Metallography

Testing

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Group members:Paulose S Jose (C0714423)

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Arun Prasad (C0716419)

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Sajin Jacob K (C0715987)

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 Introduction
• Metallography is the study of the microstructure of all types of

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metallic alloys.

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• Analysis of a materials microstructure helps us determining if the

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material has been processed correctly and is therefore a critical step

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for determining product reliability and for determining why a material

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 Theory
• The scientific discipline of observing and determining the chemical

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and atomic structure and spatial distribution of the constituents,

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inclusions or phases in metallic alloys.

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 Materials Required

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Grinding Cutting Microscope Microtec L20 Microtec P20. Plastic Permanent
Machine Machine Mold. Diamond susp

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 Procedure

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• Cut the specimen with required dimension using the
MC-80 Specimen cutter.

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• Put the metal specimen in a mould.

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• Make the moulding mixture Microtec L20 and Microtec

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P20 with 2:1 ratio.

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• Wait for 8 minutes for solidification.

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Procedure

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• Grind the surface using sandpaper grit 240

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and grit 1200, ensure water cooling.
• Make the surface well polished using velvet

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• Put the specimen under the microscope and
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Observations

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 Advantage & Disadvantages
• Portable

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• Easy monitoring of microstructural changes

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• Applicable to a wide variety of materials.

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• Only a skilled person can differentiate the surface texture

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• Time consuming

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• Proper polishing required

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 Safety precautions
• Always follow the sign boards and safety posters near the machine.

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• Always wear safety googles.

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• Follow the instructions from the instructor.

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