Walk In Chamber

Walk In Chambers

Our Walk-In Chambers are engineered for large-scale environmental testing, providing precise control over temperature and humidity for oversized equipment or bulk testing.

  • Description
  • Feature & Benefits
  • Models & Specification

A walk-in chamber (also known as a walk-in environmental chamber or walk-in test chamber) is a large, enclosed space used to simulate environmental conditions for testing products, components, or systems. These are commonly used in industries like automotive, aerospace, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and defense.

Some Essential Features of Walk In Chamber

These chambers are designed for reliability, accuracy, and long-term durability, with several key features:

  • Large Testing Space

    • Allows personnel to walk in or place large equipment or multiple items inside.
    • Customizable interior dimensions based on specific testing needs.
  • Temperature Control

    • Broad temperature range (e.g., -70°C to +180°C or more).
    • Fast ramp-up and cool-down capabilities.
    • Precision temperature uniformity and stability.
  • Humidity Control

    • Humidity range typically from 20% to 95% RH.
    • Stable and uniform humidity levels for accurate environmental simulation.
  • Airflow Management

    • Controlled and uniform airflow to ensure even distribution of temperature and humidity.
  • Construction & Insulation

    • Durable, insulated panels (typically stainless steel or galvanized steel).
    • Modular designs for flexible installation and expansion.
    • Doors with airtight seals, often with observation windows.
  • Control System

    • Digital touch-screen controllers for programming temperature, humidity, and time cycles.
    • Data logging and remote monitoring capabilities.
    • Integration with external systems and alarms.
  • Safety Features

    • Emergency exit button/handle inside the chamber.
    • Over-temperature protection.
    • Alarms for system malfunctions or unsafe conditions.
  • Optional Features

    • Vibration integration (for combined environment testing).
    • Altitude simulation.
    • Lighting simulation (e.g., solar or UV).
    • Custom shelving, racking, or test fixtures.

Key Applications of Walk In Chambers

These chambers are used across various sectors such as:

  • Automotive Industry
    Component testing: Simulate extreme temperatures and humidity to assess the durability of automotive parts (e.g., dashboards, wiring, sensors).
    Whole vehicle testing: Evaluate complete vehicle systems or subassemblies under real-world environmental stresses.
    Thermal shock and cycle testing for batteries, ECUs, and HVAC systems.

  • Aerospace & Defense
    Altitude simulation: Recreate high-altitude, low-pressure environments to test avionics and aerospace components.
    Thermal cycling and vibration testing for defense electronics and equipment.
    Qualification testing of aircraft materials and military-grade hardware.

  • Electronics & Semiconductors
    Accelerated life testing (ALT): Expose electronic devices to extreme conditions to predict product lifespan.
    Thermal management validation of PCB assemblies, sensors, and power supplies.
    Humidity testing to evaluate corrosion resistance and insulation integrity.

  • Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
    Stability testing of drugs, vaccines, and biologics under ICH-recommended conditions.
    Shelf life and packaging integrity tests in controlled temperature and humidity.
    Storage simulations for biologic samples and clinical trial materials.

  • Industrial & Consumer Goods
    Product reliability and safety testing for appliances, tools, and consumer electronics.
    Packaging validation under fluctuating environmental conditions.
    Material testing to observe behavior under stress (e.g., plastics, metals, textiles).

  • Renewable Energy
    Solar panel testing under varying temperature and humidity.
    Battery cycling and degradation studies for energy storage systems.
    Wind turbine component evaluation in extreme weather simulations.

  • Research & Development
    Controlled environments for prototype validation.
    Simulation of real-world environmental challenges for new product development.
    Long-term reliability studies under specific climate conditions.

Standard Models

Models Unit CWC-15625 CWC-22500 CWC-26250 CWC-91000 Ltr. CWC-105000 Ltr.
Dimension D/L W >H (MM) 2500 2500 2500 3000 3000 2500 3000 3500 2500 7000 5000 2600 7000 4000 3750
(inch) 98 x 98 x 98 118 x 118 x 98 118 x 118 x 98 118 x 118 x 98 118 x 118 x 98
Test Space Volume Ltr. 15625 22500 26250 91000 105000
Temperature Range (°C) -20/-40/-60 to +180 °C -20/-40/-60 to +180 °C -20/-40/-60 to +180 °C -40/-60 to +180 °C -40/-60/-70 to +180 °C
Ramp rate* (°C/min) 1/3/5/6/7/8/10 °C
Humidity Range (%RH) Standard Range: 10% to 98% (Limited by a 6°C dew point and maximum dry bulb of +85°C)
*We also manufacture chambers according to the customer's requirements, including temperature ramp rates and sizes.