Would you like to analyze your failures using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)?
What is a failure?
To begin with, a failure is a deterioration of the product. It may be linked, among other things, to the manufacturing process, the application environment, or the method of use.
In addition, a failure can affect a number of parameters. Indeed, it impacts the reliability, strength and performance of the product or material. Furthermore, failures are manifested by:
Why analyze a failure by SEM?
First of all, failure analysis requires the implementation of a methodological approach in order to identify the nature and origin of the defect. Then, in a second step, corrective actions must be put in place.
For this purpose, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is a reference technique in failure analysis investigations. It is an electron microscopy technique that makes it possible to determine the surface structure as well as the morphology of a material, and even certain of its chemical properties.
FILAB supports you in failure analysis by SEM
Through our three levels of services: analysis, expertise and R&D support, FILAB assists companies across all sectors with failure analysis by SEM. To do this, FILAB provides its clients with the know-how and experience of its team, as well as a 2,100 m² analytical facility equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.
Moreover, the FILAB laboratory has significant experience in developing specific methods for failure analysis by SEM.
Examples of services
Study of fracture surfaces by SEM
Study of morphological failures (porosity, roughness, ...) by SEM
Study of corrosion phenomena by SEM
Characterization of surface defects: adhesion issues, identification of residual contamination (lubricants, washing residues, ...)
Weld inspection by SEM
