Pricing And Services

Microscopy, Particle Identification & Materials Analysis
ParameterReference MethodPrice 1
Asbestos (Bulk) EPA-600M4-02-020 $20
Particle Count ASTM F-312/SAE ARP 598B $90
Particle Size distribution ASTM F-312 (Modified) $135
Ferrography (Analytical) Non-ASTM $75
Microscopy and particle analysis related to2: ASTM D1245 and others $90/hr
  • Abrasion
  • Adhesion/friction
  • Clean room particle inventory
  • Coating thickness
  • Contamination
  • Dust analysis
  • Failure/wear analysis
  • Fiber identification
  • Lubricants/process fluids
  • Material compatibility
  • Metal/alloy identification
  • Microchemistry
  • Oversaturation/undersaturation
  • Paint identification
  • Paint over-spray
  • Photomicrography
  • Pipe scale
  • Plastics
  • Polymer/polymerization
  • Quantification
  • Refractive index3
  • Soldering
  • Soot
  • Temperature reconstruction
  • Wear
  • Wells/water
  1. Normal 10-day turnaround: 5- day, 24 hour and 2-hour turnarounds are usually available.
  2. Some work may be subcontracted.
  3. Includes liquids.