SI80 Carbon Arc Aging Tester

Standards

• JIS A1415: Specifies testing methods for evaluating the weather resistance of polymer building materials under laboratory light sources.
• JIS B7753: Defines technical requirements for light and water exposure instruments, including carbon arc lamp equipment.
• JIS D0205: Covers corrosion testing methods for metals, including salt spray, humidity, and gas corrosion trials.
• JIS G3312: Sets product standards for colored galvanized steel sheets, including dimensions and performance criteria.
• JIS H86885: Provides guidelines for textile care labels, including washing, bleaching, and drying instructions.
• JIS K2246: Regulates the classification and performance of rust-preventive oils for metal protection.
• JIS K5400: Outlines testing methods for coatings, including transparency, viscosity, and density measurements.
• JIS Z9117: Evaluates the retroreflective performance of automotive materials, ensuring nighttime visibility and safety.
• ISO 4892-1: Offers general guidance for exposing plastics to laboratory light sources, ensuring consistent testing protocols.
• ASTM G23: Details a method for measuring friction and adhesive wear properties of materials using torsion compression tests.
• AATCC/NCCA: Textile industry standards for colorfastness, weather resistance, and coating durability.

Product Advantages

1. Accelerated Aging Simulation
   • Mimics natural aging processes (fading, yellowing, strength degradation) through high-energy carbon arc light, delivering results faster than traditional methods.
   • Combines light exposure with rain simulation via a built-in spray system, replicating real-world weathering cycles.
2. Versatile Applications
   • Ideal for testing plastics, coatings, inks, automotive materials, textiles, and photochemical products.
   • Suitable for R&D, quality control, and third-party certification labs.
3. Precision Engineering
   • Imported carbon rods ensure stable performance and test repeatability.
   • Adjustable irradiance, temperature, and humidity settings cater to customized testing protocols.
4. Safety & Durability
   • Multi-layered protection (voltage/current monitoring, overtemperature alerts, leakage prevention) guarantees operator and equipment safety.
   • Robust design with a 375kg build and corrosion-resistant materials for long-term reliability.

Product Features

1. Intelligent Control System
   • 7-inch PLC touchscreen: Programmable interface for setting irradiance (255W/㎡), blackboard temperature (63°C/83°C ±3°C), and humidity (50%RH ±5%RH).
   • Step-by-step programming for complex or standardized test cycles.
2. Advanced Light Source
   • Four pairs of carbon rods generate a stable arc with discharge voltage (50V ±2V) and current (60A ±2A).
   • Filtered light mirrors natural sunlight spectra, ensuring accurate spectral distribution.
3. Uniform Exposure
   • Rotating sample frame (1 RPM, 960mm ±6mm diameter) holds up to 76 samples (150mm ×70mm) for consistent irradiation.
   • Arc-to-sample distance maintained at 480mm ±3mm for precision.
4. Environmental Simulation
   • Water spray system with adjustable pressure (0.08–0.13 MPa) and flow (2100ml ±100ml/min) at 16°C ±5°C.
   • Studio humidity control (50%RH ±5%RH) for comprehensive weathering tests.

Technical Parameters