Macro- and Microscopic Microstructure Examinations
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In-depth analyzes of the materials and their respective process histories
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Identification of problems in the manufacturing process, e.g. with respect to casting and forming parameters, heat treatments or the input of foreign material
Our Services
- Preparation and documentation of sections of metallic materials and composite material samples
- Section analysis according to test standard as well as beyond that so as to be tailored to the respective Task
- Micromechanical analysis (down to individual phases) by means of Vickers microhardness measurement acc. to EN 6507-1
- Quantitative determination of particle and cell sizes acc. to ASTM E112
- Documentation and analysis of samples from forming and heat treatment tests
Technical Data
Test Procedure | Performance Parameters | Application |
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Microstructure characterisation |
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Optimisation of casting parameters Evaluation of element influences of complex material composites, weld seams, etc.. |
Particle size measurement |
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Influence of particle refining or cooling rates
Microstructural homogeneity |
Microhardness measurement |
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Effect of heat treatment parameters Mechanical analysis of individual phases |
Topology measurement | Confocal white light microscopy
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Preparation of surface profiles
3D documentation of surface qualities Abrasion depths, etc. |
Fracture surface analysis | Stereomicroscopy, SE-REM analysis |
Analysis of fracture types structural and chemical analysis of inclusions |