Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber LCTC-T2010

Introduction

Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber has a volume of 780 liters and offers a temperature range from +10°C to +90°C. It supports test methods such as neutral salt spray, acetic acid salt spray, and copper-accelerated acetic acid salt spray. Its humidity system comprises a stainless-steel water tank, an electromagnetic microwave humidifier, and a water re-circulation system. The chamber allows for an adjustable salt fog deposition rate ranging from 1 to 2 mL / 80cm²·h. This makes it ideal for accelerated corrosion testing across different industries.

This test equipment is designed to meet the rigorous requirements of modern laboratory operations, ensuring high precision, reliability, and ease of use for various experimental applications.

Applications

Our Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber is used to simulate harsh environmental conditions for testing material corrosion resistance. It is ideal for evaluating the durability of coatings, metals, automotive parts, and electronic components.

Specifications

Interior Volume	780 L
Temperature Range	+ 10℃ to + 90℃
Temperature Fluctuation	± 0.5℃
Temperature Deviation	± 2.0℃
Humidity Range	30% to 100% RH
Humidity Deviation	+2%, -3%
Salt Fog Deposition	1 to 2 mL / 80cm²•h (adjustable)
Cooling System	Mechanical compression refrigeration system
Refrigerating Unit	French compressor
Refrigerant	R454C
Heating Element	Nichrome heater
Humidifier	External isolation, stainless steel surface evaporation humidifier
Water Supply System	Water purification system
Air Preheating	Saturated air barrel
Spraying System	Atomizer tower and Spray nozzles
Salt Mist Dosing	With 2 pcs atomizer box hanging on chamber wall
Controller	Programmable color touch screen controller with Ethernet interface, port
Temperature Sensor	PT100Ω / MV A-class
Humidity Sensor	Dry and wet bulb sensor
Brine Tank Volume	External 88L water solution tank, with automatic stirring system
View Window Size	800 × 300 mm
Air Circulation	Centrifugal wind fan
Material	Glass fiber reinforced plastics
Power Supply	AC380V 50Hz 3Phase
Maximum Noise	65 dB (A)
Permissible Temperature	5℃ to +35℃
Permissible Humidity	Up to 85% RH
Internal Dimension (D × W × H)	800 × 1450 × 680 mm
Overall Dimension (D × W × H)	1350 × 2650 × 1600 mm
Packing Dimension	2800 × 1400 × 1850 mm
Net Weight	465 Kg
Gross Weight	635 Kg

Features

Water inlet, water drainage, salt mist drainage port

Humidifier dry-combustion protection

Over temperature protection

Pneumatic lid with view window

Castor wheels with brake function

Fog collector and fog measure cylinder

FAQs

1. What is the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber used for?

Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber is used to replicate a variety of environmental conditions to test the corrosion resistance and longevity of materials and components. This chamber is ideal for simulating real-world weathering cycles, including salt spray, high humidity, drying, and temperature fluctuations. It is particularly useful for testing metals, coatings, automotive components, and electronics to ensure that products can withstand harsh operational environments over time.

2. What test methods can be performed using the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber ?

Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber supports multiple internationally recognized test methods, including Neutral Salt Spray (), Acetic Acid Salt Spray (), and Copper-Accelerated Acetic Acid Salt Spray (). These methods are commonly used across industries to assess corrosion resistance in different types of coatings, treated surfaces, and metallic materials.

3. How does the humidity control system work in the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber ?

The Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber features an advanced humidity control system designed for accuracy and reliability. It includes a stainless steel water tank, an electromagnetic microwave humidifier, and a water re-circulation mechanism. These components work together to maintain a humidity range between 30% and 100% RH, with a deviation of +2% to -3%. The stainless steel design ensures durability and resistance to corrosion, while the re-circulation system promotes water efficiency and consistent humidity control throughout the test cycle.

4. What type of control interface does the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber offer?

Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber is equipped with a user-friendly, programmable color touchscreen controller. This interface allows users to create and save complex test cycles, set temperature and humidity parameters, and control spray timings with ease. Additionally, the system includes Ethernet and ports for data logging, remote monitoring, and exporting test reports. These features enable integration into digital lab management systems and make it easier to meet documentation and traceability requirements during R&D or compliance testing.

5. What kind of brine solution system is included with the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber ?

Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber comes equipped with an external 88-liter water solution tank, commonly referred to as the brine tank. This tank includes an automatic stirring system to ensure consistent salt concentration throughout the test. The even distribution of salt solution is crucial for reproducibility and accuracy in corrosion tests.

6. What is the purpose of a Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber?

A Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber is designed to simulate various real-world environmental conditions such as salt spray, humidity, drying, and temperature fluctuations. The purpose of using the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber is to evaluate the corrosion resistance and durability of materials, coatings, and components under accelerated aging conditions. This enables manufacturers to predict how products will perform over time in actual service environments.

7. What industries typically use the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber from It?

Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber is widely used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, marine, and surface treatment. These sectors require stringent corrosion testing to ensure that materials and coatings meet durability standards. The Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber helps simulate complex environmental conditions that components face during transport, operation, or long-term use.

8. What international standards does the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber comply with?

The Cyclic Corrosion Test Chambers by It complies with globally recognized standards including B117, 9227, 60068-2-52, and G85. These standards govern methods for salt spray and corrosion testing and ensure that test results are reliable, reproducible, and suitable for quality control and product development.

9. How does the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber simulate real-world environmental conditions?

Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber uses programmable control systems to alternate between different environmental conditions such as salt fog, high humidity, dry air, and varying temperatures. These cycles mimic actual weathering scenarios including coastal exposure, road salt spray, and tropical climates. By cycling between these phases, the chamber provides a more accurate simulation of real-world corrosion than traditional salt spray testing.

10. What are the advantages of using a Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber over conventional salt spray chambers?

While conventional salt spray chambers only simulate a constant saline environment, the It Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber introduces multiple test phases like humidity, drying, and temperature cycling. This makes the Cyclic Corrosion Test Chamber more suitable for modern testing standards and real-world validation, offering more accurate predictions of product lifespan and performance.