HOW ARE VEHICLE LIGHTING FIXTURES TESTED UNDER EXTREME CONDITIONS? CCK-70/1000T-6 CLIMATE CHAMBER

An automotive lighting manufacturer with more than five DYCOMETAL environmental test chambers in its quality control laboratory needed additional equipment similar to what it already had installed.
 
The required conditions were:
👉 Temperature range between -50°C and +180°C.
👉 Standard volume of 1000 liters.
👉 Cooling temperature gradients of 6 K/min.
👉 Heating temperature gradients of 8 K/min.
👉 Reinforced floor and reinforced trays. 

OUR SOLUTION: The climate test chamber previously supplied to this client, the CCK-70/1000T-6, has been updated with a new totem display with an operating status light and a new mechanical locking system with a security key. The client has already tested and verified the system's performance and results. This high-performance heating and cooling unit allows for the most demanding climate tests to be performed on vehicle lighting.
 
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DETECTION OF PREMATURE FAILURES IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS, BURN-IN TEST. AFA-100/768

Our client, a major manufacturer of electronics for telecommunications satellites, already had 7 AFA-100/768 ovens, but due to increased production, they needed to expand the number of environmental tests under controlled temperature conditions, ensuring proper functioning during component development.
 
The conditions they were looking for were similar to the previous ones:
👉 High stability and reproducibility.
👉 Oven with a large vertical load capacity.
👉 4 large-diameter through-wall ports for probe insertion.
👉 Programmable start/stop of the test.
👉 Communication with a central PC for control and recording of all ovens via software.
 
OUR SOLUTION: The same system we previously supplied. Three (3) AFA-100/768 ovens with internal dimensions of 1200 x 800 x 800 mm (H x W x D), featuring high temperature stability. This robust system boasts a high vertical load capacity and, thanks to its associated software and communication port, allows for centralized control of all ovens on one or more PCs simultaneously, enabling parallel monitoring and recording of all systems.
 
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HIGH-TEMPERATURE MATERIAL BEHAVIOR STUDIES FOR HIGH-PERFORMANCE SECTORS SUCH AS AERONAUTICS AND AUTOMOTIVE.

AFA-200/3000T FORCED-AIR OVEN.
 
The main activities in high-temperature studies:
👉 Characterization and Testing: We perform tests on plastics and composites.
👉 High-Performance Composites with high thermal resistance.
👉 Analysis of the effect of high temperature on mechanical properties.
 
These studies are crucial for the development of materials that maintain their mechanical and structural properties under demanding thermal conditions.
 
However, these components are often large, requiring:
 
• Large volumes
• Temperature ranges up to +200ºC
• High heating capacities
• Good temperature homogeneity and uniformity
 
OUR SOLUTION: AFA-200/3000T. A forced-air circulation oven with a rapid heating gradient and a large interior space of 1500 x 2000 x 1000 mm (H x W x D), 3 m³. A double-door system with double viewing windows allows for continuous monitoring of the test. The reinforced floor allows for the introduction of heavy samples. In addition, there are several penetrations for inserting extra sensors to position over the samples. All of this is controlled by a programmable system with a 7” touchscreen for performing cyclic tests, thanks to the extraction system that lowers the temperature inside the test chamber without the need for a separate refrigeration unit.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CCKg-0/112, CLIMATE GENERATOR FOR TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY CONDITIONING IN OPTICS

At DYCOMETAL, we develop environmental test chambers designed to guarantee maximum reliability in sectors where precision is paramount, such as optics and vision care. 👁️🔬 Our solutions allow for environmental testing of ophthalmic lenses and advanced vision care products, recreating controlled temperature, humidity, and accelerated aging conditions. This makes it possible to evaluate the resistance of treatments, the stability of materials, and the durability of coatings. Thanks to these tests, manufacturers can ensure that their products will maintain clarity, performance, and quality even after long periods of use.

Like our external climate conditioning system, DYCOMETAL CCKg-0/112. An external conditioning unit with temperature and humidity control. A flexible system that allows for the conditioning of different independent test chambers depending on the type and size of samples. In this case, our client did not request a special drawer, painted in matte black due to the optical peculiarities of the samples to be tested.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

AFA-20/1600, FORCED AIR CIRCULATION OVEN FOR LOAD CELL TESTING.

 Continuing with environmental testing of load cells, it's important to remember that these are electronic components and therefore must also undergo burn-in processes to verify infant mortality in electronics. For this purpose, the number of samples to be tested should be as large as possible, taking into account the different sizes the samples may have.

