Xenon Arc Weathering Test Chamber
This xenon arc weathering test chamber is designed for accelerated weathering and lightfastness test applications where materials need controlled exposure to simulated sunlight, heat, moisture, and spray. The rotating drum-style rack helps distribute irradiation across the specimens, while the supplier-listed configuration includes a 1.8 kW air-cooled xenon lamp, selectable filters, automatic irradiance control, spray capability, and relative-humidity control. The listed capacity is 24 standard samples measuring 150 × 70 mm.
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Xenon Arc Weathering and Lightfastness Testing
Typical Applications
Common enquiry areas include accelerated weathering and lightfastness evaluation of plastics, coatings, painted surfaces, automotive components, packaging materials, electrical and electronic product materials, and other products exposed to sunlight, heat, humidity, or moisture. These are application categories for quotation discussions, not a blanket claim that one chamber configuration is suitable for every material or standard.
The chamber is particularly relevant when a buyer needs to compare colour change, gloss retention, surface appearance, cracking, fading, or other material responses after controlled xenon-arc exposure. The final specimen size, measurement method, exposure cycle, and acceptance criteria should be supplied by the buyer or laboratory responsible for the test plan.
A xenon arc weathering chamber is used to expose test specimens to controlled laboratory light and environmental conditions for accelerated weathering and lightfastness evaluation. This rotating rack design places the specimens around a drum-style rack that automatically rotates during exposure, helping the samples receive more consistent irradiation throughout the test. The supplier describes the unit as using an air-cooled xenon lamp and a full-closed-loop irradiance control system that compensates for changes in irradiance associated with lamp ageing and other factors .
For Malaysia-based manufacturers, laboratories, and R&D teams, the chamber can support development, comparative material evaluation, quality-control investigations, and preparation for customer-specific weathering requirements. The correct test cycle is application-dependent: the selected filter, irradiance band, blackboard temperature, humidity condition, water spray, exposure duration, and specimen arrangement must match the applicable test method or customer specification. TestLabs can review those inputs before recommending a final configuration.
Key Features
Rotating drum-style sample rack. The rack automatically rotates during exposure. This design is intended to help distribute irradiation across the mounted specimens during the test.
Air-cooled xenon light source. A 1.8 kW original imported air-cooled xenon lamp with a normal service life of about 1500 hours. Lamp life is an operating parameter and should be confirmed with the quotation and maintenance plan.
Selectable filters. The listed options are a daylight filter, a window glass filter, or a UV extended filter. The correct filter depends on the exposure condition that the buyer needs to reproduce.
Automatic irradiance control. The supplier describes a full-closed-loop irradiance control system with automatic compensation for irradiance changes associated with lamp ageing and other factors.
Spray and humidity control. The supplier states that the chamber has a spray function and can control relative humidity in the working room. The available humidity range varies by operating condition, as shown in the technical table.
Configuration support in Malaysia and Singapore. TestLabs supplies laboratory testing equipment and supports environmental and reliability testing enquiries in Malaysia and Singapore. Buyers can contact the sales team to review specimen dimensions, test level, applicable standard, power supply, site conditions, and delivery requirements .
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Light source | A 1.8 kW original imported air-cooled xenon lamp; normal service life is about 1500 hours. |
| Filter | Daylight filter; window glass filter or UV extended filter can also be used. |
| Effective exposure area | 2200 cm²; 12 sample racks; 24 samples of 150 × 70 mm can be placed. |
| Irradiance monitoring method | 340 nm or 420 nm or 300 nm–400 nm or 280 nm–800 nm; simultaneous display. |
| Irradiance setting range | 0.3–85 W/m² (@ 340 nm) or 0.5–1.6 W/m² (@ 420 nm) or 30–100 W/m² (300 nm–400 nm) or 280–800 W/m² (280 nm–800 nm). |
| Blackboard temperature setting range | Room temperature–100 °C; the supplier notes that the actual range varies slightly with the external environment and set irradiance. |
| Studio relative humidity control range | 10%–75% when irradiated; 50%–95% when spraying or during the dark cycle. |
| Sample capacity | 24 standard samples, as stated in the supplier application description; the parameter section specifies 24 samples of 150 × 70 mm. |
| Sample rack | Drum-shaped rack that automatically rotates during exposure. |
| Spray and humidity functions | Spray function and working-room relative-humidity control are stated by the supplier. |
Configuration note: These values are reproduced from the supplier listing. Confirm the final filter, irradiance control point, calibration basis, temperature and humidity conditions, spray cycle, specimen format, power supply, and applicable test method before quotation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a xenon arc weathering test chamber?
A xenon arc weathering test chamber exposes specimens to controlled xenon-arc light and environmental conditions for accelerated weathering and lightfastness evaluation. This rotating rack model is supplier-listed with a drum-style rotating sample rack, an air-cooled xenon lamp, selectable filters, automatic irradiance control, spray capability, and working-room relative-humidity control.
How many samples can the chamber hold?
The supplier lists capacity for 24 standard samples. The technical parameters specify 12 sample racks and 24 samples measuring 150 × 70 mm, with an effective exposure area of 2200 cm². Confirm the final fixture and specimen arrangement for your test method before quotation.
Which xenon lamp and filter options are available?
The listed light source is a 1.8 kW original imported air-cooled xenon lamp with a normal service life of about 1500 hours. The listed filter options are a daylight filter, a window glass filter, or a UV extended filter. The correct filter should be selected according to the required exposure condition or customer test method.
What irradiance, temperature, and humidity ranges are listed?
The listed irradiance setting ranges are 0.3–85 W/m² at 340 nm, 0.5–1.6 W/m² at 420 nm, 30–100 W/m² over 300 nm–400 nm, or 280–800 W/m² over 280 nm–800 nm. The blackboard temperature setting range is room temperature–100 °C, depending slightly on the external environment and set irradiance. The studio relative humidity control range is 10%–75% when irradiated and 50%–95% when spraying or during the dark cycle.
Can this chamber be used for ISO 4892-2 or ASTM G155 testing?
The chamber is suitable for xenon-arc weathering and lightfastness test applications, but automatic compliance with ISO 4892-2, ASTM G155, or another named method should not be assumed. The final filter, irradiance control point, temperature, humidity, spray cycle, specimen format, and calibration requirements must be matched to the applicable method. Contact TestLabs for configuration confirmation before purchase.
What information should I provide for a quotation?
Please provide the product or material type, specimen dimensions, approximate specimen weight, required test level, applicable standard or customer method, preferred filter if known, irradiance monitoring band, blackboard or black-standard temperature requirement, humidity and spray requirements, test duration, power supply, installation location, delivery city, and any data-recording or calibration requirements. Email sales@testlabs.my or contact WhatsApp +6018-2030306.
Can TestLabs support equipment supply in Malaysia and Singapore?
TestLabs supplies laboratory testing equipment and supports environmental and reliability testing enquiries in Malaysia and Singapore. The exact quotation scope, installation, training, warranty, calibration, and after-sales terms should be confirmed for the selected chamber configuration. Contact sales@testlabs.my to discuss your requirement.
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.
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