Do you need to perform an analysis of titanium according to ASTM E1409?
Securing Metallic Materials for the Aerospace & Defense Sector with ASTM E1409
In the Aerospace, Space, and Defense (ASD) sectors, material mastery is not an option, it’s a necessity. Even the slightest non-conformity can have major consequences on safety, performance, and regulatory compliance.
ASTM E1409 meets this high standard. It defines a rigorous analytical framework for determining oxygen and nitrogen content in titanium and titanium alloys—elements whose concentration directly impacts microstructure and mechanical properties.
At FILAB, we support manufacturers in the ASD supply chain with the characterization and testing of their materials according to ASTM E1409. Our goal is clear: to ensure the reliability of your technical and industrial decisions.
ASTM E1409: A Key Challenge for Titanium Materials
Titanium Analysis according to ASTM E1409
The ASTM E1409 standard defines a standardized test method for the determination of oxygen and nitrogen in titanium and titanium alloys by inert gas fusion.
It is specifically used to:
Measure oxygen and nitrogen contents with high precision.
Control the purity and metallurgical quality of high-tech titanium alloys.
Verify compliance with regulatory standards and client specifications.
In the Aerospace and Defense industries, these interstitial elements have a direct impact on:
Mechanical properties (strength, ductility).
In-service performance of parts.
ASTM E1409 is therefore essential for material qualification, quality control, supplier validation, or failure analysis following a non-conformity.
FILAB : a Laboratory Tailored to Aerospace & Defense Requirements
An Analytical Park Dedicated to ASTM E1409 Testing
Dedicated Material Expertise Services
At FILAB, ASTM E1409 analysis is part of a comprehensive material characterization approach. We do not just produce results: we help you understand their impact on your materials, your processes, and your in-service performance. Our teams work on:
Metallic alloys
Parts and samples from production, qualification, or field returns
Materials subject to demanding specifications
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
Analysis of Iron, Aluminium, Molybdenum, Copper, Tin, Chromium, Titanium, Lead, Nickel, Zinc
Learn moreOur analytical services based on ISO and ASTM standards for the ASD sector
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FAQ
It primarily applies to Titanium and Titanium alloys. It is the reference standard for validating grades widely used in aerospace, such as Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5) or commercially pure titanium (Grade 2).
This standard provides for the quantitative determination of Oxygen and Nitrogen. These are "interstitial" elements: small atoms that fit between the metal atoms in the crystal lattice.
ASTM E1409 relies on Inert Gas Fusion. The sample is fused in a graphite crucible at high temperature under a flow of inert gas (usually Helium or Argon). Oxygen reacts to form CO (measured by Infrared), and Nitrogen is released as N2 (measured by Thermal Conductivity).
Qualification of raw material batches (ingots, bars, powders).
Quality control following additive manufacturing processes (where powder oxidation is a risk).
Failure analysis on parts exhibiting abnormal brittleness (Alpha Case).
Support for aerospace certification dossiers.
While Carbon (ASTM E1941) is important, Oxygen and Nitrogen are the primary "alpha-stabilizers" in Titanium. Excessive Oxygen dramatically increases strength but severely reduces ductility and fracture toughness, leading to brittle failure. Controlling them is critical for flight safety.
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