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# Alloy analysis and substitution laboratory

## FILAB supports you in alloy substitutions

Compliance with international regulatory changes, improvement of the quality of articles, etc. are all challenges that structure your innovation, whether you are a large group or a small business.

To validate a substitution alloy, tests on a supplied sample are necessary before implementing the ultimate step of integration of the new material. With the scientific experience of doctors in chemistry and materials, an approval for the Research Tax Credit (RTC) and unlimited access to international databases such as Sci Finder and Sciencesdirect, FILAB accompanies you and carries out your identification of substitute alloys

For more than 30 years, FILAB has been providing [metallurgical analysis services](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory.md) on alloy samples and alloy substitutions to several hundred customers, some of which are [COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited. ](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en.md)

FILAB laboratory offers you its experience and specific skills to control the quality of your alloys and alloy substitutions.

- [Chemical analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory.md) and[control of alloy grades ](https://filab.fr/en/analysis-of-metallic-alloys-in-the-laboratory.md)
- Chemical analysis of alloys and alloy substitutions
- Analysis according to the regulations in force 

## Our analytical park dedicated to the analysis of alloys substitutions

[Elemental analysis techniques ICP-AES and ICP-MS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-icp-icp-ms-icp-aes.md)

[Elemental analysis C, H, O, N, S](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-elemental-analysis.md)

Spark Spectrometry SEO

Scanning Electron Microscopy ([SEM-EDX](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-sem-scanning-electron-microscopy.md))

## To see further: our expertise on alloy substitutions

In addition to routine metallurgical analysis, the FILAB laboratory provides you with expertise in metallurgical analysis and failure studies on your alloy substitutions: 

## our expertise

[Metallographic examination ](https://filab.fr/en/examination-metallographic-section-laboratory/)

Analysis of welds on alloy substitutions

[Study of rupture facies ](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-sem-scanning-electron-microscopy/fracture-facies-analysis-laboratory/)

[Study of aging](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-medical-devices/laboratory-analysis-astm-f1980.md) (corrosion phenomenon, surface alteration, ...) 

[Thickness measurement of metal part coatings](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-surface-characterization/surface-coating-thickness-measurement.md)

[Study of corrosion resistance ](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination/laboratory-expertise-and-analysis-of-corrosion.md)

[Analysis and characterization of surfaces](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-surface-characterization.md)

## FAQ

 What is alloy testing and why is it important?
Alloy testing is the process of analyzing the chemical composition and properties of metallic alloys. It ensures that materials comply with international standards, perform reliably in their intended applications, and are free from harmful impurities. Accurate testing is essential for industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, and medical devices.

 What types of alloys can your laboratory analyze?
Our alloy analysis laboratory tests a wide variety of materials, including aluminum, titanium, stainless steels, nickel and copper alloys, tin, and high-performance superalloys. We also provide substitution studies to compare and qualify alternative alloys.

 Which techniques are used for alloy analysis?
FILAB uses advanced analytical methods such as Optical Emission Spectrometry (OES), ICP-AES / ICP-MS, SEM-EDX, XRF, CHONS analyzers, and XRD. These allow us to deliver precise results, even at trace levels, for a complete understanding of your alloy’s composition and structure.

 Can you help with alloy substitution?
Yes. Our laboratory provides alloy substitution studies to identify alternative materials when certain alloys are unavailable, too costly, or need to be replaced for performance reasons. We compare the composition and performance of different alloys to recommend the most suitable option.