Covalent Core Lab
World-class characterization & imaging
in the heart of Silicon Valley
Advanced material characterization and analytical testing performed directly in our 30,000 sq ft facility — with 75+ instruments and $25M+ in analytical equipment — by experienced scientists and engineers.
What Sets Us Apart
Quick Turnaround Times
Rapid project initiation and delivery — we prioritize your timeline so you can move fast on decisions that matter.
Flexible, High-Volume Pricing
Scalable pricing structures designed for ongoing programs, high-volume testing needs, and long-term partnerships.
24/7 Operated Lab
Our facility operates around the clock, ensuring continuous access to instrumentation and faster delivery on critical projects.
Problem-Solving Consultants
We don't just run tests — our scientists work alongside your team to understand the challenge and design the right analytical approach.
Why Teams Choose Us
When a question demands more than a standard test — we have the depth, the instruments, and the scientists to answer it.
Solve Complex Materials Problems
Microstructure, surface chemistry, failure mechanisms — our scientists specialize in the difficult challenges others turn away.
Access Advanced Instrumentation
75+ high-performance analytical instruments spanning microscopy, spectroscopy, surface analysis, and mechanical testing.
Work With Real Scientists
A multidisciplinary team of materials scientists, analytical chemists, and microscopy experts collaborates directly with you throughout every project.
Get Results You Can Act On
Every report includes scientific interpretation, not just raw data — designed to support decisions in engineering, quality, and R&D.
Trusted Across Industries
Where Materials Matter Most
Semiconductors & Electronics
Thin film characterization, failure analysis, contamination detection, and process validation.
Energy Storage & Batteries
Electrode characterization, phase analysis, and degradation investigation for next-generation energy materials.
Advanced Materials & Polymers
Composition, structure, and performance analysis for novel materials at any stage of development.
Medical Devices & Life Sciences
Biocompatibility-adjacent characterization, contamination investigation, and regulatory-grade analytical support.
Aerospace & Manufacturing
Structural materials, coatings, and weld analysis for components built to perform under extreme conditions.
Automotive
Failure investigation, materials qualification, and surface analysis for powertrain, body, and EV applications.
How It Works
Tell us what you need to understand
Share your technical challenge, material, and objective. We take it from there.
We scope the right approach
Our scientists select the techniques and experimental design best suited to your question.
Analysis performed in our lab
Experiments are conducted in-house by experienced scientists using our own instruments.
You receive actionable results
A clear, interpreted report — with findings that support real technical and business decisions.
Analytical Capabilities
Built for Depth
Our facility brings together instrumentation and expertise across every major domain of materials characterization.
High-Precision Materials Characterization
XRD, XPS, SIMS, FTIR, Raman, and 70+ additional techniques
Advanced Microscopy & Surface Analysis
SEM, TEM, FIB-SEM, and more at atomic resolution
Failure Analysis & Root-Cause Investigation
Structured approach with full documentation
Materials comparison & validation
Verify compositions, detect impurities, and validate against specifications
Interpretation From Experienced Analysts
Learn what every result means for your material and your application
Bring Expert Materials Analysis Into Your Workflow
Whether you need to investigate a failure, characterize a new material, validate a process, or accelerate product development — the Covalent Core Lab is ready.