Bulk Analysis of Low Alloy, Cr-Mo, Free Machining, and Austenitic High Mn Steels

Chemical composition is essential for accurate steel identification and classification, as mechanical properties alone cannot reliably distinguish alloy types. Using the LECO GDS900, producers can determine iron, carbon, alloying elements such as chromium, nickel, manganese, vanadium, and molybdenum, as well as modifiers like sulfur and lead. The glow discharge source minimizes metallurgical history effects, reduces spectral interferences, and delivers linear analytical response, supporting reliable grade verification and production-quality control across a wide range of steel alloys.