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Development of low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) nickel alloys for potential use as interconnects in SOFC

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OSTI ID:901604
This paper deals with the development of low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) nickel-base superalloys for potential use as interconnects for SOFC. Ni-Mo-Cr alloys were formulated with CTE on the order of 12.5 to 13.5 x10-6/°C. The alloys were vacuum induction melted and reduced to sheet via a combination of hot and cold working. Dilatometry was used to measure CTE of the alloys. Oxidation behavior of the alloys at 800°C in dry and moist air is reported. The results are compared to results for Haynes 230 (a commercial Ni-base superalloy) and for Crofer 22APU (a commercial ferritic stainless steel designed specifically for use as an SOFC interconnect).
Research Organization:
Albany Research Center (ARC), Albany, OR
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE - Office of Fossil Energy (FE)
OSTI ID:
901604
Report Number(s):
DOE/ARC-2005-024
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English