Metal AM Quality Inspection Guide: Density, Dimensions and Defects

Metal AM Quality Inspection Guide: Density, Dimensions and Defects

Short answer: Metal AM quality is verified by density (CT or Archimedes), dimensional CMM and surface and defect checks, arranged via our Metal 3D Printing Supplier page and the powder basis in our Metal Powder for AM Guide.

At a Glance

Metal AM Quality Inspection Guide: Density, Dimensions and Defects chart
Figure 1 – Metal AM Quality Inspection Guide: Density, Dimensions and Defects overview.

Why AM Needs Inspection

Porosity, residual stress and dimensional shift can hide in builds, so each part or lot is checked, with the general basis in our Quality Inspection Guide.

Density and Defects

CT scans reveal internal voids in critical parts while Archimedes gives lot density, with the process basis in our SLM/DMLS Guide.

Method Checks Use
CT scan Internal voids Critical parts
Archimedes Densidad Every lot
CMM Dimensions Datums

Dimensions and Surface

CMM verifies datums and CMM or profilometer checks surface roughness, with the finishing view in our AM Post-Processing Guide.

Certification

Reports and an EN 10204 MTC document the results, with the document detail in our Mill Test Certificate Guide and third-party checks in our Third-Party Inspection Guide.

Industry Needs

Aerospace and medical buyers need the strictest checks, with the sector views in our Metal for Aerospace Guide and our Metal for Medical Guide.

Buyer Checklist

Define acceptance criteria and reports; plan quantity and timing with our MOQ and Lead Time Guide and price with our Price Quotation Guide.

Get a Quote

Tell HXSCO your requirements and we will respond with a competitive quote and lead time.

Preguntas frecuentes

How is density checked?

CT scan or Archimedes method.

Are dimensions verified?

Yes – CMM on datums.

Which parts need CT?

Critical aerospace and medical.

Is MTC provided?

Yes – EN 10204 MTC.

Can third party inspect?

Yes – independent verification.

Inspect Your AM Parts with HXSCO

HXSCO delivers metal AM parts with density, CMM and defect inspection reports. Send acceptance criteria and volume for a quote.

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