A number of companies all over the world send their Replica’s originated from the Metallography Replication (MR) / in-situ metallography activity to the labs of TCR for microstructure analysis. Customers are advised to send the following data for correct interpretation of replica microstructure.:
Purpose of evaluation
Exact location with sketch of equipment
Etchant used
Method of preparation: Manual/Electrolytic
Material of construction
Process parameters like temperature and pressure
Fluid handled
Service life of the component