems are described. The formulations provide superior hot corrosion and heat oxidation protection for superalloy substrates. A basecoat slurry and topcoat slurry are provided. The basecoat slurry includes an aluminum phosphate based aqueous solution having a molar ratio of Al:PO4 higher than about 1:3 with the incorporation of metal oxide particles. The topcoat slurry includes an aluminum phosphate based aqueous solution having a molar ratio of Al:PO4 higher than about 1:3. Both of the basecoat slurry and the topcoat slurry are hexavalent chromium-free.

Abstract: Hexavalent chromium-free slurry formulations which are suitable in the production of ceramic overlay coating systems are described. The formulations provide superior hot corrosion and heat oxidation protection for superalloy substrates. A basecoat slurry and topcoat slurry are provided. The basecoat slurry includes an aluminum phosphate based aqueous solution having a molar ratio of Al:PO4 higher than about 1:3 with the incorporation of metal oxide particles. The topcoat slurry includes an aluminum phosphate based aqueous solution having a molar ratio of Al:PO4 higher than about 1:3. Both of the basecoat slurry and the topcoat slurry are hexavalent chromium-free.

Abstract: A novel chromate-free multi-layer coating system composed of a lithium-doped potassium silicate binder based basecoat composition that is sealed with an aluminum phosphate-based top coat composition is described. The multi-layer coating system exhibits superior corrosion and heat oxidation resistance which can replace traditional chromate-containing coating systems.

Abstract: A composition based on a certain chromium-free silicate-based binder is described. The one-part slurry composition is an aqueous solution of lithium-doped potassium silicate in combination with an aluminum or aluminum alloy powder. The one-part slurry composition produces a corresponding coating exhibiting improved performance at a reduced coating thickness.

Abstract: A composition based on a certain chromium-free silicate-based binder is described. The one-part slurry composition is an aqueous solution of lithium-doped potassium silicate in combination with an aluminum or aluminum alloy powder. The one-part slurry composition produces a corresponding coating exhibiting improved performance at a reduced coating thickness.

Abstract: A novel chromate-free multi-layer coating system composed of a lithium-doped potassium silicate binder based basecoat composition that is sealed with an aluminum phosphate-based top coat composition is described. The multi-layer coating system exhibits superior corrosion and heat oxidation resistance which can replace traditional chromate-containing coating systems.

Abstract: A composition based on a certain chromium-free silicate-based binder is described. The one-part slurry composition is an aqueous solution of lithium-doped potassium silicate in combination with an aluminum or aluminum alloy powder. The one-part slurry composition produces a corresponding coating exhibiting improved performance at a reduced coating thickness.

Abstract: A composition based on a certain chromium-free silicate-based binder is described. The one-part slurry composition is an aqueous solution of lithium-doped potassium silicate in combination with an aluminum or aluminum alloy powder. The one-part slurry composition produces a corresponding coating exhibiting improved performance at a reduced coating thickness.