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Accelerated Weathering

Accelerated Weathering

Model: AME-1021

The UV & Xenon Accelerated Weathering Chambers by The AME Technology are advanced testing solutions designed to simulate long-term environmental exposure in a controlled laboratory setting. Using high-intensity UV and xenon arc light sources, these chambers accurately replicate the damaging effects of sunlight, temperature, and moisture on materials.

Widely used for evaluating the durability of plastics, polymers, coatings, and packaging materials, the chambers help manufacturers predict product performance under extended outdoor exposure. The system supports compliance with international weathering and aging standards while offering flexible test configurations to suit diverse application needs. With precise irradiance control, uniform light distribution, and stable temperature regulation, The AME Technology weathering chambers deliver reliable, repeatable results. They are ideal for quality assurance, material comparison, and research applications where long-term performance and material integrity are critical.

  • Description
  • Technical Specifications

The Accelerated Weathering Chambers from The AME Technology are engineered to evaluate material resistance to ultraviolet radiation, heat, and environmental stress. By utilizing UV lamps and xenon arc technology, these chambers replicate natural sunlight and environmental aging effects in an accelerated timeframe. This enables manufacturers to assess long-term durability, color stability, and mechanical performance without extended real-world exposure.

Designed for plastics, polymers, packaging materials, coatings, textiles, and automotive components, the chambers provide controlled simulation of daylight, UV exposure, and temperature variations. Advanced filtration systems allow precise spectral matching to natural sunlight, ensuring accurate and meaningful test results.

Multiple chamber configurations are available, including benchtop, small, large, and walk-in models, allowing scalability based on testing volume and sample size. Features such as programmable exposure cycles, spray and dark functions, humidity control, and irradiance monitoring enhance test flexibility and reproducibility. Robust construction, intuitive controls, and optional pure water systems make these chambers suitable for research laboratories, quality control departments, and industrial testing environments focused on meeting international durability standards.

  • Product Type: UV & Xenon Accelerated Weathering Test Chambers

  • Available Models:

    • SX/1000 Benchtop Xenon Test Chamber

    • SX/1000/H Small Xenon Test Chamber

    • SX/2800/H Xenon Test Chamber

    • SX/2200/H Xenon Test Chamber

    • SX/6500/H Large Xenon Test Chamber

    • STX/1000/H Xenon Test Chamber

    • SWT/X3600/H Walk-in Xenon Test Chamber

  • Light Source:

    • Air-cooled and water-cooled xenon lamps (1.8 kW to 6.5 kW)

  • Standard Filters: UV Extension Filter / Daylight Filter

  • Irradiance Range (340 nm): 0.3 – 0.8 W/m² (model dependent)

  • Temperature Control Range:

    • Chamber Temperature: +20°C to +110°C (varies by model)

  • Black Panel Temperature (BPT): Controlled via chamber temperature settings

  • Functions Available:

    • UV exposure

    • Spray function (front-panel control on select models)

    • Dark cycle simulation

  • Humidity Control: Automatic (model dependent)

  • Irradiance Control Points: Single or multiple, depending on model

  • Water System: Optional pure water system

  • Applications: Weathering, UV aging, color fastness, material durability testing