SAE J2527 Water-Cooled Xenon Weathering Test Chamber For Material Aging Simulation testing
SAE J2527 Water-Cooled Xenon Weathering Test Chamber For Material Aging Simulation Testing
Product Overview:
The SN883-X65 Water-Cooled Xenon Weathering Test Chamber is a high-performance accelerated aging system designed to simulate long-term outdoor environmental exposure within a short test period.
Equipped with an imported Q-LAB long-arc water-cooled xenon lamp, the chamber delivers highly stable and reproducible light spectra that closely match natural sunlight, ensuring reliable and internationally comparable test results.
This system fully complies with IEC 62368-1:2018 Clause Y.2 and Annex C, and is widely adopted for durability and weather resistance evaluation of materials exposed to sunlight, humidity, condensation, and optional water spray.
Compared with conventional xenon chambers available on the market, the SN883-X65 offers higher optical accuracy, superior temperature and humidity control, and enhanced operational safety, making it suitable for both laboratory research and industrial quality assurance.
Test Principle:
Material aging is primarily caused by the combined effects of ultraviolet radiation, heat, moisture, and condensation.
The SN883-X65 reproduces these conditions by using:
- A xenon arc lamp to simulate the full solar spectrum
- Controlled humidity and condensation to replicate rain and dew
- Precisely regulated temperature cycles
By alternating light and moisture conditions, the chamber can reproduce months or even years of outdoor exposure within days or weeks, enabling accelerated evaluation of material performance, formulation optimization, and durability comparison.
Typical Applications:
The SN883-X65 is suitable for accelerated weathering tests of:
- Automotive interior and exterior materials
- Plastics and polymer compounds
- Coatings, paints, inks, and dyes
- Packaging materials
- Textiles and synthetic fibers
- Electronics and electrical product housings
- Aluminum-plastic panels and safety glass
Key Features:
Imported Q-LAB 6.5 kW water-cooled xenon arc lamp for excellent spectral stability
Wide irradiance control range to meet multiple international standards
Rotating drum sample holder for uniform light exposure and temperature distribution
PLC-based control system with intuitive touch-screen HMI
Real-time monitoring of irradiance, temperature, humidity, and test duration
Multiple programmable test modes with user-defined parameter combinations
Comprehensive safety protection and alarm system
Technical Specifications:
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SN883-X65 |
| Chamber Dimensions (W×D×H) | 124 × 114 × 202 cm |
| Exposure Area | 6500 cm² (approx. 65 standard samples, 140 × 70 mm) |
| Light Source | 6.5 kW long-arc water-cooled xenon lamp (Q-LAB, USA) |
| Lamp Service Life | Approx. 2000 h (at 0.51 W/m² @ 340 nm) |
| Irradiance Display Bands | 340 nm / 420 nm / 300–400 nm (optional) |
| Irradiance Range | 0.3–1.1 W/m² @ 340 nm40–120 W/m² @ 300–400 nm |
| Sample Temperature | BST: 40–110 °CBPT: 40–120 °C |
| Chamber Temperature | 38–80 °C |
| Chamber Humidity | Light phase: 30–75 %RHDark phase: up to 100 %RH |
| Test Modes | Light, dark, water spray (freely combinable) |
| Controller | GE PLC (USA) |
| User Interface | Touch-screen HMI (English) |
Supported Standards:
IEC 62368-1 (Annex C)
SAE J2412 / SAE J2527
ASTM G155
ISO 105-B02 / B04 / B06
ISO 4892-2-A
ISO 11341-1
GB/T 16422-2
GB/T 1865
Control & Data Management:
- Real-time display of irradiance, temperature, humidity, BST/BPT, and test time
- Automatic data recording and historical data export
- Equipment status monitoring and fault diagnostics
- Four customizable test programs to meet common standard requirements
Safety Protection:
- Over-current protection
- High / low irradiance alarm
- Over-temperature protection
- Cooling water high-temperature protection
- Low water flow and low water level alarms
- Fan failure alarm
- Door open protection
Installation & Utility Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | AC 380 V, 60 Hz, 3-phase 5-wire (with ground) |
| Water Supply | Tap water: 0.14–0.3 MPaSecondary water: 0.08–0.15 MPa |
| Water Consumption | Approx. 150 L/day |
| Drain Height | ≤15 cm from floor |
| Drain Diameter | ≥5 cm |
| Ambient Temperature | 18–28 °C |
| Ambient Humidity | 10–85 %RH |
| Installation Space | ≥280 × 300 × 280 cm (W×D×H) |
| Installation Environment | Indoor, clean, dust-free, non-corrosive |
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