Investigations on the microstructure and mechanical properties of multi-pass pulsed current gas tungsten arc weldments of Monel 400 and Hastelloy C276

Highlights: • For the first time study on the dissimilar weldments of Monel 400 and Hastelloy C276. • Pensive structure – property relationships of these weldments. • Improved micro-structural features. • Better ductility of the weldments through bend test results. - Abstract: This research article reported the weldability, microstructure and mechanical properties of the dissimilar combinations of nickel alloys such as Monel 400 and Hastelloy C276. Multi-pass pulsed current gas tungsten arc (PCGTA) welding was employed for joining these dissimilar metals using ERNiCrMo-3 filler. Interface microstructures showed the absence of unmixed zone at the HAZ of both the sides. It was evident from the studies that all the tensile failures occurred at Monel 400 side. The average impact toughness portrayed by these dissimilar weldments was found to be 41 J. Bend test results showed that these dissimilar combinations offer augmented ductility. The outcomes of the study substantiated the use of current pulsing for the successful joints of Monel 400 and Hastelloy C276 by correlating the mechanical and metallurgical properties