Our AFA-200/1600 high-temperature laboratory oven has been designed for the introduction of carts carrying a large number of samples for testing. Its 1600 mm interior height allows for easy cart entry thanks to rails embedded in the floor, eliminating the need for a ramp. Its width and depth (1000 x 1000 mm) ensure the simultaneous introduction of different sample sizes. The system is complemented by an advanced microprocessor that allows heating and cooling cycles, thanks to its turbine system, all remotely controlled by the control and recording software.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CETMg-30/100T, THERMAL TEST GENERATOR FOR LOAD CELL TESTING.

Load cells are sensors designed to measure force or weight and are fundamental in applications such as industrial scales, onboard weighing systems, process control, and lifting platforms. Their accuracy is critical, as any thermal variation can affect the signal and, therefore, the measurement. Through controlled temperature testing and thermal cycling, it is possible to verify their stability, repeatability, and reliability, ensuring precise operation in real-world working environments.

Our external thermal conditioning system, DYCOMETAL CETMg-30/100T, is not a conventional chamber; it is a system that allows connection to different volumes (test zones) to condition different sample sizes, from the smallest used in small scales to large industrial-sized load cells for large-scale scales. This allows it to perform tests under the most extreme temperature conditions from -30ºC to +180ºC, ensuring that the sample withstands and measures correctly.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CETg-60/550T, EXTERNAL THERMAL CONDITIONING SYSTEM FOR AERONAUTICAL TESTING.

Thermal testing plays a fundamental role in ensuring that components used in aeronautical programs can withstand extreme temperature variations throughout their lifecycle. At Dycometal, our climate test chambers reproduce real and extreme environmental conditions, helping manufacturers validate performance, reliability, and safety before products even take off. Because in the aerospace sector, excellence is tested long before liftoff.

Like the DYCOMETAL external conditioning system, model CETMg-60/5500T, designed to condition a 5.5 m³ space at temperatures between -60°C and +180°C. The system is designed to ensure sufficient airflow and heating/cooling capacity to condition parts weighing up to 450 kg, with a dissipation capacity of up to 7 kW. Being mobile, this system can also be used in other testing environments, from smaller to larger spaces. The entire system is controlled by our touchscreen-based control system and remote control software for monitoring and recording.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

AFA-200/2500, FORCED AIR HEATING OVEN FOR COSMETIC TESTING.

In the cosmetics industry, quality is not just a matter of texture or fragrance; it's a matter of stability and safety. Before a product reaches the shelf, it must demonstrate its ability to withstand everything from an intense summer to transoceanic transport. To achieve this, it's necessary to evaluate the behavior of its formulas through: Accelerated Stability Tests, Thermal Cycling (Thermal Shock), or Storage Tests.

That's why our client requested a special oven, a DYCOMETAL oven. With a volume of 2500 liters, specially adapted to accommodate large batches of samples in vertical trolleys, the oven has a vertical volume with a usable interior height of 2 meters. Furthermore, the floor features a flush-mounted rail system to allow trolleys to be inserted without the need for a ramp. The control system allows for the implementation of cooling programs using the air renewal system and an alarm system to notify when the test has finished. The control and recording software allows for the storage of tests for each batch via Ethernet communication.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

AFA-200/490, FORCED AIR CIRCULATION HEATING OVEN BUILT ACCORDING TO AMS2750.

In highly regulated industries such as aerospace and aeronautics, quality standards for heat treatment processes are becoming increasingly demanding. The AMS 2750 E standard has become the benchmark to ensure accuracy, traceability, and repeatability in thermal processing.

This specification defines the calibration, temperature control, and data-recording requirements, as well as furnace classes based on temperature uniformity and instrumentation type. Therefore, selecting the right furnace depends directly on the criteria set by AMS 2750 E, influencing both process efficiency and final product quality.

Having equipment and solutions compliant with this standard not only ensures regulatory alignment but also enhances reliability and competitiveness in precision-driven industries.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CCKMB-45/4000T, MODUBLOC CLIMATE CHAMBER WITH CO2 (R-744) COOLING FOR ELECTRONICS.

DYCOMETAL continues to take firm steps towards innovation and sustainability. Today we are pleased to announce the upcoming delivery of a new unit in the CCK-T-CO₂ series, our line of environmental test chambers that focuses on more efficient and responsible cooling.

The star of the show is the CCKMB-45/4000T, equipped with a CO₂ (R-744) cooling system, fully compliant with the requirements of the new European F-Gas regulation.

This technology not only reduces environmental impact but also offers exceptional technical performance, ensuring high precision in climatic conditions for quality, aging, reliability, and other critical testing processes in sectors such as automotive, electronics, aerospace, and scientific research.

