Metallographic Analysis


Investigates the internal structure of metals to assess their quality and defects.

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Metallographic analyses are used in quality control in various sectors and provide detailed information on the microstructure of metals and metal alloys, highlighting any imperfections, heat treatments, and material characteristics. These analyses provide essential information for optimizing production processes and ensuring high performance.

Tests are necessary to fine-tune innovative solutions for products and components across various application sectors.

Application materials

Metals

metal alloys


Application sectors

Automotive

Aerospace

Energy Oil & Gas

Railway

Mechanical

Nautical

Medical

The main metallographic analysis tests

We perform standardised or customised metallographic analysis tests, HR-HB hardness tests, HV microhardness tests and Jominy tests.

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01 Metallographic Optical Microscopy:

This test allows micrographic examinations of metallographic samples to be carried out, analyzing the microstructure of metals to identify defects, heat treatments, and grain composition. Metallographic optical microscopy is essential for quality control and monitoring of production processes.

ASTM E3ASTM E112ISO 6

02 HR-HB hardness tests and HV microhardness tests

These tests are used to determine the resistance to penetration of a material using Rockwell (HR), Brinell (HB), and Vickers (HV) tests, which are essential for verifying the heat treatments and mechanical properties of a material or alloy.

ASTM E10 (HB)ASTM E18 (HR)ASTM E384 (HV)ISO 6506ISO 6507ISO 6508.

03 Jominy test

This test allows the behavior of steel during heat treatment to be examined, verifying in particular the penetration of hardness at depth. The test also provides important information on the suitability of the tested steel for hardening treatment.

ASTM A255ISO 642
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Laboratorio analisi di materiali metallici analisi chimico

Fully customized analysis and testing

All analyses can be structured in a completely customised manner, according to customer requirements. We offer tailor-made tests for materials, conditions of use and required regulations, ensuring reliable and targeted results.

For more information, visit Corrosionpedia

For further insights, articles, and regulations on material corrosion, visit the CORROSIONPEDIA portal (https://www.corrosionpedia.com)

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Areas of application

Metallographic examinations are essential for evaluating the microstructure, mechanical properties and quality of metallic materials, identifying defects, heat treatments and degradation.

Immagine della prova Tests and analyses for the automotive industry

Tests and analyses for the automotive industry

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Immagine della prova Tests and analyses for the Energy Oil & Gas sector

Tests and analyses for the Energy Oil & Gas sector

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Immagine della prova Tests and analyses for the mechanical engineering sector

Tests and analyses for the mechanical engineering sector

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Immagine della prova Tests and analyses for the railway sector

Tests and analyses for the railway sector

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Immagine della prova Aerospace Testing and Analysis

Aerospace Testing and Analysis

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Immagine della prova Tests and analyses for the Nautical sector

Tests and analyses for the Nautical sector

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All tests can be performed in a completely customized manner, adapting to the customer's needs. Pontlab also offers tailored consulting services to define the most suitable tests, ensuring reliable and targeted results.

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In addition to metallographic analyses, Pontlab performs countless other tests, including on different materials such as polymers, fabrics, leather, and paints. Discover the other tests by visiting the dedicated pages.

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Test di invecchiamento UV

UV ageing test

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Microscopia a scansione elettronica SEM

Scanning electron microscopy (SEM)

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Ozone resistance

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 Stress Corrosion Cracking Test

Stress Corrosion Cracking Test

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Scansione Laser 3D

3D laser scanning

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Chemical Imaging

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Xenotest

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Tomografia Industriale Computerizzata

Industrial Tomography

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Immagine della prova Mechanical fracture test

Mechanical fracture test

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Caratterizzazione delle polveri Additive Manufacturing

Powder characterization Additive Manufacturing

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Mixed Flowing Gases (MFG)

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