Tensile testing of metals at room temperature by ISO 6892-1

A dilatometer is used to determine the linear thermal expansion of a material as a function of temperature. The temperature range of the measurement is generally between 25 °C and 1,600 °C. There is also an option to perform the test in a cryogenic atmosphere, which ranges from -175 °C to 300 °C. The typical heating rate is 3 °C/min. As a result of the measurement, you will get the coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) and the absolute change in sample length, both as a function of temperature. The testing can be performed in various atmospheres, including air, argon, CO₂, N₂, and O₂. Please contact us to get a quote. The price will depend on the testing conditions, so please specify them as precisely as possible.

Tensile tests according to ASTM E21 and ISO 6892-2 are used to determine the mechanical properties of metals and alloys at elevated temperatures. The tests are performed at temperatures up to 1,000 °C. The results include data on multiple properties, including tensile strength, yield strength, and elastic modulus. Please specify the desired testing temperature, strain rates, and the standard you wish the tests to be performed by when requesting a quote. Standard samples should be a minimum of 75 mm in length and 5 mm in diameter, although smaller samples can be tested upon request. The machining of samples can be included in the analysis project. We also offer tensile tests at room temperature.

Creep testing is used to monitor the amount of deformation under a constant load over a set period. It allows us to determine how much a material will deform under a specific load at a given temperature. Stress rupture testing is used to determine the time required for a fracture to occur under constant stress. It provides information on how long a material will last under specific loads and temperatures. Both of these tests are essential in determining the material's load-carrying capacity. The tests are performed according to ISO 204 or ASTM E139 standards at temperatures up to 1,250 °C. There are several testing options under ISO 204 and ASTM E139: Uninterrupted creep tests, where elongation is monitored continuously, Interrupted creep tests, where elongation is measured periodically, Stress rupture tests, where the time to fracture is measured, Verification tests to confirm that the material withstands a given force for a predetermined time without fracturing. Pricing depends on the temperature, load, and test duration. Please contact our experts for a quote.

The Charpy impact test is a standardized test used to measure the impact toughness of a material during fracture. Testing is performed according to the ISO 148-1 standard and can be conducted at temperatures as low as -193 °C. A V-shaped or U-shaped notch is created in the sample, after which a pendulum is used to break it. The test measures how much energy the material absorbs before fracturing, giving insight into the material's ability to withstand sudden impacts.

Indentation hardness testing measures a material's ability to resist plastic deformation. We offer 3 different types of tests: Brinell hardness testing (ISO 6506-1), Vickers hardness testing (ISO 6507-1), Rockwell hardness testing (ISO 6508-1). These methods work by pressing a standard-sized test head into the sample and measuring either the size of the indentation or the penetration depth of the indentation tip. Each method is suitable for all types of metals and alloys.

X-Ray Reflectometry (XRR) analysis is used to measure the density (g/cm3), thickness (nm), and roughness (nm) of thin films. The method is applicable to the characterization of single- or multilayered thin films, as it provides information on the thickness and density of individual layers of the sample material as well as the roughness of the interphases. Greatest accuracy for XRR thickness measurements is generally achieved for samples containing 1-150 nm thick surface layers with under 5 nm RMS roughness. Thicker films and coatings with rougher surfaces can also be characterized, but the accuracy of thickness determination decreases as the thickness and roughness of the film or film stack increase. >150 mm wafers are typically cut to fit the sample holder. Please let us know if you need testing for larger wafers that cannot be cut into pieces. The available temperature range for XRR measurements is 25-1100 °C, and crystallinity can be studied as a function of temperature. The measurements can be performed under a normal atmosphere, inert gas, or vacuum. Measurements are typically performed using one of the following instruments: Rigaku SmartLab, Panalytical X'Pert Pro MRD, Bruker D8 Discover. Please let us know if you have a preference for a specific instrument.

Spark-OES is a commonly used method to determine the elemental composition of metals and alloys. The method provides a better alternative to other similar analysis techniques (ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRF) due to its speed and low detection limits. All metallic elements and some non-metallic elements, such as C, N, and S, can be detected in the ppm range. The method is suitable for solid metal pieces with a minimum size of 1 x 1 cm. Sample preparation is included in the analysis.

This test is used to determine the folding endurance of paper or board using the Köhler-Molin, Lhomargy, MIT, and Schopper testers. During the test, a narrow strip of paper is folded forwards and backward in a standardized manner, so that it is subjected to longitudinal stress until it breaks.

Test to determine the mechanical and physical properties and safety of cutlery and feeding utensils intended for children from 0 to 48 months of age. The method is based on the EN 14372 standard.

This analysis package is intended to determine whether food packaging and beverage bottles can be considered reusable in the framework of the Single-Use Plastic (SUP) Directive (EU) 2019/904. The following tests are included: Overall migration testing for repeated use with 10% ethanol, 3% acetic acid, and olive oil (simulants A, B, and D2), Dishwasher resistance testing according to EN 12875-1 with 25 wash cycles. The EU Commission’s interpretations of the SUP legislation state that reusability can be evaluated using the test method EN 12875-1 (Mechanical dishwashing resistance of utensils). If plastic articles can be washed 25 times in a dishwasher, they can be considered reusable, as they maintain their usability and properties throughout multiple uses. The test package also includes overall migration testing for repeated use to ensure that the article remains inert when used multiple times. By default, testing is done to establish compliance with all types of foods (i.e., moist and dry, acidic and non-acidic, and fatty foods). Note: The price applies to articles that have already been cleared for food contact as single-use articles. If a full set of tests for compliance according to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 is needed, our experts are happy to provide a quote.