Humidity Test Chambers. What You Need To Know.
Temperature Humidity Chambers are available from a number of manufacturers such as Thermotron, Tenney, Espec, Blue M, Despatch, Ransco, TestEquity, Associated Environmental, Bemco, Cincinnati Sub Zero, BMA, Lunaire etc. When acquiring a Temperature Humidity Chamber, there are a number of things to consider amongst which are:
(a) of the chamber|The inside dimensions of the temperature humidity chamber|Minimum Internal Dimensions of Chamber[/spin]. This will be determined by the size of the product to be tested.
(b)Temperature Range needed for the test you wish to perform. The maximum range of a Temperature Humidity Chamber is usually from -73C to +200C. However, to accomplish this complete range the chamber will need to have two compressors in what is referred to as a cascade refrigeration system. If only one compressor is used, then temperatures down to approximately -35C is possible. Take into account that humidity testing can not be performed below 0C (freezing point) and that any testing below 0C will be possible for temperature only testing (humidity function will be disabled). Temperature Humidity Chambers are also offered without any refrigeration at all. The lowest temperatures at which testing can be performed without refrigeration is usually about 12C above room temperature.
(c) Humidity Range needed for the test you wish to perform. Although most Temperature Humidity Chambers claim that they have a humidity range of 20% to 95%, what is often overlooked is the temperature range at which these humidity levels can be controlled. For example, at 25C, the lowest humidity obtainable by most temperature humidity chambers that include refrigeration will be about 45% (unless a dehumidifier package is installed). As one increases the temperature above 25C, lower humidity levels than 45% can be controlled. Normally graphs are provided by the manufacturer showing the temperature versus humidity range of the temperature humidity chamber.
(d) Water Recycling System – If you do not have a drain available to drain the excess water used to create the humidity, you should consider a water recycling system consisting of a water storage container, demineralizer cartridge and recycling pump. This will recycle the water and a drain will not be required. Remember, demineralized water should be used for Temperature Humidity Chambers, not deionized water which can harm the interior of the chamber (usually stainless steel) and other components!
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