For additional powder certification pre-build, data on powder condition post-build or component analysis, we offer world leading powder laboratories. Our highly skilled AM engineers understand the results to interpret what the data means to your AM process.
With our 3D printing industry expertise we also test AM components in validation studies and root cause analysis of failed builds.
Chemical Analysis
- Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Hydrogen Analysis by Inert Gas Fusion
- Elemental Analysis/Contamination Screening (EDX)
- Moisture Analysis by Karl Fischer titration
Full Chemical Analysis is available including residual elements and interstitials using various techniques as appropriate, undertaken by ISO17025/Nadcap Approved Lab
Physical Analysis
A range of physical tests is available including:
- Apparent/Bulk Density (measurement according to ASTM B212)
- Tap Density (ASTM B527)
- Hall Flow (ASTM B213)
- Angle of Repose (LPW standardized internal procedure)
- Sieve Analysis (ASTM B214)
- Particle Size Distribution by Laser Size Diffraction (ASTM B822)
- Powder Imaging (SEM)
- Powder Cross-Section/Porosity Imaging (SEM)
- Metallographic sample preparation & examination (SEM)
- Rheometry and Shear Cell Analysis
- True Density by Helium Gas Pycnometry (ASTM B923)
- Quantitative Shape Analysis (Optical & SEM)
All our testing is undertaken to ASTM as standard with ISO available on request, adding consistency and confidence to your process.
LPW make Additive Manufacturing a reality in critical production environments. We are dedicated to giving you the best possible service with a focus on high quality metal powder products and services, adding consistency and reducing risk.
