Dust Core Fe-Si Oxide Coating Corrosion Resistance

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current dust cores used in motors and coil devices face challenges in corrosion resistance, particularly when containing Cr, as it narrows material selection, and existing coatings like phosphate have low toughness or require high-temperature processing that can damage insulation.

Innovation Solution

A dust core comprising a metal magnetic material with 85-99.5 wt% Fe and 0.5-10 wt% Si, an intermediate Fe-Si-O based oxide layer, and a Si-O based oxide insulation film, which enhances corrosion resistance and joint strength between the metal and insulation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If Cr is contained in the metal magnetic material to improve corrosion resistance, then corrosion resistance is improved, but the range of material selection is narrowed

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecorrosion resistanceVSAvoidmaterial selection range
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The invention changes the compositional parameters by specifying Fe content at 85-99.5 wt% and Si content at 0.5-10 wt%, eliminating the need for Cr while maintaining corrosion resistance through optimized Fe-Si alloy composition

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The invention extracts Cr from the metal magnetic material composition, removing the harmful element that narrows material selection while maintaining or improving corrosion resistance through the Fe-Si-O coating system

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

2Reliability

If phosphate coating is applied to improve corrosion resistance, then corrosion resistance is improved, but the coating film may be broken when molding pressure is increased due to low toughness

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecorrosion resistanceVSAvoidcoating film toughness
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The invention uses a composite coating system consisting of an intermediate layer (Fe-Si-O based oxide) and an insulation film (Si-O based oxide), where the intermediate layer provides toughness and adhesion while the insulation film provides corrosion resistance

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

Solution Approach 2:

The intermediate layer acts as a mediator between the metal magnetic material and the insulation film, providing mechanical support and adhesion that prevents coating film breakage under molding pressure

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Reliability

If high temperature heating (800°C or more) is applied to coat magnetic product with ceramics and resin to improve corrosion resistance, then corrosion resistance is improved, but the insulation of insulated copper wire may be broken

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecorrosion resistanceVSAvoidprocessing temperature
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSTemperature

Solution Approach 1:

The invention changes the processing temperature parameter from high temperature (800°C or more) to low temperature (below 800°C), enabling corrosion resistance improvement without damaging wire insulation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

4Reliability

If insulation film is applied directly on metal magnetic material, then insulation is provided, but joint strength between metal and insulation may be insufficient and corrosion resistance may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecorrosion resistanceVSAvoidjoint strength between metal and insulation
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The intermediate layer serves as an intermediary between the metal magnetic material and the insulation film, enhancing adhesion and joint strength while maintaining corrosion resistance

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The dual-layer coating structure (intermediate layer + insulation film) creates a composite material system that combines the adhesion benefits of the intermediate layer with the insulation and corrosion resistance benefits of the outer film

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The solution significantly improves corrosion resistance and maintains high initial permeability, preventing insulation damage during molding and ensuring reliable performance in various environments.

Implementation Method 1

the intermediate layer comprises a Fe—Si—O based oxide

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectOxidation: Oxidation

Implementation Method 2

the insulation film comprises a Si—O based oxide

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectDeposition (physical): Deposition (physical)

Data Source

PatentUS10811176B2Dust core
Publication Date: 2020.10.20 TDK CORP
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AI summary

A dust core includes a metal magnetic material, a resin, an insulation film, and an intermediate layer. The insulation film covers the metal magnetic material. The intermediate layer exists between the insulation film and the metal magnetic material and contacts therebetween. The metal magnetic material includes 85 to 99.5 wt % of Fe, 0.5 to 10 wt % of Si, and 0 to 5 wt % of other elements, with respect to 100 wt % of the entire metal magnetic material. The intermediate layer includes a Fe—Si—O based oxide. The insulation film includes a Si—O based oxide.