Development of Improved Abradable Compressor Gas Path Seal.
Abstract
A number of fiber metal systems were evaluated by rig testing in comparison with the base line material, FM-521 - a 19% dense, Haynes 188, 8 micron fiber metal - which is the standard production material used for the highest temperature compressor blade tip seals in the P and WA F-100 engine. A range of densities and strengths of alternative materials were evaluated including Haynes 188, FeCrAlY, NiCrAlY, and FeNiCrAlY employing fiber diameters in the range of 8 - 23 microns with fiber aspect ratios in the range of 45 - 80. Rig tests employed were high speed rub testing, cyclic static oxidation, cyclic dynamic oxidation, and hot particulate erosion. These data were supplemented with measurements of mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. The best material tested was a 20.5% dense FeNiCrAlY fiber metal employing 17 micron fibers. This had at least equivalent abradability and improved oxidation and erosion resistance in comparison with the base line material.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA072171
Entities
People
- A. R. Erickson
- W. P. Jarvi
Organizations
- Brunswick Corporation