Analysis and Expertise of Lead in laboratory - Metallurgical expertise
Our laboratory is an expert in metallurgy, especially in lead analysis, and offers its expertise to analyze the chemical composition and control of metals and metal alloy grades.
Your needs: to carry out an analysis of lead and its lead-based alloys
Laboratory lead analysis
Using advanced analytical techniques, our laboratory delivers accurate and reliable results for every copper analysis.
Our teams implement a fast and compliant service, allowing to ensure the quality and safety of their copper-based products.
Lead is a chemical element with the symbol Pb (from Latin plumbum) and atomic number 82. It is a heavy, bluish-grey, soft, malleable and toxic metal, widely used historically in the industry.
Analysis of lead alloys
Lead alloys, such as brass and bronze, have a variety of properties and are used in many industrial sectors.
The FILAB laboratory performs comprehensive analysis of the composition of lead alloys to help optimize production and recycling processes or any other needs you may have as an industrialist.
We identify alloy elements and measure concentrations to meet the technical specifications of each project.
Analysis of lead composition
Analysis of lead composition ensures that materials meet the required quality standards.
Our laboratory offers a service dedicated to the verification of the chemical composition of lead and its alloys, measuring the proportions of chemical elements such as zinc, copper and tin.
These analysis enable the validation of material compliance for applications demanding in terms of durability and resistance.
Analysis of lead bronze alloy composition
Lead bronze is an alloy of copper, tin and lead often used by the automotive industry, railway, energy for their anti-friction properties in bushings, bearings or moving mechanical components.
The proportion of lead in the alloy directly influences the hardness and malleability of lead bronze.
The analysis of the composition of lead bronze makes it possible to control the quality of the material and ensure that it meets the specific requirements of each sector in terms of durability, conductivity and resistance to mechanical stress.
Why choose the FILAB laboratory to analyze lead and lead alloys?
Our lead and alloy analysis methods
The FILAB laboratory offers several hundred customers metallurgical analysis services on lead, and for some under COFRAC ISO 17025 accreditation.
We use state-of-the-art analytical methods such as optical emission spectrometry and ICP analysis to provide high precision lead and lead alloy analysis results.
These techniques allow us to detect elements in very low concentrations and provide detailed reports.
To see further: our expertise on lead alloys
In addition to routine metallurgical analysis, the FILAB laboratory brings you its expertise in metallurgical expertises and failure studies on your lead samples:
Metallographic examination of lead
Weld analysis on lead
Study of fracture surfaces on lead
Study of ageing (corrosion, surface alteration, etc.) on lead
Thickness measurement of lead part coatings
Study of corrosion resistance on lead
Analysis and characterization of lead surfaces (roughness, defects, etc.)
Analysis Alloy composition
Study of microstructures on lead material
Analysis of lead alloys according to ISO and NF standards
Our laboratory complies with the reference standards for the analysis of lead alloys, guaranteeing results in accordance with ISO and NF standards.
Applications of lead alloy analysis
Analysis of lead alloys is common for sectors where lead is widely used, such as automotive or energy. Whether to check the corrosion resistance, durability or safety of materials.
Why choose our laboratory for the analysis of lead and its alloys?
Our FILAB laboratory offers services dedicated to the analysis of lead and its alloys, adapted to the specific needs of each industry. Conducting a lead composition analysis addresses several industrial issues:
FAQ
The analysis or determination of lead in your matrices is important for several reasons:
- Public health: Lead is a toxic metal that can have serious effects on human health. Measuring lead in materials is used to detect the presence of lead that is potentially hazardous to health.
- The environment: Lead released into the environment can contaminate soil and cause human health problems.
- Regulatory compliance: Numerous regulations limit the amount of lead permitted in various products and materials. Lead assaying is therefore necessary to ensure compliance with these regulations.
- Product safety: Lead is sometimes used in products such as paints, coatings and construction materials. Measuring lead levels ensures that these products do not present a health risk to users.
- Quality of materials: Lead can affect the quality and properties of materials. Dosing is necessary to ensure that materials meet performance and safety specifications.
As lead is potentially toxic to humans, many industrial sectors may need to carry out a lead analysis or assay.
- First and foremost, the healthcare industry. Medical devices containing lead could be harmful to health.
- The automotive industry, to ensure that automotive components comply with environmental regulations.
- The recycling industry, to ensure that recycled materials do not contain lead.
Lead is a toxic metal that is regulated in many sectors. Its presence can affect compliance with standards (REACH, RoHS) and represent a danger to human health and the environment. Accurate analysis can help prevent these risks.
Lead can be present in metal alloys, paints, plastics, chemicals, coatings and electronic components. Its presence is often residual or intentional in older formulations.
The sectors most affected include :
- Electronics (RoHS).
- Construction (paints, coatings).
- Automotive (alloys, batteries).
- Cosmetics (pigments, dyes).
Lead is present in a number of industrial sectors because of its specific properties.
In electronics, it was used in solder, certain components and finishes to prevent corrosion, although restrictions such as RoHS have reduced its use.
In the construction industry, it is found in old paints (lead white), rustproof coatings and old plumbing installations.
In cars, it is still used in lead-acid batteries and was present in metal alloys and wheel balancing weights.
Finally, in cosmetics, it was found in certain pigments and dyes, although its use is now strictly regulated.
Thresholds vary according to applicable regulations, such as:
- RoHS: 0.1% (1000 ppm) in electrical and electronic equipment.
- REACH: specific restrictions for certain applications.
FILAB can help you identify the standards applicable to your sector.
FILAB supports companies in replacing lead-containing raw materials (selection of materials), optimising industrial processes and implementing controls to limit contamination.
FILAB helps companies to characterise their lead-containing waste in order to comply with the regulations in force for its safe management and disposal.
