Ferrite Measurement

Accurate Ferrite Measurement for Stainless Steel Integrity

Ferrite measurement uses magnetic induction to quantify ferrite phase in austenitic (4-8% optimal) and duplex (35-65%) stainless steels for corrosion resistance, crack prevention. Tove Leeds tests welds, castings, forgings in oil & gas, chemical, power, marine via portable meters at 168 Hz against NIST standards.

Probe detects permeability changes from ferrite grains for FN/%Fe readings. Non-destructive, minimal prep, suits curves ≥2mm thick.

ISO 9712-certified techs calibrate standards, multiple sites, correct for roughness/temp. Reports ensure NACE/API compliance, material certification.

Why Choose Tove Leeds?

Austenitic Stainless Steel Testing

We check 4-8% ferrite in austenitic steel welds to avoid cracking. Optimal range ensures integrity, corrosion resistance for chemical, food, pharma gear.

Duplex Steel Verification

We verify 35-65% ferrite in duplex stainless steels, 50% ideal. Balances strength, toughness, corrosion resistance, prevents sigma phase in oil, gas, seawater.

Non-Destructive Field Testing

Portable ferrite meters use magnetic induction probes for on-site FN, % readouts. Non-destructive digital results boost quality checks, production speed.

Standards Compliance

Our procedures use ISO 8249, ASTM E562, AWS D1.6 standards. NIST-traceable calibration, reference blocks ensure accuracy, traceability for compliance.

Precision & Excellence for Every Sector, we serve

Food & Cosmetics

Food safety testing, HACCP certification, quality control and more

Pharmaceutical

GMP compliance, clean room validation, product testing & certification

Oil & Gas

Equipment calibration, pipeline inspection, safety compliance

Manufacturing

Production equipment calibration, ISO certification support

Construction

Material testing, structural inspection, concrete and steel certification

Chemical Industry

Process equipment testing, environmental compliance

Mineral Processing

Mining equipment calibration, ore quality testing and more

Power Sector

Turbine testing, water quality analysis, electrical calibration