When we talk about test benches combined with a climatic chamber, we are talking about special solutions, solutions that allow the introduction of several test benches inside the chamber and taking into account all the parameters required by the customer. For the steering columns, gradients, masses, materials, etc. have to be taken into account in order to have a chamber that meets the real expectations of the customer. An important mass will be introduced into the equipment, since the steering columns will be fixed on support tables where they will be tested.
The thermal test chamber, CETM-70/3480T-5 has been completely designed for the customer. Since the customer was going to test complete benches, the floor has been reinforced for 500 kg, including a special insulation to avoid loss of transmissions through the floor of the chamber itself. The chamber has 4 double doors to allow access from both sides of the chamber to the test benches and to be able to work in total comfort. The 10″ HMI has a menu in the customer’s language, allowing a clear display of the test values. The access ports are located in the ceiling of the chamber, with a diameter of 200 mm, which is large enough to allow large hoses or cables to pass through.
But the outer construction of the chamber is not the only thing that is custom-made. The cooling unit has been designed to be able to carry out load tests between -40ºC and +120ºC, taking into account the mass and a heating and cooling speed of 5 K/min.
An equipment completely designed according to the customer’s specifications.
