Xenon Lamp Solar Chamber

Xenon Lamp Solar Chamber is a device used to simulate various climatic conditions and test the aging performance of materials. It uses xenon arc lamp as the light source and can simulate the full spectrum of sunlight, including ultraviolet, visible and infrared, and can reproduce destructive light waves in different environments, providing corresponding simulated environments and accelerated tests for scientific research, product development and quality control.

The full spectrum of natural sunlight is simulated using xenon arc lamps. After the xenon lamp is lit, it can emit light containing ultraviolet, visible and infrared rays, and its spectral energy distribution is very similar to that of the ultraviolet and visible parts of sunlight. By accurately controlling parameters such as light intensity, temperature, humidity and water spray cycle, different climatic environments are created, so that the materials are subject to light, temperature, humidity, rainwater erosion and other effects similar to those exposed to the natural environment for a long time, thereby quickly evaluating the durability, stability and other properties of the materials during outdoor use.

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Automobile

Automotive lighting optical performance test

Simulate the environment in which automotive lamps are exposed to sunlight for a long time in actual use, study the change rules of the optical performance of lamps (such as luminous intensity, light color, beam distribution, etc.) with aging time, and discover potential problems in advance.

When a certain automotive lamp manufacturer was developing a new headlamp, it used a xenon lamp aging test chamber to test the optical performance. After 1000 hours of aging test, it was found that the luminous intensity of the lamp decreased by 15% and the light color shifted slightly. Through the analysis of the test data, the manufacturer adjusted the optical design and materials of the lamp and tested it again. The results showed that the optical performance of the improved lamp after aging was significantly improved.

Architecture

Weather resistance test of waterproof materials

Waterproof materials are exposed to the outdoors for a long time and are affected by sunlight, rain, temperature changes, etc. By simulating these environments with a xenon lamp aging test chamber, the aging resistance of waterproof materials under different climatic conditions, such as light aging resistance, heat aging resistance, moisture aging resistance, etc., can be quickly evaluated to predict their service life in actual use.

After the test, the samples are fully tested for performance, including physical properties such as tensile strength, elongation at break, tear strength, impermeability, low-temperature bending, and chemical properties such as changes in chemical composition.

3C Electronics

Sports earphones appearance stability test

Ensure that the coating, printed patterns, colors, etc. on the surface of the headphones will not fade or fall off after long-term exposure to light, so as to maintain the consistency and beauty of the product appearance.

Rating the aging resistance of the appearance of the headphones according to the color change and surface damage (such as cracks, blistering, peeling, etc.) of the samples, referring to relevant standards or internal regulations of the company.

International standards: ISO 4892-2 “Plastics Laboratory Light Source Exposure Test Method Part 2: Xenon Arc Lamp”, etc.

Cosmetic

Xenon lamp aging test for cosmetics

When cosmetics are exposed to sunlight, high temperature, humidity and other environments for a long time, their ingredients, packaging and functions may become ineffective due to photo-oxidation and thermal degradation. Xenon lamp aging test accelerates the product aging process by simulating natural light (including ultraviolet light, visible light, infrared light) and temperature and humidity environment, helping companies:

Verify ingredient stability: Ensure that active ingredients (such as vitamin C and retinol) do not decompose under light.

Evaluate packaging reliability: Prevent packaging materials from fading, deformation or penetration, and ensure product shelf life.

Compliance requirements: Meet international regulations (such as EU EC 1223/2009) and sunscreen product standards (such as ISO 24444).

Clothing

As protective equipment in extreme environments, outdoor jackets must withstand multiple tests such as ultraviolet radiation, temperature and humidity changes, and mechanical friction. Xenon lamp aging test accelerates the material aging process by simulating natural light (including ultraviolet light, visible light, infrared light) and temperature and humidity environment, helping companies:

Verify functional stability: Ensure that waterproof and breathable membranes (such as GORE-TEX) and sunscreen coatings do not fail under long-term light.

Evaluate appearance durability: Prevent fabric fading, pilling or coating shedding to maintain product beauty.

Meet industry standards: Meet outdoor equipment certifications (such as Bluesign, UIAA) and sun protection standards (UPF 50+).

Packaging

Plastic packaging is exposed to UV radiation, temperature and humidity changes, and chemical corrosion for a long time, which is prone to photo-oxidative degradation, embrittlement, fading and other problems. Xenon lamp aging test accelerates the material aging process by simulating natural light (including UV, visible light, infrared light) and temperature and humidity environment, helping companies:

Verify material durability: Ensure that plastic packaging maintains physical properties (such as strength, toughness) and appearance (such as color, transparency) during the shelf life.

