SOLARBOX
Models 1500e RH and 3000e RH
Accelerated xenon light fastness and weathering test chambers
The worldwide known SOLARBOXe light fastness testers are now available also in the RH series allowing Relative Humidity Control.
SOLARBOXe RH represent a breakthrough in small light fastness testers.
SOLARBOXe RH are the first small testing instruments allowing simulation and control of all weathering parameters like expensive xenon instruments.
Controlled irradiance and spectrum, controlled BST temperature, controlled humidity, flooding system, are features of a top weathering equipment.
Low purchase price, low operating cost, at last an affordable and easy to use xenon weathering testing instrument offering:
− Correlation
− Acceleration
− Repeatability
− Reproducibility
of an advanced weathering test chamber.
Features
• Broad band irradiance control sensor (300-400 nm) ensures constant irradiance for the whole life of the lamp.
• Controlled and monitored irradiance up to 1000 W/m2 (300-800 nm).
• Controlled and monitored temperature at specimen tray level with BST (Black Standard Thermometer).
• Controlled and monitored Relative Humidity.
Ultrasonic humidifier ensures reliable functioning for long time.
• Sample flooding system for cyclic sample immersion throughout your test program.
• Microprocessor control with 4 lines LCD display.
Friendly and intuitive operating system. Free programming up to 15 different test programs. Complete test report is produced for each test you perform simply connecting your PC to RS 232 interface: press print push button and history of test is printed.
Spectral power distribution of filtered Xenon
A complete range of advanced UV filters are available to match sunlight conditions: direct exposure to sunlight (Outdoor); exposure through a window glass (Indoor); Outdoor and Indoor filters with IR coating to reduce infrared radiation on samples.
Description
A strong structure is the base of SOLARBOXe RH. In the lower part two tanks are installed. The right one is for humidifier supply, the left one is for flooding system (option). Capacity of humidifier and flooding tanks ensures weeks and weeks of continuous functioning. Blinking lights on auxiliary panel inform when water level is low.
Sample temperature depends on air flow rate in the test chamber. BST temperature control system selects the blower speed by means of an inverter allowing accurate speed control, subsequently we have a high accuracy in BST temperature. Relative humidity is set on auxiliary panel and displayed on Solarbox control panel.
Ultrasonic humidifier is proportionally controlled so to reach and maintain the programmed test condition. Air circulation may be modified by the user; in full closed circuit mode humidity is obtained in extreme high range with negligible water consumption and BST is in medium high range. In partial air recirculating mode
BST temperatures of lower range are possible.
Operable ranges of humidity control at various test chamber temperatures
Green range is for fully closed air circulating circuit. Blue range is for partially closed air circulating circuit. Red range is for fully opened air circulating circuit
Laboratory temperature 20 °C
FIELDS OF APPLICATION & NORMATIVE REFERENCES
The SOLARBOX, because of its 6 different models and a wide flexibility in available options (i.e. Humidity Control: see SOLARBOX R.H. catalogue), meets the following standards:
ADHESIVES: ASTM D904; ASTM C1442; ASTM C1501; RILEM DBS.
AUTOMOTIVE: SAE J2527; SAE J2412.
COATINGS: QUALICOAT; ISO 2135; ISO 11341; ASTM D3451; ASTM D3794; ASTM D6577; ASTM D6695; GB 1865; JIS K 5600-7-7; MPI: #113; MS133: Part F14.
DENTISTRY: ISO 4049:2000; ISO 7491:2000.
GENERAL: IEC 68-2-9; ISO 4892-1; ASTM G151; ASTM G155.
GEOTEXTILES: ASTM D4355.
INKS/PAPER: ISO 11798; ISO 12040; ISO 18909; ASTM D3424; ASTM D4303; ASTM D5010; ASTM D6901; ASTM F2366.
PACKAGING: ASTM D6551.
PHARMACEUTICAL: ICH Guideline Q1B.
PLASTICS: ISO 4892-2; JIS K 7350-2; DIN EN 513; ASTM D1248; ASTM D2565; ASTM D4101; ASTM D4459; ASTM D5071; ASTM D6662; UL 1581.
ROOFING: ASTM D4434; ASTM D4637; ASTM D4798; ASTM D4811; ASTM D5019; ASTM D6083.
RUBBER: ISO 3865; ISO 4665.
SEALANTS: ASTM C1442; ASTM C1501.
TEXTILES: AATCC TM 16; AATCC TM 169; GB/T-8430; IS: 2454; ISO 105-B02.
Technical data
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SOLARBOXe RH MODEL
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1500e RH
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3000e RH
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Electrical connection
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Mains connection
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1/N/PE
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Mains Voltage
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230 Vac +-10% 50/60 Hz
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Current consumption
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16 A (max)
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Water supply for humidifier
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Tank capacity
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50 litres
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60 litres
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Type of water
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demineralized < 2 µSiemens
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Measures and weight
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Dimensions WxDxH (mm)
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810x550x1600
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950x550x1600
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Floor weight (Kg)
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100
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125
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Exposure area WxD (mm)
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280x 200
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420x200
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Features
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Air cooled especially designed Xenon lamp (watt)
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1500
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2500
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Microprocessor control with 4 lines LCD display
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X
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X
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Free programming of 15 tests
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X
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X
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Complete test report ready to print
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X
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X
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RS232 interface for report output
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X
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X
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Irradiance range: 300-1000 W/m2 (300-800 nm)
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X
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X
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BST Temperature controlled and displayed
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X
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X
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BST temperature range up to 100 °C
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X
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X
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Relative humidity controlled and displayed
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X
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X
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Relative humidity range
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See graph
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Options and accessories
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Flooding system
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X
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X
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Standard borosilicate UV filter for outdoor test condition
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X
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X
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Non aging soda lime UV filter for outdoor test condition
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X
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X
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Non aging soda lime UV filter for outdoor with IR coating
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X
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X
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Non aging soda lime UV filter for indoor test condition
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X
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X
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Non aging soda lime UV filter for indoor with IR coating
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X
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X
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Flooding system for specimen
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X
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X
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Multimeter (radiometer and thermometer)
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X
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X
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295-400 nm sensor, wide band total UV
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X
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X
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340 nm sensor, narrow band
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X
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X
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420 nm sensor, narrow band
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X
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X
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Illuminance sensor, up to 2 MLux
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X
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X
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Black Standard Thermometer sensor
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X
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X
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XEN 32 software report level
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X
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X
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XEN 32 software maintenance level
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X
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X
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