Select language Select language Select language Chemical-physical, morphological, and rheological analysis of metallic and polymeric powders for raw material qualification and 3D printing process control.
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Powder characterization services for additive manufacturing comprehensively evaluate the chemical, physical, and geometric parameters that dictate packing density and the structural quality of the final printed component. Utilizing advanced analytical techniques, we determine particle size distribution, particle sphericity, and flow behavior, ensuring raw material compliance for both virgin and reused powders.
These laboratory investigations are widely applied across high-criticality industries including Aerospace, Biomedical, and Automotive. Monitoring powder integrity, contamination levels, and oxidation rates is a strict mandate to optimize printer process parameters (L-PBF, EBM, DED) and prevent internal defects or component porosity.
Metals
metal alloys
Additive Manufacturing
Pharmaceuticals
Ceramics
Metallurgy
Energy
Cosmetics
Food
Chemicals
Automotive
Aerospace
It performs countless powder characterization tests, both standardized and customized, analyzing their physical and chemical properties.
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This test determines the size distribution of particles using techniques such as laser diffraction and sieving, influencing properties such as reactivity and flow behavior.
This test uses techniques such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM) to characterize the shape and surface structure of particles, which are fundamental to the performance of the material.
This test measures the density of powders to assess their compatibility with molding, sintering, and additive manufacturing processes.
This test verifies the flowability of powders by means of angle of repose, flow velocity, and compressibility tests, which are crucial parameters for dosing and filling in industrial processes.
This test analyzes the ability of powders to absorb moisture and their stability in different environments, ensuring consistent performance over time.
All analyses can be structured in a completely customised manner, based on customer requirements. We offer tailor-made tests for materials, conditions of use and required regulations, ensuring reliable and targeted results.
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Powder characterisation tests are essential for high-tech industries, as they guarantee materials with optimal performance for innovative production processes.
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.
In addition to powder characterization tests, 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.
