Powder Characterization

Chemical Composition Testing

NSL tests materials and products for chemical composition, components and impurities. We can analyze a wide range of products and samples, with detection down to trace levels.

Available Tests

The chemical composition tests we offer include:

Particle Size Distribution

Laser Diffraction for Particle Size Analysis

Laser diffraction is the most widely used technique for particle size analysis. The methods have developed considerably over the years as had the capability to analyze over broad size range in a variety of dispersion media. Manufacturers and end users of powdered materials depend upon these accurate, reproducible, high resolution light scattering measurements to ensure full characterization of the particle size distribution of their sample.

NSL offers this particle size characterization analysis with the recent launch of our laser diffraction methods using the Malvern Mastersizer 3000. Laser diffraction is a well-established industry standard technique, defined by ISO 13320.

Microstructure (Microscopy Evaluations)

NSL provides metallurgical evaluations, SEM analysis testing services, & microstructure analysis. Contact us to learn more or request a quote.

SEM Analysis (Scanning Electron Microscopy)

NSL Analytical’s state-of-the-art Scanning Electron Microscopy Lab provides high magnification-high resolution imaging of samples at magnifications from 15-50,000X. Our large sample chamber can accommodate samples up to approximately six inches in length by three inches wide.

Remotely access material evaluations in real-time from your computer to watch, assist, or even drive the SEM. With this exciting technology, you can feel like you are in our lab during SEM analysis, from the comfort of your own office.

SEM Testing Lab

An Energy Dispersive Spectrometer (EDS) system attached to the SEM allows NSL Analytical to provide semi-quantitative microanalysis of discrete areas on a sample. Our microscopy capabilities include:

• Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) evaluations at 15-50,000x magnification
• SEM equipped with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) detector capable of semi-quantitative micro-chemical analysis and Rutherford Backscattering capabilities
• Remote SEM evaluations available