Vibration Rated Thermal Vacuum Systems
Standard Specs
- Control temperature setpoints and ramp rates from -180°C to +200°C
- Vacuum levels down to 10-7 torr range
- Designed to withstand 300hz in both X and Y directions.
- Spare ports and with multiple feedthrough options
- Calibrated vacuum gauges
- Roughing vacuum pump
- Turbo pump with optional gate valve and bypass pumping setup
- Viewport on door
- Vent and purge valves
- Vacuum Cycle Controller with:
- Customizable recipes
- Full integration with valves and gauges
- Automated vacuum and temperature control
- Data logging and remote access
Optional Features:
Chamber Size
- 11" ID x 6" D, Round
- 11" ID x 12" D, Round (1 GAL Bucket)
- 15" ID x 20" D, Round (5 GAL Bucket)
- 35" ID x 40" D, Round (55 GAL Drum)
- 14" Cube
- 18" Cube
- 24" Cube
- 36" Cube
- 48" Cube
- Custom Cuboid
Chamber Material
- Acrylic (Rounds Only)
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
Thermal Source
Thermal Plate
Thermal Shroud
Vacuum Level
- Rough Vacuum (Ambient to 1 Torr)
- Medium Vacuum (1 Torr to 10E-3 Torr)
- High Vacuum (10E-3 Torr to 10E-7 Torr)
- Ultra High Vacuum (10E-8 Torr and Beyond)
Feedthroughs
- Optical feedthroughs (Viewports)
- Thermocouple Feedthroughs
- Power Feedthroughs
- RF, SMA, and Coaxial Feedthroughs
- Ethernet and USB Feedthroughs
- Rotary Feedthroughs
- Sample Manipulation Feedthroughs (Motion)
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Description on Vibration Rated Thermal Vacuum Systems:
Our Vibration Rated TVAC System is an advanced environmental testing system designed to subject products to simulated transit and space-like conditions. It integrates both vibration testing and thermal vacuum testing to replicate the dynamic forces and temperature extremes that components may experience during transport or launch operations.
Key Features:
Vibration Simulation: The system can simulate various vibration profiles, including sinusoidal, random, and mixed-mode vibrations, to match the stresses encountered during transportation or launch events. It ensures that the product can withstand mechanical shocks, vibrations, and accelerations that might occur during its transit, be it by land, air, or space.
Thermal Vacuum Chamber: The TVAC chamber provides a controlled environment where both extreme temperatures and vacuum conditions can be applied to the product. This is essential for testing items meant to operate in space, where they will face both very low and very high temperatures while also being exposed to the vacuum of space.
Temperature Range: The system can simulate a wide temperature range, from cryogenic conditions (as low as -150°C) to heat (up to +200°C or more), to test the product’s ability to function under thermal stress.
Vacuum Conditions: The chamber creates a high vacuum, mimicking the outer space environment or conditions similar to high-altitude transportation. The vacuum level can typically be reduced to roughly 10E-6 Torr, which is essential for testing components that must operate in near-zero pressure environments.
Data Acquisition and Control Systems: The system is equipped with advanced sensors and data acquisition tools to monitor temperature, pressure, and vibration levels. These tools allow precise control of the environmental conditions and the ability to record test data for analysis.
Customizable Profiles: Users can input custom vibration and thermal profiles to replicate specific transit or operational conditions, whether they are for satellites, military hardware, or high-performance automotive parts.
Safety and Compliance: Designed with safety and compliance in mind, the system meets relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO, MIL-STD, and ASTM) for vibration, thermal, and vacuum testing.
Applications:
Spacecraft and Satellites: Ensures that space-bound components can survive the rigors of launch, transport, and operational conditions in outer space.
Aerospace and Military Equipment: Tests components meant for military or aerospace applications, ensuring they can withstand the stresses of transit and use in extreme environments.
Automotive and Consumer Electronics: Verifies the durability of products, particularly those that will be exposed to significant shocks, vibration, or extreme temperatures during transport.
Packaging and Shipping Industry: Validates the effectiveness of packaging materials and design in protecting sensitive products during transit.
Benefits:
Enhanced Reliability: Ensures that products are tested to meet high standards of durability and reliability, reducing the risk of failures during real-world transit or operational use.
Comprehensive Testing: Combines multiple environmental tests (vibration, thermal, vacuum) into one system for efficient and thorough product validation.
Regulatory Compliance: Helps manufacturers comply with industry standards for environmental and transit testing, which is crucial for sectors like aerospace and military.