Carbon Arc Aging Tester

Overview

The Carbon Arc Aging Tester is designed to simulate natural environmental conditions such as sunlight, heat, and rain to evaluate material durability. By using a high-energy carbon arc light source and integrated water spray system, it accelerates the natural aging process of materials. This makes it ideal for testing fading, yellowing, loss of strength, and other physical property changes that occur during long-term outdoor or indoor exposure.

Compared to natural exposure, the tester provides a faster, more consistent, and repeatable evaluation of material aging performance.

Working Principle

The tester uses carbon arc discharge light generated by alternating current. Two carbon rods (upper thick rod, lower thin rod) form an arc when energized, producing a spectrum of light that closely simulates natural sunlight after passing through a filter lens.

The drive device ensures the carbon rods maintain a stable gap, keeping the arc voltage and current within standard limits. A sprinkler system simulates rainfall, enabling weather-resistance evaluation under combined light, heat, and moisture conditions.

Standards Compliant

The Carbon Arc Aging Tester meets multiple international standards for weather resistance testing:

• JIS: A1415, L 0842, B7753, D0205, G3312, H86885, K2246, K5400, Z9117
• ISO: 4892-1
• ASTM: G23
• AATCC, NCCA

Key Features

Smart Control System

• 7-inch color LCD touch screen
• Microcomputer-based system with control, detection, calculation, and data display
• Programmable test parameters (irradiance, temperature, humidity)

Advanced Software Functions

• Supports complex custom programs and simple pre-set tests
• Step-by-step parameter programming for precise test simulation
• Intuitive interface with clear icons

Multi-Safety Protection

• Protection for current, voltage, temperature, water flow, and leakage
• Monitors water quality and operating stability
• Ensures both operator and equipment safety

Large Test Capacity

• Holds up to 75 samples at once
• Rotating sample holder ensures uniform exposure
• Large experimental chamber with stable test conditions

Imported Carbon Arc Lamp

• High-quality imported lamp components
• Long lifespan, stable performance, and repeatable results

Applications

The Carbon Arc Aging Tester is widely used across industries for weather resistance and aging performance testing:

• Plastics & polymers
• Paints, coatings, and inks
• Packaging materials
• Automotive components
• Pigments & dyes
• Textiles and fabrics
• Research, quality control, and third-party testing labs

It is ideal for new product development, quality assurance, performance verification, and regulatory compliance.

Configuration Parameter

Standard Configuration

• Filter
• Blackboard thermometer test
• Upper Carbon rod
• Lower Carbon rod
• Sample holder

Optional Accessories

• Pure water machine
• Air compressor
• Gray color card

Technical Parameters