The CCK-45/4000T climate chamber has a large volumetric capacity. With a temperature range from -45ºC to +70ºC, and controlled relative humidity from 15% to 90% RH, according to customer needs. Its double-leaf door allows access to the interior of the chamber for large samples. And thanks to its double viewing window, samples can be viewed from any position. Thanks to the CO2 (R-744) refrigeration system, gradients of 2 K/min can be achieved, all controlled by a 7” touchscreen and software connected to an external PC. At DYCOMETAL, we remain committed to offering solutions that combine sustainability, efficiency, and the highest quality. 

We keep moving forward. 

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DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CETM-25/300T, THERMAL TEST CHAMBER FOR SEMICONDUCTOR TESTING.

To evaluate semiconductors, environmental tests are performed, analyzing the reliability and durability of chips under extreme temperature conditions by subjecting samples to controlled temperature variations. International standards such as IEC 60068 are among the most widely used to ensure the uniformity, reliability, and reproducibility of tests on electronic products.

These types of tests are carried out in climatic or thermal chambers so that the behavior of semiconductors under temperature changes can be studied.

The DYCOMETAL CETM-25/300T chamber allows for testing under controlled temperature. Its 300-liter volume allows for the processing of a large number of small samples. All of this is controlled by an advanced control system and remote control software.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CCK-40/1000T-3, CLIMATE CHAMBER FOR TESTING ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

 In the automotive sector, the quality and durability of interior components must be guaranteed even when the vehicle is exposed to extreme environmental conditions. Therefore, all elements located in the passenger compartment—such as trim, electronic modules, panels, plastics, or decorative elements—must undergo tests that reproduce the most severe climatic agents in order to evaluate their stability, resistance, and long-term performance. 

Among the most widely used procedures are the VW PV 1200 and VW PV 2005-A standards, which establish accelerated climate stress cycles designed to intensively simulate abrupt changes in temperature and humidity, as well as prolonged exposure to critical environments. These cycles include phases in which the water content in the air must be kept strictly limited, requiring very precise climate control to ensure the reproducibility and reliability of the test.

The DYCOMETAL CCK-40/1000T-3 is a climate testing chamber with a volume suitable for testing medium-sized parts. With a temperature range of -40°C to +150°C and relative humidity control between 10% and 98%, it allows for most automotive testing. All of this is controlled via a 7” touchscreen interface and associated logging software.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CETMB-30/4570T, temperature test chamber for isothermal packaging

Maintaining the cold chain during transport is a critical factor in the design, development, and validation of isothermal packaging for shipping pharmaceuticals, biological samples, blood products, and other temperature-sensitive materials. Ensuring the thermal integrity of these products is essential to preserving their efficacy, stability, and safety until the time of use. Therefore, isothermal packaging systems must be carefully designed and subjected to rigorous verification and validation processes that guarantee their ability to maintain controlled and constant thermal conditions throughout the entire logistics cycle.

The DYCOMETAL CETMB-30/4570T chamber model has been designed to test isothermal packaging or bags under temperature conditions down to -25°C, complying with F-gas (GWP<150). The MODUBLOC design from DYCOMETAL allows the construction of large test chambers with the advantage of easy installation and the mobility of a smaller system.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CETM-70/300T-5, temperature test chamber for the aerospace industry

 The aerospace economy is booming, and space is approaching a new frontier, creating solutions for major global challenges through constantly improving and expanding technological capabilities. The impact of space technology on our daily lives will be revolutionary, serving as a platform for progress and innovation. Within this field, electronics are fundamental to the production of the various components of satellites, vehicles, rockets, capsules, etc. Quality control of the different components that make up these systems is essential. For this purpose, climate testing is a fundamental element in verifying the behavior of these systems throughout their lifespan.

The DYCOMETAL CETM-70/300T-5 chamber is a medium-volume thermal test chamber that allows for testing aerospace components in a temperature range from -70ºC to +180ºC. Its temperature gradient of 5°C/min allows for moderate stress testing of samples, enabling verification of sample performance under extreme conditions. All of this is controlled by an advanced control system and remote control software.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CCK-30/300Tg, climatic chamber for carbonation and freeze-thaw tests for building materials

 Numerous environmental tests exist to verify the resistance of construction materials to different climatic conditions. One fairly common test is the freeze-thaw test, where the sample is exposed to freezing and thawing conditions (in air or water) to guarantee the material’s durability.

Other more specific tests for steel-reinforced materials include carbonation tests, which involve accelerated corrosion testing by injecting CO2 into the samples under controlled climatic conditions.

