Settings The user can define whether to use an 8x or 3x comparison screen. For most situations, an 8x comparison is preferable due to the ability to compare the image with 8 references simultaneously. However, the 3x comparison offers the advantage of a larger display size. In the “Chart Manager” tab, users can select pre-defined reference charts, use their own, or import them from external sources.
Execution The selected charts will be automatically loaded and in the case of the 8x comparison, the first 8 reference images of the chart are loaded on-screen. The matching reference image is then automatically transferred to the navigator table and is subsequently included in the results spreadsheet.
Results The image data from the matching reference images is transferred into a results spreadsheet, along with the results of each image in the series. The data that is transferred is dependent upon the reference sheet that was previously selected.
Charts
Grain size ASTM E112 Reference images of the standard ASTM E112 for micrographic determination of the ferritic or austenitic grain size of steels and ferrous materials.
Grain size DIN 50601 This extension chart provides reference images of the standard DIN 50601 for micrographic determination of the ferritic or austenitic grain size of steels and ferrous materials
Grain size ISO 643 This extension chart provides reference images of the standard ISO 643 (version 2003) for the micrographic determination of the apparent grain size.
Inclusion Rating DIN 50602 This extension chart provides reference images of the standard DIN 50602 for the microscopic examination of special steels using standard diagrams to assess the content of non-metallic inclusions.
Graphite in cast iron DIN EN ISO 945 This extension chart provides reference images of the standard DIN EN ISO 945 for the designation of microstructures within graphite. |