Bench-top UV Accelerated Weathering Test Chamber
- Easy to use, built to last
- Use quality UV Lamp from US
- On site support within Malaysia
- 1 year warranty + service or 2 years warranty (optional)
- Ship to your doorstep
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Bench-Top UV Accelerated Weathering Test Chamber Supplier in Malaysia
What is a UV accelerated weathering test chamber?
A UV accelerated weathering test chamber is laboratory equipment used to expose non-metallic materials to controlled ultraviolet light, temperature, and water conditions. The purpose is to accelerate selected weathering effects so a laboratory can compare the relative durability of materials, coatings, formulations, or finished products in a shorter and more controlled test program than natural outdoor exposure alone.
The TestLabs bench-top UV chamber is designed for practical evaluation of changes such as colour fading, gloss reduction, haze, chalking, cracking, blistering, embrittlement, and loss of strength. Results should be interpreted as comparative laboratory information rather than a complete prediction of every outdoor environment. The selected exposure cycle, specimen preparation, controls, evaluation method, and reporting conditions should be matched to the customer’s material and test method.
TestLabs supplies compact UV accelerated weathering test chambers for material screening, comparative durability evaluation, formulation development, and quality control. This bench-top chamber combines fluorescent UV exposure with controlled temperature and water spray to help laboratories assess weathering-related changes in coatings, plastics, rubber, and other non-metallic materials.
Serving customers across Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Johor, and Malaysia, TestLabs provides product guidance, operating training, warranty options, and technical support. Contact us to confirm the chamber configuration, test method, sample requirements, and delivery arrangement for your application.
Why choose this bench-top UV weathering chamber?
This compact UV test chamber is intended for laboratories and production teams that need a dedicated, manageable system for routine material screening and quality-control work. Its bench-top format helps users place the equipment within an existing laboratory workflow, while the touchscreen interface supports straightforward setting and monitoring of test parameters.
The chamber provides three fluorescent UV lamps, a stated 313 nm wavelength, configurable light and spray timing, temperature control, and a stainless-steel sandwich liner designed to resist rust and reduce the risk of water leakage. A water-level switch provides an alarm and stops operation when the water level is low. The unit is supplied with TestLabs support in Malaysia, including operating training and warranty/service options that can be confirmed in the quotation.
Core applications
Coatings and paint films
Use comparative UV exposure to screen coating formulations and evaluate visible or physical changes such as fading, gloss loss, chalking, cracking, blistering, and embrittlement.
Plastics and polymer materials
Assess the relative weathering resistance of plastic components, polymer sheets, moulded parts, and other non-metallic materials during product development and quality control.
Rubber and elastomer products
Support accelerated aging studies for rubber and elastomer materials where UV, heat, and water exposure may contribute to surface or mechanical-property changes.
Material development and quality assurance
Use a controlled chamber for formulation comparisons, incoming-material checks, production consistency reviews, and rapid screening before longer-term outdoor exposure or additional laboratory testing.
Key features and operating controls
| Feature | Type | Practical benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Three 20 W fluorescent UV lamps | Standard | Provides the listed fluorescent-UV light source for accelerated weathering exposure. |
| Stated 313 nm wavelength | Standard | Supports applications requiring the listed UV wavelength; confirm suitability for the selected method. |
| Light, temperature, and spray-time settings | Standard | Helps users define repeatable exposure sequences for screening and comparison. |
| Spray interval setting | Standard | Allows water-exposure timing to be configured as part of the test cycle. |
| Stainless-steel sandwich liner | Standard | Supports corrosion resistance and helps reduce water-leakage risk inside the chamber. |
| Low-water alarm and automatic stop | Standard | Alerts the operator and halts operation when the water level is low. |
| Touchscreen control and status monitoring | Standard | Makes parameter entry and test-status checking more accessible to operators. |
| Extended two-year warranty option | Optional / quotation | Available as an option in addition to the stated one-year warranty and service arrangement; confirm commercial terms. |
Technical specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| UV lamps | 3 lamps |
| Lamp power | 20 W per lamp; three lamps stated |
| Stated wavelength | 313 nm |
| Total instrument power | 1.2 kW |
| Test-time setting range | 1 h–99,999 h |
| Spray-time setting range | 1 min–99,999 min |
| Spray-interval setting range | 1 min–99,999 min |
| Rated lamp life | 1,000 h |
| New-lamp radiation energy | 0.9 W/m² UVA; 0.7 W/m² UVB, as listed by TestLabs |
| Minimum tube-wall-to-sample distance | 50 mm |
| Standard sample size and capacity | 150 mm × 70 mm; 18 standard samples in total |
| External dimensions (L × W × H) | 940 mm × 490 mm × 630 mm |
Frequently asked questions
What is a bench-top UV accelerated aging test chamber used for?
It is used to expose non-metallic materials to controlled UV light, temperature, and water conditions for comparative weathering, accelerated aging, material screening, formulation development, and quality control.
What materials can be tested?
Typical applications include coatings, paint films, plastics, rubber, polymers, and other non-metallic materials. The correct exposure cycle and evaluation method depend on the material and the customer’s test objective.
How many samples can this chamber hold?
The listed configuration accommodates 18 standard samples, with each sample stated as 150 mm × 70 mm. Confirm actual fixture, specimen, and clearance requirements before ordering.
What UV lamps and wavelength are listed?
The product information lists three 20 W fluorescent UV lamps and a 313 nm wavelength. Customers should confirm lamp suitability and required irradiance for their specific test method.
Can the chamber reproduce outdoor weathering exactly?
No. Accelerated laboratory exposure provides controlled comparative information and cannot reproduce every natural-weathering factor or predict outdoor performance in all environments. Test conditions and results must be interpreted for the relevant material and method.
Is the chamber ASTM G154 certified?
The current product information does not establish certification or compliance. ASTM G154 is a practice for operating fluorescent UV lamp apparatus and requires specific operating conditions and reporting. Ask TestLabs to review the intended method and confirm whether the proposed configuration is suitable.
How do I request a quotation?
Email sales@testlabs.my with the material or product to be tested, sample size and quantity, target exposure method, required lamp or wavelength, location, and any delivery or training requirements. You may also call +6018-2030306 for an initial discussion.
Localized Support for Malaysia's Industrial Hubs
TestLabs supports customers who need environmental and laboratory testing equipment in Malaysia. The current product information includes on-site support within Malaysia, operating training for staff, a one-year manufacturer warranty with service, and an optional two-year warranty arrangement. Online and on-site technical support is also stated for Malaysia and Singapore.
Customers in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Johor, and other Malaysian locations can contact TestLabs for application discussion, chamber selection, quotation, and support planning. Confirm delivery, installation, calibration, maintenance, and any site-specific requirements before purchase so the final scope matches the laboratory’s needs.
Request a Quotation
Tell us what material you need to evaluate, the sample dimensions, the intended test method, and where the equipment will be installed. TestLabs can help you determine whether this bench-top UV accelerated weathering test chamber is appropriate and prepare a quotation for Malaysia delivery and support.