LECO’s combustion and fusion analyzers determine carbon, sulfur, oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen levels in steel, critical for quality and structural integrity.
Precise measurement of carbon in carburized steel can be challenging due to changing concentrations throughout the hardened case of a sample. Glow discharge spectroscopy (GDS) offers a repeatable ability to measure carbon in a region spatially dis...
Stainless steel properties are directly tied to alloying elements such as chromium and nickel, as well as carbon, manganese, molybdenum, and copper. This application note outlines how the GDS900 glow discharge atomic emission spectroscopy provides...
Chemical composition is essential for accurate steel identification and classification, as mechanical properties alone cannot reliably distinguish alloy types. Using the LECO GDS900, producers can determine iron, carbon, alloying elements such as ...
Carbon and sulfur are critical quality metrics that influence hardness, ductility, weldability, wear resistance, and malleability. The application note outlines sample preparation best practices, references applicable ASTM standards, and explains ...
This application note details accurate hydrogen determination in steel and iron using the LECO H836EN. The impulse furnace and thermal conductivity detection system deliver precise low-level hydrogen analysis to support quality control and prevent...
Accurate control of oxygen and nitrogen levels is critical for managing porosity, inclusions, corrosion resistance, strength, and overall alloy performance. The application note outlines recommended sample preparation, applicable ASTM and ISO meth...