SMS labs offers chemical analysis by spark excitation (Optical Emission Spectroscopy/OES) for determination of elemental composition in metallic samples.
Additional techniques provide resolution of both Carbon/Sulfur by combustion, Oxygen/Nitrogen/Hydrogen by inert gas fusion.
Equipment: Oxford Foundry Master Xpert
Common Uses: Elemental analysis of most metallic alloys
Best Application: Semi-destructive chemistry certification, material validation/over-check.
Equipment: Eltra CS 2000
Detection Range: Carbon & Sulfur
Common Uses: Determination in organic and inorganic specimen.
Best Application: Destructive testing for material validations, certification, or research
Equipment: Eltra ONH 2000
Detection Range: Oxygen, Nitrogen, Hydrogen
Common Uses: Determination of Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Hydrogen in alloys and ceramics.
Best Application: Destructive testing for material validations, certification, or research
