A material test certificate (MTC) documents that a batch of material has been tested and meets a stated specification. The content and the level of independence vary between certificate types.
Typical content
- Material designation and specification
- Heat, cast or batch identification
- Chemical composition results
- Mechanical test results where required
- Standard or certificate type referenced (for example EN 10204)
Stating your requirement
Name the certificate type and test scope on the purchase inquiry: for example chemical analysis only, chemical plus mechanical, or third-party witnessed testing. What the company can supply is confirmed per order.
Always check that the certificate refers to the delivered material and that traceability marks on the product match.
General information only. Verify grades, properties and specifications against the current standards and your project requirements before relying on this article.