Rachel Monroe leads the quality assurance team at Stanford Advanced Materials. With over 15 years in industrial material inspection and testing, she ensures every batch meets performance, compliance, and safety standards. Her work connects lab testing with customer satisfaction, bridging quality metrics and real-world reliability.
Materials Testing & Quality Assurance
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Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) provides end-to-end testing services across the full product lifecycle—from raw materials to finished components. Our quality framework supports compliance-driven sectors including aerospace, electronics, energy, and medical manufacturing. We emphasize rigorous standards, defined procedures, and documented traceability in every step of the testing process.
Testing Procedures & Applicable Standards
All material testing at SAM follows applicable international standards (e.g., ASTM) and is aligned with the material’s type, form, and end-use requirement. The following represents a typical workflow for metal and alloy materials.
1. Material Identification & Standards Confirmation
Each batch is classified by material type and form (e.g., rod, plate, wire, tube) and matched to the relevant industry standard. Commonly referenced standards include:
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Tantalum and Alloys: ASTM B364, B365, B521, B708
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Titanium and Alloys: ASTM B348, B265, B861, F67, F136
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Niobium, Molybdenum, Tungsten: ASTM B392, B393, B387, B777
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Copper & Beryllium Copper: ASTM B152, B197, B115, B299
2. Chemical Composition Analysis
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Conducted using ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and gas analysis in accordance with ASTM E1447 and E1019
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Covers key alloying elements and critical impurities (O, N, C, H)
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If values approach spec limits, results are flagged for review prior to release
3. Mechanical Properties Testing
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Tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation tested per ASTM E8/E8M
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Hardness verified per Rockwell (ASTM E18) or Vickers (ASTM E92) as appropriate
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Impact toughness (ASTM E23) or fatigue/bending tests are applied based on material form and application
4. Dimensional & Surface Inspection
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Dimensional accuracy confirmed using high-precision optical systems (100X–1000X)
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Surface defects (cracks, pits, discoloration, machining marks) are screened visually and under magnification
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Evaluations reference relevant ASTM tolerances (e.g., B917/B918) and customer specs when applicable
Test Reports & Documentation
- Each batch is accompanied by a test report detailing measured values, methods used, and conformance status.
- A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided by default, summarizing key results; detailed methods are included only if requested or contractually required.
- All data is traceable to internal test records and linked to batch-specific IDs.
Technical Capabilities & Equipment
Our laboratory and QA teams are equipped to execute material verification, failure root cause analysis, and continuous process validation.
Personnel
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Certified quality engineers and materials specialists
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Cross-trained in aerospace, medical, and industrial standards
Equipment
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Optical Microscopes (100X–1000X)
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SEM with elemental mapping
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XRD (phase analysis)
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Tensile and hardness testers
- Tensile and hardness testersICP-OES / ICP-MS for elemental analysis
Additional Testing Services
We offer expanded services based on customer needs, regulatory requirements, or product complexity:
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Non-destructive Testing (NDT): Ultrasonic, eddy current, and radiographic inspection
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Microstructural Evaluation: Grain size, phase distribution, coating integrity
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Environmental & Corrosion Testing: Salt spray, humidity, chemical exposure
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Thermal & Electrical Testing: Conductivity measurements for applicable materials
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Residual Stress & Warpage Evaluation
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Custom protocol implementation upon customer request
Testing Focus by Material Type
We apply tailored testing plans for different material families to ensure product reliability, traceability, and performance consistency.
| Metal & Alloys | Rod, plate, wire, tube | Composition, tensile/hardness, grain size, dimensional checks, surface defects |
| Ceramics | Sintered parts, tubes | Density, porosity, flexural strength, thermal cycling, microstructure |
| Magnetic Materials | Rings, blocks, assemblies | Br/Hc/BHmax, coating quality, rare earth content, corrosion stability |
| Rare Earth Materials | Powder, granules, ingots | ICP-MS/GDMS purity, gas content, morphology, phase uniformity |
| Sputtering Targets | Circular, bonded, planar | Density, purity, bonding integrity, flatness, surface oxidation |
| Hyaluronic Acid (HA) | Powder, gel, solution | Molecular weight (GPC), purity (HPLC), endotoxin level (LAL), viscosity, sterility, clarity |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I request testing based on a custom specification?
A: Yes. We accept customer-defined methods or can adapt from recognized international procedures.
Q: Can third-party testing be arranged?
A: Yes, we work with accredited external laboratories when required for additional verification or documentation support.
Q: Do you support prototype or low-volume testing?
A: Absolutely. We provide services for R&D lots, new process validations, and specialty one-off programs.
Q: Are extended test reports available?
A: We can provide standard CoAs or customized documentation based on customer or regulatory expectations.
Contact Stanford Advanced Materials
23661 Birtcher Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Tel: (949) 407-8904
Fax: (949) 812-6690
Email: sales@SAMaterials.com
Website: www.SAMaterials.com
