Analysis

We offer many different types of mineral sample analysis and reporting. Just let us know what you need!

Optical & Petrographic

  • We will execute studies on your thin sections (or first execute thin sections out of your sample)
  • We provide high quality photo-microphotographs
  • The final report includes observations on minerals, textures and micro-textures, as well as rock classification according to IUGS and interpretation of the petrogenetic processed

EDS & FE-EPMA

  • Sample preparation (mounting in resin, grinding and polishing, execution of polished thin sections)
  • EDS analysis, phase identification
  • SE, BSE and CL imaging
  • EPMA quantitative point analysis (calibration, testing, analysis, data reduction)
  • EPMA WDS quantitative element mapping

Raman & XRD

  • Raman - Spectra collection, phase identification, and comparison with spectra from the Rruff database

  • X-Ray Diffraction (available only for mono-mineralic/concentrate samples) - Spectra collection and phase identification

Rockalyze LLC works with a domestic and international network of third party laboratories to ensure the best data quality and timely returns!

Ask for a quotation.

Please include the type of analysis you need from us, along with any additional details you think we should know about your sample. You can be as specific as you want, we love details! We will then get back to your within 2-3 business days with next steps and a quotation.