Ceramic testing and analysis laboratory
As an industrial manufacturer, you want to carry out ceramic characterization
The FILAB laboratory supports you in the analysis and characterization of ceramics (raw, processed, or failed), bringing you its technical expertise and state-of-the-art analytical equipment. Our team of ceramic characterization specialists helps ensure the quality of your materials and solve your technical challenges.
Ceramic characterization: FILAB laboratory expertise
Why choose FILAB for ceramic characterization?
The FILAB laboratory offers ceramic analysis and characterization services tailored to all your needs:
our services
Thermal analysis
Ceramic microstructure analysis
Failure analysis and investigation of ceramic materials
Determination of mesoporosity
Elemental chemical analysis by EDS
Mechanical testing : bending, compression, Young's modulus, toughness determination (SEVNB method), Vickers hardness
Rheology expertise : flow and viscosity measurement
Ceramic analysis according to current standards
We carry out ceramic analysis and characterization in accordance with current standards.
We invite you to contact us to discuss your specific needs.
Particle size analysis - powder flowability: ISO 13320, ISO 24235 and ISO 14629
Mechanical testing: NF-EN 843-1, NF-EN 20504, NF-EN 843-2, ISO 23146
Specific surface area (BET: ISO 15901-2 and ISO 9277 (bulk density)
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Which industrial sectors use ceramics?
FILAB works with stakeholders from these industries to carry out ceramic analyses that meet their specific requirements.
What is ceramic characterization and analysis?
The characterization of a ceramic consists of assessing its material identity: chemical composition, crystal structure, microstructure (grain size, porosity), and the material’s physical and mechanical properties.
This material analysis also includes the study of ceramic thermal properties, such as heat resistance and dimensional stability at high temperatures. It is a key step in understanding the material’s behavior and optimizing its performance in service.
For example, characterizing a technical ceramic makes it possible to ensure that it meets the criteria for its application (thermal resistance, chemical inertness, mechanical hardness, etc.), or to identify the causes of a possible failure.
FAQ
Ceramic is a material made from clay fired at very high temperatures. Ceramic is valued for its heat resistance, hardness, and ability to be easily shaped.
More broadly, many non-metallic and inorganic materials now fall within the scope of technical ceramics. They are used in a wide range of applications such as Medical Devices.
Ceramics are notably used in the design of highly technical parts that must withstand heat, wear, or chemical environments. Their laboratory analysis is essential to ensure the performance of these materials.
Ceramic analysis consists of studying its chemical composition, microstructure, physical properties, or defects.
This analysis makes it possible to verify material compliance, identify the cause of a failure, or validate a manufacturing process. It is essential for the aerospace, medical, electronics, and energy industries.
Ceramic characterization brings together all the methods used to describe the material’s properties: structure, roughness, porosity, crystalline phases…
Analysis, on the other hand, may refer to a more targeted approach: chemical analysis, thermal analysis, or failure analysis. These two approaches are complementary.
Analyzing a ceramic makes it possible to:
- Verify its material compliance (purity, composition, treatment)
- Identify the source of a break or defect
- Inspect coatings or surfaces
- Improve a manufacturing process
- Meet the requirements of a standard
Technical ceramics stand out for:
- Their high hardness
- Their thermal resistance
- Their chemical inertness
These properties make them the material of choice for extreme environments.
The microstructure of a ceramic, including grain size and pore distribution, directly influences its mechanical properties, thermal resistance, and in-service behavior.
Ceramic analysis can detect cracks, inclusions, heterogeneities, or porosity that may weaken the material and limit its service life.
Ceramic analysis can detect cracks, inclusions, heterogeneities, or porosity that may weaken the material and limit its service life.
Ceramic testing brings together mechanical, chemical, and microstructural analysis to assess the quality, reliability, and compliance of a ceramic material.
A ceramic product can be analyzed in a specialized laboratory such as FILAB, equipped to carry out comprehensive testing: composition, microstructure, thermal and mechanical properties.
A ceramic laboratory is an expert center dedicated to ceramic analysis and characterization, using advanced techniques (XRD, SEM, TGA, DSC) to support manufacturers.
The main drawback is brittleness: ceramics do not withstand impact well and fail abruptly in the event of cracking or excessive stress.
