Effect of middle-frequency electromagnetic field on the semi-continuous casting for ZK60 billets

Abstract

The semi-continuous casting of ZK60 magnesium alloy under different middle frequency electromagnetic field conditions was examined. Effects of middle frequency electromagnetic field on microstructure, precipitations and tensile properties are investigated. The results show that the microstructures of ZK60 magnesium alloy are refined and distribution uniformity of precipitations is observed after applying the middle frequency electromagnetic field. And the tensile properties of the billets produced by middle frequency electromagnetic field are increased.

Keywords

middle frequency electromagnetic field / semi-continuous casting / ZK60

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