DYCOMETAL has designed the CCK-30/300Tg climatic chamber to perform both carbonation and freeze-thaw tests in a single system, allowing it to cover various tests on different construction materials, rather than focusing solely on a single test. This system also features an environmentally friendly refrigeration unit with a GWP < 150, all controlled by a 7” color touchscreen control system, as well as associated software for monitoring and recording the different tests.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

15 m³ climatic chamber for the agri-food sector

We recently supplied a climate stability chamber to a client in the agri-food sector for aging samples between +20 and +50°C with controlled humidity between 50 and 90% RH, and a dew point of 10 to 38°C. The chamber is constructed of high-quality stainless steel, with an access door featuring a window and interior lighting. It also includes high-strength stainless steel shelves. All functions are controlled by an advanced touchscreen controller, and, as a new feature, it includes a vertical totem with a large integrated status light, allowing users to easily see the chamber’s operating status.

In the agri-food sector, precise environmental conditions are key to ensuring quality, safety, and innovation. Climate chambers allow for the reproduction and control of variables, simulating real or extreme environments with complete reliability. From new product development to the study of food preservation and shelf life, these technological solutions drive research, quality control, and process optimization.

Consult our technical and sales department for advice on the most suitable solution for your application.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

CETM-0/100T-UV, thermal test chamber for accelerated aging tests with UV LED light

Exposure to UV light is responsible for various molecular and genetic changes in both materials and living cells. Sunlight reaching the Earth contains UV rays with different wavelengths: UV-A, UV-B, and UV-C, although the latter are blocked by the ozone layer.

Accelerated aging tests with UV LEDs are used in various markets, such as the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, photonics, and medical industries, to simulate an accelerated solar emission spectrum. This allows for the evaluation of the behavior and response of different types of materials to solar radiation.

Our CETM-0/100T-UV chamber has been designed and adapted to perform UV radiation tests in a thermally controlled environment for most UV applications: bonding, polymerization, drying, curing, and photolithography. The system features a 100-liter capacity test chamber made of polished stainless steel with an internal finish. The roof of the test chamber has an opening with a filter to allow for the placement of an external UV radiation source. All of this is controlled by a touchscreen control system and recording and control software.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

Dycometal supplies 3 CCK-T-f units for mosquito breeding tests (entomology)

 In experimental entomology, reproducibility and environmental control are critical factors for obtaining reliable results.

Precision climate chambers enable the maintenance of stable temperature, relative humidity, and light intensity, key variables in the study of mosquito developmental biology, behavior, and physiology.

By allowing controlled simulation of photoperiods, microclimates, and thermal gradients, these chambers accurately recreate natural environments, enabling assessment of how environmental factors influence biological parameters such as larval development rate, longevity, fecundity, and vector competence.

This technological infrastructure is a fundamental tool for producing reproducible and comparable data across laboratories, supporting advances in the understanding of the ecology and epidemiology of mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue, Zika, and malaria.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

Climatic chambers for compliance with MIL-STD 810 method 521.4 icing/freezing rain

Ice formation can be one of the causes that can hinder the performance and durability of a material. This formation can affect moving parts, increase risks to personnel, cause structural failure, and more. Method 521.4 of MIL-STD 810 is used to evaluate the effect of ice on materials and systems, simulating their performance during operation when exposed to ice formation from rain, drizzle, fog, splashes, or other sources.

The CCK-T series climatic test chambers can be modified to accommodate a system that allows for this test. Depending on the sample size, the CCK-T series offers different volumes as needed. All of this is controlled by an advanced microprocessor and remote control and recording software. If you’d like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact our technical and sales department so we can advise you on the most appropriate solution for your needs.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.

Climatic chamber with solar simulator for testing in accordance with MIL-STD method 505.7

Method 505.7 of MIL-STD 810 is used to evaluate material that may be exposed to solar radiation during its service life. This method evaluates the effects of direct exposure to sunlight and aims to determine the heating effects of solar radiation on the material and identify the photodegradation effects of exposure to solar radiation. Exposure to solar radiation can also cause expansion and contraction of materials, generating serious stresses and loss of structural integrity, among other defects.

DYCOMETAL’s CCK/CETM series climatic chambers can be modified to comply with test method 505.7 of MIL-STD 810, among other standards.

Please consult our technical-commercial department for comprehensive advice.

For more information, please contact us by email: comercial@dycometal.com or on our website: www.dycometal.com . 

DYCOMETAL, a company with more than 40 years of experience in the development of simulation chambers for environmental testing, offers its customers ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SOLUTIONS ADAPTED TO THEIR NEEDS.