Thin Analysis

Thin Section Analysis

Thin section analysis can be used to augment the standard analysis and gives further information on the sample.  This analysis comprises:

• The Standard Analysis Procedure
• Optical microscopy by thin section analysis with compound microscope (Leica DM2700M).  In transmitted, plane and cross polarised light, to determine: pore structure, porosity, micro-cracking; textural/spatial interrelationships between components; the presence of lime nodules; mineral identification of sand and aggregates. In reflected light, to identify components of hydraulic binder and determine potential mortar layers.