Laboratory Instruments
Fluorescent UV Aging Test Chamber
Introduction
The Fluorescent UV Aging Test Chamber is designed to simulate ultraviolet radiation and condensation conditions encountered in outdoor environments. By using high-intensity fluorescent UV lamps, the chamber accelerates the aging process of polymer materials, coatings, and other products, providing an efficient and reliable method for weathering resistance evaluation.
The special chamber structure design enables rapid condensation formation on the sample surface, reproducing moisture-related aging effects and improving accelerated testing efficiency.
Overview
The Fluorescent UV Aging Test Chamber combines UV irradiation, temperature control, condensation, and water spray functions to simulate complex outdoor aging environments.
The system automatically controls UV irradiance and black panel temperature, ensuring stable and repeatable testing conditions. With microcomputer control and LCD display, operators can easily set parameters and monitor test processes.
Available models include:
- UV-40-8
- UV-40-16
- UV-100-II
Different lamp power configurations allow flexible selection according to testing requirements.
Key Features
- Accelerated UV aging evaluation
- Automatic UV irradiance control
- Automatic black panel temperature monitoring
- UV radiation and condensation simulation
- Optional sample temperature calibration device
- 12-hole sample spray system
- Low water level protection
- Over-temperature protection
- Door safety protection
- LCD intelligent control system
Technical Specifications
| Model | UV-40-8 | UV-40-16 | UV-100-II |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fluorescent UV Lamp Power | 40 W | 80 W | 100 W |
| Available UV Lamp | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| UV Irradiance Control | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Automatic Irradiance Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Black Panel Temperature Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Microcomputer Control & LCD Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Safety Switch | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Over-temperature Protection | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Water Level Protection | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 12-hole Sample Spray Device | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Temperature Calibration Device | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Supply Protection | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Key Technologies
- Accelerated UV Weathering Simulation
High-performance fluorescent UV lamps generate controlled ultraviolet radiation to reproduce sunlight-induced aging effects, significantly reducing testing time compared with natural exposure tests. - Automatic Irradiance Control
The system automatically monitors and regulates UV irradiance to maintain stable radiation intensity during long-term testing. - Condensation Aging Simulation
The specially designed chamber structure creates condensation conditions on specimen surfaces, simulating moisture and dew effects during outdoor exposure. - Integrated Temperature Management
Automatic black panel temperature control ensures accurate simulation of outdoor thermal aging conditions. - Intelligent Control System
A microcomputer-based control system with LCD display provides automatic operation, parameter monitoring, and safety protection.
Standards
The Fluorescent UV Aging Test Chamber complies with international weathering test standards, including:
| Standard | Test Method |
|---|---|
| ASTM | G154, G153, D4329, D499, D4587 |
| ISO | 11503, 4892-3 |
| GB | GB/T 16422-3 |
| SAE | J2020 |
| JIS | D0205 |
| BS | 2782 |
| BCCA | T10 |
| PrEN | 1062-4 |
Applications
The Fluorescent UV Aging Test Chamber is widely used for accelerated weathering tests of polymer materials and industrial products.
- Plastics and polymer materials
- Coatings and paints
- Rubber products
- Automotive materials
- Building materials
- Outdoor products
- Packaging materials
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