LabCompanion PS-1000-5 High-Low Temperature Environmental Test Chamber

Overview

The LabCompanion PS-1000-5 is a high-capacity, compressor-cooled environmental test chamber engineered for rigorous thermal stress evaluation of industrial components, electronic assemblies, automotive modules, and materials under controlled extreme temperature conditions. With a 1 m³ internal workspace (1000 × 1000 × 1000 mm), it supports large-scale or multi-unit testing in compliance with international environmental simulation standards including IEC 60068-2-1 (cold), IEC 60068-2-2 (dry heat), MIL-STD-810H Method 502.7, and GB/T 2423.1–2423.2. Its core thermodynamic architecture integrates dual-stage refrigeration, PID-controlled resistive heating, and optimized air circulation via a centrifugal blower system with adjustable baffle guidance—ensuring stable thermal gradients and minimal stratification across the entire working volume. The chamber operates across a validated range of −70 °C to +150 °C, with optional extension to +180 °C for specialized high-temperature aging protocols.

Key Features

• Robust mechanical design featuring reinforced stainless-steel inner chamber, double-wall insulation with polyurethane foam (≥120 mm thickness), and electrostatically coated carbon steel outer housing for long-term corrosion resistance.
• Large-dimension observation window with double-layer tempered glass and anti-fog heater, enabling real-time visual monitoring without thermal disturbance.
• Patented lever-type door locking mechanism ensuring uniform gasket compression and leak-tight sealing at all operating temperatures.
• Dual independent safety protection: hardware-based over-temperature cut-off (mechanical thermostat) plus software-enforced thermal limit control with audible/visual alarm output.
• Programmable temperature ramping capability from 1 °C/min to 25 °C/min, supporting both linear and non-linear profiles for accelerated thermal cycling per JEDEC JESD22-A104 or IPC-9701 requirements.
• Standardized sample power feedthrough terminals on both left and right side walls, accommodating up to four independently fused AC/DC supply lines (max. 250 VAC / 16 A).

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The PS-1000-5 accommodates heterogeneous sample configurations—from single large-format battery packs and PCB subassemblies to stacked consumer electronics enclosures. Optional heavy-duty load-bearing shelves (rated ≥80 kg per shelf) and reinforced floor plates support static loads up to 300 kg. Cable ports are configurable in diameter (Φ50, Φ80, Φ100, Φ150 mm) with silicone grommets to maintain chamber integrity during in-situ electrical testing. All standard configurations meet CE marking requirements per Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC) and 2014/35/EU (LVD). When equipped with humidity control and data logging options, the system supports audit-ready operation under ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratories and satisfies traceability prerequisites for GLP and GMP environments.

Software & Data Management

The chamber is supplied with LabCompanion TC-Studio v3.2 control software, compatible with Windows 10/11 and supporting multi-user role-based access control. It provides full profile programming (up to 99 segments), real-time parameter visualization, automatic CSV export, and timestamped event logging—including door opening, alarm triggers, and setpoint changes. Optional Ethernet interface enables integration into centralized facility monitoring systems (BMS) and supports Modbus TCP protocol for SCADA interoperability. For regulated industries, the software package includes optional 21 CFR Part 11-compliant audit trail functionality, electronic signature enforcement, and password-protected configuration lockdown.

Applications

• Thermal cycling validation of aerospace avionics per DO-160 Section 4.5.
• High-temperature storage and low-temperature operational testing of Li-ion battery modules (UN 38.3 T1–T4).
• Material coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) characterization using embedded strain gauges or digital image correlation (DIC).
• Reliability screening of automotive ECUs under combined thermal shock and vibration (when integrated with shaker tables).
• Accelerated life testing of polymer encapsulants and conformal coatings per IPC-9701A.
• Pre-conditioning of optical sensors and MEMS devices prior to metrology calibration.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable sample weight inside the chamber?
The standard configuration supports up to 300 kg distributed evenly across the reinforced floor plate; optional heavy-duty shelving maintains 80 kg per level.
Can this chamber be used for humidity testing?
The base PS-1000-5 model is dry-temperature only; however, a humidity-enabled variant (PS-1000-5H) is available with steam humidifier, dehumidification coil, and RH control range of 10–98% RH at +20 °C to +85 °C.
Is remote monitoring supported out of the box?
Yes—standard RS485 interface enables Modbus RTU communication; Ethernet and Wi-Fi modules are available as factory-installed options.
Does the controller support custom alarm logic?
Yes—the TC-Studio software allows user-defined alarm conditions based on deviation thresholds, rate-of-change limits, or duration-based hold criteria.
What calibration documentation is provided?
Each unit ships with a NIST-traceable temperature mapping report (per ISO 17025) covering nine-point uniformity verification at −40 °C, +25 °C, and +85 °C, plus as-found/as-left calibration certificates for all embedded sensors.