Tabletop Xenon Arc Weathering Tester
Category：Xenon Test Chamber
Introduction
The Water-Cooled Xenon Lamp Weathering Test Chamber is a premium environmental simulation testing device that utilizes high-power water-cooled xenon lamps to replicate the most authentic full sunlight spectrum. By precisely controlling climatic factors such as light exposure, temperature, humidity, and rainfall (spray), this equipment enables you to recreate months or even years of destructive weather conditions found in nature within a short timeframe. Whether evaluating material fading, cracking, or physical property degradation, this chamber delivers highly credible weathering test data, serving as a core tool for ensuring long-term product quality stability.
Application
This equipment enables accelerated aging testing for various high-performance materials, with specific applications including:
Automotive Interiors & Exteriors: UV and thermo-oxidative aging tests for dashboards, steering wheels, bumpers, automotive lighting, and body coatings.
Textiles & Apparel: Evaluating colorfastness and light/weather resistance of premium garments, outdoor sunshade fabrics, curtain materials, and synthetic leather.
Building & Decoration: Testing durability of aluminum composite panels, construction sealants, colored coatings, and plastic doors/windows under extreme sunlight exposure.
Electronics and Photovoltaics: Verifying long-term outdoor reliability of solar module encapsulation materials, mobile device casings, and display components.
Inks and Coatings: Assessing color retention and chalking resistance of printed materials, industrial coatings, and various paints under prolonged sunlight exposure.
Standards
This instrument fully complies with and supports multiple stringent international and domestic weathering test standards:
(1) ISO 4892-2：Plastics — Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources — Part 2: Xenon-arc lamps
(2) ASTM G155：Standard Practice for Operating Xenon Arc Light Apparatus for Exposure of Non-Metallic Materials
(3) ISO 105-B02:Textiles — Tests for colour fastness — Part B02: Colour fastness to artificial light: Xenon arc fading lamp test
(4) GB/T 16422.2:Plastics — Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources — Part 2: Xenon-arc lamps
(5) AATCC TM16:Colorfastness to Light
(6) SAE J2527:Accelerated Exposure of Automotive Exterior Materials Using a Controlled Irradiance Xenon-Arc Apparatus
(7) SAE J2412:Accelerated Exposure of Automotive Interior Trim Components Using a Controlled Irradiance Xenon-Arc Apparatus
(8) PV 1303:Xenon Test for the Weathering Resistance of Automotive Materials
Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
| Control Mode | Automatic |
| Lamp Power | 1700W |
| Exposure Area | 1.100 cm² |
| Irradiance Monitoring | Quantitative closed-loop control (for 420nm/300-800nm and 340nm lamps) |
| Operation Interface | Chinese and English |
| Black Panel Temperature Setting Range | 45-100 °C |
| Black Panel Temperature Control Accuracy | ±2°C |
| Black Standard Temperature Setting Range | 45-95 °C |
| Black Standard Temperature Control Accuracy | ±2°C |
| Chamber & Black Panel Temperature Control Method | Through fans |
| Lamp Lifespan | Up to 1500 hours or more |
| Weight | 115kg |
| Power Supply | 220V 50Hz |
| Appearance Dimensions (L×W×H) | 100cm × 70cm × 70cm |
Features
Extreme energy simulation: Water-cooled system enables lamps to operate at extremely high power, delivering greater irradiance than standard air-cooled models and significantly shortening test cycles.
Automatic Closed-Loop Irradiance Control: Real-time sensing and compensation for lamp energy fluctuations ensure constant light intensity throughout the experiment.
Superior Temperature/Humidity Consistency: Rotating sample rack design positions all specimens around the central lamp, completely eliminating position-related test variations.
Advanced Water-Cooled Circulation: Efficient heat exchange system maintains optimal lamp operating temperature, extending the lifespan of expensive consumables.
Multiple Protection Mechanisms: Features comprehensive alarm protections against leakage, low water levels, overheating, and fan failures, enabling 24/7 unattended operation.
Accessories
(1) High-power water-cooled xenon lamp tube (2) Various spectral filters (daylight/window glass, etc.) (3) Standard drum sample rack (4) Black panel/black standard thermometer (5) Water treatment purification system (optional) (6) Wireless real-time radiometer (optional)
Test Procedures
Sample Mounting: Install test samples onto standard sample holders and distribute them evenly across the drum-type sample rack.
Filter Selection: Install the appropriate daylight or glass transmission filter system according to standards (e.g., ASTM G155).
Parameter Setting: Input irradiance intensity, black panel temperature, ambient temperature, humidity, and spray cycle on the control panel.
Self-Test Initiation: Verify cooling water flow is unobstructed, start the instrument self-test, and activate the xenon lamp.
Cycle operation: The instrument automatically cycles through preset alternating periods of illumination, darkness, and spraying.
Rating comparison: After testing, remove samples and evaluate data by comparing against gray cards under a standard light source or using a colorimeter.
Maintenance Information
Water Quality Monitoring: The water-cooling system must use high-quality deionized water. Replace filter cartridges regularly to prevent scale buildup on the outer lamp tubes, which impairs light transmittance.
Lamp and Filter Maintenance: Periodically inspect lamps and filters to ensure surfaces are free of fingerprints and contaminants. Replace the entire set when radiation intensity decays below the threshold.
Sensor Calibration: Irradiance sensors and black panel thermometers require annual traceable calibration to ensure data validity.
Dust Removal: Regularly clean the dust filters in the electrical control cabinet to maintain adequate heat dissipation for electronic components.
FAQ
1. What is this product?
A: It is an advanced weathering test chamber that utilizes a water-cooling system to control high-power xenon lamps, thereby highly simulating the full solar spectrum and outdoor climate conditions.
2. What is this product used for?
A: It helps you quickly obtain conclusions on material aging under long-term exposure, predict product service life, and mitigate potential quality claim risks.
3. How does this product work?
A: At its core, a xenon lamp discharges to generate visible and ultraviolet light. The water-cooling system circulates water to dissipate lamp heat, ensuring precise control of environmental temperature and humidity under high irradiance.
4. Why is this product important?
Answer: Water-cooled xenon lamp testing is internationally recognized as the most precise aging test method. Many automotive and electronics giants mandate it as a prerequisite for product approval.
5. Which industries is this product suitable for?
Answer: High-end automotive manufacturing, aerospace materials, premium outdoor building materials, the photovoltaic industry, and national-level quality inspection research institutions.