Optimize formula design: Determine the optimal addition ratio of light stabilizers and antioxidants through testing to extend product life.

Meet regulatory requirements: Meet food contact material standards (such as EU EC 1935/2004) and outdoor packaging weather resistance specifications (such as ASTM D1435).

Selection criteria when buying a Xenon Lamp Solar Chamber

Xenon Lamp Solar Chamber performance

performance
Test environment conditions	Ambient temperature: -10~+28℃, relative humidity ≤85%
Test Method	National Standard GB/T16422.2 American Standard AATCC TM16 ASTM C1442
Xenon lamp power			Long arc xenon lamp 2.5KW * ( 1 ) GB/T16422.2
Xenon lamp wavelength	250-800nm, to reproduce the aging mechanism of sunlight to the maximum extent, the tested sample can be set to be exposed to the sunlight environment equivalent to summer noon for 24 consecutive hours. Compared with the actual outdoor environment, the average light intensity is stronger and the average daily exposure time is longer, so the test results can be obtained quickly.
Irradiation intensity	0.30-0.57 W/M2 (at 340nm) adjustable 0.66-1.22 W/M2 (at 420nm) adjustable 35-70 W/M2 (at 300-400nm) adjustable 300-800 W/M2 (at 300 -800nm) adjustable 650-1200 W/M2 (at 300 -3000nm) adjustable
Irradiation intensity adjustment	Microcomputer + PID + digital power supply + xenon lamp stepless adjustment
Irradiance measurement	1. Without solar eye, manual calibration 2. With solar eye, automatic measurement	Solar Eye Measurement Principle
Optical Filters	1. S1 high purity quartz glass makes the spectrum end value of the irradiance on the sample close to the value of ground sunlight 2. Modular design, can be customized according to the test space Optimize the combination 3. Depending on the environment, you can choose simulation Direct sunlight or sunlight transmitted through window glass 4. Unless the filter is damaged, there is generally no need to replace the filter
Blackboard temperature range	(Room temperature + 10°C) ~ 100°C adjustable
Temperature fluctuation	±0.5℃
Temperature uniformity	≤±2℃
Humidity range	45%RH～75%RH adjustable, dark: 20%RH～98%RH adjustable
Humidity deviation	+2%RH-3%RH
Distance from arc center to tray	200～500mm adjustable
Dark cycle, irradiation cycle	0 ～9999H adjustable
Rain cycle	0 ~ 9999min adjustable

What standards does the xenon lamp solar chamber support

Xenon lamp aging test chambers are primarily used to simulate the aging process of materials, coatings, plastics, and other products under UV light and environmental conditions. They typically support the following standards:

ISO 4892-2 - Standard for accelerated aging tests using light sources (mainly for plastics, coatings, etc.)
ASTM G155 - Standard for accelerated aging tests using xenon lamps to simulate light exposure and environmental effects
ISO 11341 - Standard for evaluating the aging performance of plastic materials under UV light
JIS K 5759 - Japanese Industrial Standard for accelerated aging tests with light sources
DIN 53387 - German standard for light exposure accelerated aging tests on materials
GB/T 2423.24 - Chinese National Standard for accelerated aging tests using UV light exposure in environmental tests

These standards are designed for different applications, such as plastics, coatings, automotive parts, electronic products, and more. Depending on your specific testing needs, choosing an aging chamber that meets the relevant standard is very important.

What are the safety protection functions of the xenon lamp solar chamber

Lighting System	1. Temperature abnormality protection 2. Safe power range limitation 3. Xenon lamp ignition trigger time limit 4. The fan cooling system is interlocked with the lamp. If the fan fails, the xenon lamp will automatically go out.
Refrigeration System	1. Compressor overheat protection 2. Compressor overcurrent protection 3. Compressor overpressure protection 4. Condensing fan overheat protection
Humidification system	1. Humidification heat pipe dry burning protection 2. Abnormal water level protection 3. Water supply overtime protection
Test chamber	1. Adjustable over-temperature protection 2. Air conditioning channel extreme over-temperature protection 3. Fan motor overheat protection
Others	1. Main power phase sequence and phase loss protection (applicable to three-phase power supply) 2. Overload and short circuit protection 3. Multiple door openings cause refrigeration system failure alarm protection

Specifications

model	PW-CX80-2500	PW-CX175-2500	PW-CX225-2500
Volume (L)	80L	175L	225L
a	500	700	900
b	400	500	500
c	400	500	500
A	700	900	1150
B	1100	1200	1200
C	1950	2050	2050
Xenon Lamp	1 piece	2 piece	3 piece
Voltage V	220	220	380