As a metallurgist, you would like to carry out an X-ray tomography assessment for a foundry
X-ray tomography for foundries
First of all, X-ray tomography is a technique for analysing and checking materials by means of radiation/matter interaction. It is used to construct 3D images of the foundry object analysed by X-ray tomography. Carrying out an X-ray tomography test in the laboratory does not therefore involve destroying the sample used.
X-ray tomography: a high-precision 3D scanner for foundries
X-ray tomography is a non-destructive imaging technique that allows you to view the inside of a casting in 3 dimensions with very high resolution. It gives you a complete map of your parts, without having to section them.
This analysis technique, applied to Metallurgy and Foundry, enables you to :
Accurately detect and locate internal defects (porosities, cracks, inclusions, etc.)
Checking material homogeneity
Measure volumes of defects or areas of interest (porosity volume, fill rate, etc.)
Compare a real part with its theoretical model
X-ray tomography: your challenges as a foundry
Internal defects, porosity, non-metallic inclusions, deformation, filling problems, etc. Castings must meet strict quality requirements, particularly in critical sectors such as aerospace, automobile, energy and defence.
These defects are often invisible to the naked eye and inaccessible to conventional analysis techniques. X-ray tomography provides a solution to this problem.
Common applications of X-ray tomography in foundries :
X-ray tomography
Qualification of batches or new suppliers
Non-conformity analysis (customer feedback, complaints)
Appraisal following a breakage or performance defect
R&D or process optimisation
The FILAB laboratory can help you with X-ray tomography expertise for foundries
Why choose FILAB for X-ray tomography expertise for foundries?
The FILAB laboratory is equipped with high-resolution X-ray tomography systems, able to analyse metal or composite parts of various sizes with great precision.
Our materials engineers are experts in metallurgy and foundry processes, and are able to communicate effectively with your teams.
As well as simply acquiring images, we provide a tailor-made interpretation of the results: a clear, usable report that is contextualised to your industrial challenges.
Finally, we are highly responsive. Aware that your needs can be critical, we adapt our deadlines to your production or qualification constraints.
Our other surface analysis methods
Characterization of materials: metals, polymers, ceramics, glass, composites, etc.
Surface analysis and coating characterization
Surface analysis by X-ray microtomography
Failure analysis: crack, rupture, corrosion, weld quality studies, etc.
