Coating Validation – Microstructure Analysis
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Microstructure Analysis
Microstructure of coatings produced by thermal spray coating process depends on a number of factors which include :
- Particle impact conditions
- Powder/Wire materials
- Substrate material and its condition
- Spray parameters
- Process parameters
- Spraying technique
- Spray equipment and its timely maintenance
- Spraying environment etc.
Slightest variation in any of the above parameters will reflect in the coating microstructure and its operational performance. Microstructure analysis serves as a computational tool that can predict the microstructure of thermal spray coatings as a function of these parameters. Microstructure analysis of coatings primarily indicates :
- Coating thickness
- Coating particle distribution and uniformity
- Porosity level
- Oxide content
- Coating interface bonding evaluation
We are determined to provide quality coatings to our customers and have proven this over time through our continual improvement in processes and adoption of new technologies. Taking a step further on this mission, we have now set up an in-house testing facility for microstructure and micro hardness evaluation of thermal spray coatings. The equipment’s used for sample preparation are completely automated and calibrated timely to provide the best results.
We spray test coupons on a regular basis to :
- Qualify our powder/wire, spray equipment and operators
- Coating qualification as per customer specification
- Check coating consistency
- Continual improvement in coating properties
- Development of new coating solutions tailored for specific applications
- Demonstrate our coating quality by spraying samples along with customer component