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# ASTM E1019 Testing

## Do you need to perform analysis of steel, iron, nickel, or cobalt according to ASTM E1019?

### Securing metallic materials for the ASD sector with ASTM E1019

In the [Aerospace](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-aeronautics-aerospace.md), [Space](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-aeronautics-aerospace.md), and [Defense](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector.md) (ASD) sectors, mastering interstitial elements is a safety imperative. Even the slightest variation in Carbon, Sulfur, Nitrogen, or Oxygen content can alter mechanical performance and fatigue strength in your essential parts.

[ASTM E1019](https://store.astm.org/e1019-18.html) is the benchmark standard for the determination of Carbon, Sulfur, [Nitrogen, and Oxygen](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/chons-laboratory-analysis/oxygen-and-nitrogen-analysis-laboratory-o-n.md) in [Steel](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-of-analysis-and-expertise-of-steels.md), [Iron](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iron-alloys-analysis-at-filab-laboratory.md), [Nickel](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-nickel-alloys.md), and [Cobalt](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-cobalt-alloys.md) alloys. It defines combustion and inert gas fusion protocols that allow for extreme precision, even at ppm (parts per million) levels.

At **FILAB**, we support manufacturers in the ASD supply chain with the characterization and control of their materials according to ASTM E1019. Our goal is clear: to ensure the reliability of your technical and industrial decisions.

### ASTM E1019: A key challenge for metallic alloy integrity

### Elemental analysis by combustion and fusion according to ASTM E1019

The ASTM E1019 standard defines test methods for the quantitative chemical analysis of gases and light elements in metals. Although present in very small quantities, these elements often dictate the metallurgical behavior of the alloy.

It is specifically used to:

- **Precisely measure** Carbon and Sulfur content by Infrared (IR) Combustion.
- **Determine Nitrogen and Oxygen content** by Inert Gas Fusion.
- **Validate compliance** of raw materials and finished parts after heat treatment or Additive Manufacturing.

In the Aerospace and Defense industries, mastering these elements according to ASTM E1019 has a direct impact on:

- **Ductility and Toughness** of high-strength steels.
- **Weld quality** (absence of porosity or cracking).
- **In-service behavior** of **strategic components** subjected to high thermomechanical stress.

## FILAB, a laboratory tailored to Aerospace & Defense requirements

### An analytical park dedicated to ASTM E1019 testing

Analysis according to ASTM E1019 requires high-performance combustion and fusion equipment. To meet these demands, **FILAB** provides its clients with state-of-the-art technologies :

  [### Spark-OES](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-oes-alloys.md) [### C/S Analyzers

Induction Combustion](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/chons-laboratory-analysis.md) [### O/N Analyzers

Inert Gas Fusion](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/chons-laboratory-analysis.md)
### Dedicated material expertise services

At **FILAB**, ASTM E1019 analysis is part of a comprehensive material characterization approach. We do not just produce results: we help you interpret the influence of these elements on your processes. Our teams work on :

Alloy steels, Stainless steels, and Nickel/Cobalt-based Superalloys

Materials subjected to severe operating environments

[Metal powders](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-analysis-powder-characterization/metallic-powders-characterization-services-at-filab-laboratory.md) for [Additive Manufacturing](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/metallic-powders-characterization-services-at-filab-laboratory/metallurgical-expertise-on-metal-parts-from-additive-manufacturing.md)

### Why Choose FILAB ?

- **45 years** of recognized expertise in analysis and materials science
- **Dual competence:** Chemistry / Materials
- Specializing in **metallic alloys**and **critical applications**
- **Customer qualification**: Safran, Dassault Aviation, and Framatome
- **ISO 17025 Accreditation** regarding metallic alloys

  [Discover our accreditations](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en.md)  Discover our metallurgical expertise
## Analysis of Iron, Aluminium, Molybdenum, Copper, Tin, Chromium, Titanium, Lead, Nickel, Zinc

 [Learn more](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory.md)
### Our analytical services based on ISO and ASTM standards for the ASD sector

[Analysis according to ASTM E3061 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-e3061.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM E1086 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-e1086.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM E1941 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/analysis-astm-e1941.md)

[Analysis according to ISO 8287 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iso-8287-testing.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM B213 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/analysis-astm-b213.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM B964 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-b964.md)

[Analysis according to ISO 12154 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-iso-12154.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM E1868 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-e1868.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM E1409 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-e1409-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM E415 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-e415.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM E1251 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-e1086.md)

[Analysis according to ISO 15350 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iso-15350-testing.md)

[Analysis according to ISO 4935 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iso-4935-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to ISO 4490 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iso-4490-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM B527 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-b527.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM B923 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-b923.md)

[Analysis according to ASTM A269 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/astm-analysis-a269.md)

### Our analytical services in accordance with MIL requirements for the ASD sector

[Analysis according to MIL-T-9047 requirement](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector/mil-t-9047-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to MIL-A-6088 requirement](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector/mil-a-6088-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to MIL-DTL-14067 requirement](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector/mil-dtl-14067-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to MIL-DTL-5002 requirement](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector/mil-dtl-5002-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to MIL-A-22771 requirement](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector/mil-a-22771-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to MIL-S-22499 requirement](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector/mil-s-22499-analysis.md)

[Analysis according to MIL-P-83348 requirement](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector/mil-p-83348-analysis.md)

### Our additional metallographic analysis

[Micrographic analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-micrographic-examination.md)

[Failure analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures.md)

[Chemical composition analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/metallic-alloy-analysis-laboratory.md)

[Metallurgical analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory.md)

[Metallographic analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/examination-metallographic-section-laboratory.md)

[Elemental analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-elemental-analysis.md)

[Analysis of metallic alloys](https://filab.fr/en/analysis-of-metallic-alloys-in-the-laboratory.md)

### Accreditation

This [Nadcap accreditation](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en/materials-testing-nadcap-laboratory.md) notably covers:
✔️ Chemical analysis (ICP-OES) of critical metallic alloys (Al, Fe, Ni, Ti)
✔️ Metallography

An international recognition that confirms our commitment to quality and reliability for the most demanding applications, particularly in the aerospace sector.

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## FAQ

 What materials are covered by ASTM E1019 ?
It covers a wide range of **ferrous alloys** (steels, cast irons) as well as **Nickel alloys** (Inconel, Hastelloy) and **Cobalt alloys**. For reactive metals like Titanium, standards such as ASTM E1409 or E1941 are preferred.

 Why measure Sulfur and Carbon simultaneously ?
The combustion analyzer allows for the extraction of both elements in a single operation. Sulfur is particularly monitored because it can cause **"hot shortness"** (brittleness at high temperatures) if not perfectly controlled.

 How much sample is required ?
Generally, a few grams of material (in the form of **chips** or small solid pieces) are sufficient to perform **replicates** and guarantee the representativeness of the result.

 What is the difference between ASTM E1019 and Spark Analysis (OES) ?
ASTM E1019 is a reference method using **total combustion or fusion** of the sample. It offers significantly higher precision for Carbon, Sulfur, and Oxygen compared to Optical Emission Spectrometry, especially at very low content levels.

 How to get a quote ?
To request a quote, you can contact our team via our **contact form**, by **phone**, or by **email**.

Simply send us your requirements (type of material, desired analysis, applicable standards, turnaround time, number of samples, etc.). We will then send you a personalized technical and commercial proposal within **24 to 48 hours**.