Our laboratory is expert in metallurgical analysis and the analysis of alloys such as tin, offering advanced expertise in determining chemical composition and physico-chemical properties.
Your need: to perform a tin alloy analysis
Tin is a fairly rare precious metal that exists in the form of ore: cassiterite. This silver gray metal is one of the ingredients of bronze. It resists corrosion by forming a protective layer of oxide. Tin and its alloys are used by the food industry, the electronics industry in goldsmithing or for decorative objects.
The different types of tin and alloys
The following are the main tin-based alloys, widely used in industry for their mechanical properties, corrosion resistance or weldability:
Analysis of tin composition: an essential quality control
Analysis of the chemical composition of tin allows verification of the presence and concentration of essential alloying elements, such as lead, copper or silver, Ensuring material compliance for safety and performance-critical applications.
The FILAB laboratory, a specialist in metallurgical and tin analysis
The FILAB laboratory offers several hundred customers metallurgical analysis services on tin, and for some under COFRAC ISO 17025 accreditation.
The FILAB laboratory provides you with its experience and specific skills to control the quality of your pegs.
Our methods for analyzing tin and alloys
We use cutting-edge analytical methods, such as optical emission spectrometry and ICP analysis, to provide highly accurate cobalt and cobalt alloy analysis results.
These techniques allow us to detect elements at very low concentrations and provide detailed reports.
To see further: our expertise on tin alloys
In addition to routine metallurgical analysis, the FILAB laboratory provides you with its expertise in metallurgical expert analysis and failure studies on your tin-based samples :
Metallographic examination of tin
Weld analysis on tin
Study of fracture surfaces on tin
Study of ageing (corrosion, surface alteration, etc.) on tin
Thickness measurement of tin part coatings
Study of corrosion resistance on tin
Analysis and characterization of tin surfaces (roughness, defects, etc.)
Analysis Alloy composition
Study of microstructures on tin material
FAQ
Tin has a low melting point (232°C), good conductivity, and is poorly reactive chemically making it an excellent component for solder alloys, corrosion-resistant coatings and decorative alloys.
Yes, tin is highly recyclable, especially from electronic waste, used solders, or cans (tinplate).
- ISO 9453: designation of soft solder alloys
- J-STD-006: classification of electronic solders
- RoHS/REACH: Restrictions on the use of lead and other heavy metals
Because it has a low melting point, good wettability, low oxidation, and forms stable alloys with many metals.
Tin-lead solder (SnPb) melts at a lower temperature (183°C) but contains lead (toxic), while SAC solder (tin + silver + copper) is lead-free, slightly more brittle and has been used since RoHS.
