# Accelerated Weathering Chamber - Link: https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/ - Published: 2024-06-17T08:59:57+05:30 - Author: chetanvarne # Accelerated Weathering Chamber 1. [Home](https://flexitest.in) 2. [Automotive](https://flexitest.in/automotive/) 3. Accelerated Weathering Chamber Automotive material durability ## Xenon and UV Weathering Chambers for Automotive Materials Assess how automotive plastics, coatings and trim respond to light, heat and moisture. Compare xenon arc and fluorescent UV chambers, from benchtop instruments to larger sample capacities, and select a configuration around your customer’s test method. #### Submit Your Details to Download Brochure! Name Email Phone Number Company Name Company Location By clicking the button, I agree and consent to the company’s [Privacy Policy](https://flexitest.in/privacy-policy) [Close ](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/#) [Request a chamber recommendation](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/#weathering-enquiry-panel) Share the standard, cycle and sample size. ![Accelereated weathring chamber scaled](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/ 2026/09/Accelereated-weathring-chamber-scaled.png "Accelerated Weathering Chamber 18") Choose by standard, light and workload ### Shortlist the right accelerated weathering tester First match the chamber to the required exposure method. Then compare sample capacity, utilities and the controls named in your customer’s test cycle. Broader filtered spectrum #### Xenon test chambers Choose xenon when the specification calls for filtered xenon arc exposure, especially for colour, gloss and appearance changes in automotive coatings, plastics and interior trim. * ASTM G155 * ISO 4892-2 * ISO 16474-2 * SAE J2412 * SAE J2527 [**SX/1000**9 positions · benchtop xenon](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/xenon-test-chamber-sx-1000/) [**SX/6500/H**63–65 positions · larger capacity](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/xenon-test-chamber-sx6500h/) UV-focused exposure #### UV weathering test chambers Choose fluorescent UV when the method specifies a UVA or UVB lamp with controlled temperature and moisture stages for coatings, polymers and exterior material screening. * ASTM G154 * ISO 4892-3 * ASTM D4587 [**ST UVA / UVB**48 positions · full-size chamber](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/uv-chamber-st-uva/) [**SB/UV/A**18 positions · benchtop UV](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/uv-chamber-benchtop-sb-uva/) Listed capacities use flat 150 × 70 mm specimens. Controls and repeats occupy positions; shaped components and other holders can change usable capacity. [Request a chamber recommendation ](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/#weathering-enquiry-panel) [Compare full specifications](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/#weathering-model-comparison) [ ☀️ Xenon vs UV Weathering Guide Application examples and a practical chamber selection checklist. [ 📋 Weathering Chamber RFQ Checklist Everything you need to specify before raising a quote — lamp, filter, cycle and utilities. ## Accelerated Weathering Chamber Solutions ![Xenon Test Chamber SX6500H](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SX- 6500H-1.webp "Accelerated Weathering Chamber 19") ## 󠀁[Xenon Test Chamber SX6500H](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/xenon-test-chamber-sx6500h/)󠁿 ![Benchtop Xenon Test Chamber SX/1000](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/ 04/SX-1000.webp "Accelerated Weathering Chamber 20") ## 󠀁[Benchtop Xenon Test Chamber SX/1000](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/xenon-test-chamber-sx-1000/)󠁿 ![UV Chamber ST UVA/ UVB](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ST-UVA-_- UVB.webp "Accelerated Weathering Chamber 21") ## 󠀁[UV Chamber ST UVA/ UVB](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/uv-chamber-st-uva/)󠁿 ![UV Chamber Benchtop SB UVA/ UVB](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/ 04/SB-UVA-_-UVB.webp "Accelerated Weathering Chamber 22") ## 󠀁[UV Chamber Benchtop SB UVA/ UVB](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/uv-chamber-benchtop-sb-uva/)󠁿 ## Testing Standards ## Which Standard Might Your Customer Specify? Standards give the laboratory a common way to run and report a test. The right one depends on the material, where it is used in the vehicle and the customer’s requirement. Here are the main references you may come across. ☀️ Xenon Arc ASTM G155 Operating xenon arc exposure equipment - the foundational method for xenon weathering test setup and operation. ☀️ Xenon Arc ISO 4892-2 Xenon exposure of plastics, including daylight and window-glass-filtered light conditions for interior and exterior applications. ☀️ Xenon Arc ISO 16474-2 Xenon arc exposure of paints and varnishes - method for colour and appearance change measurement under solar-simulated conditions. ☀️ Xenon Arc SAE J2412 / SAE J2527 Automotive interior trim (J2412) and exterior materials (J2527) - controlled-irradiance xenon arc methods widely specified by OEMs. 🔆 Fluorescent UV ASTM G154 / ISO 4892-3 Fluorescent UV exposure equipment (G154) and UV exposure of plastics (ISO 4892-3)- UVA or UVB lamp, irradiance and cycle specified. 🔆 Fluorescent UV ASTM D4587 UV and condensation exposure of paints and related coatings - fluorescent UV method for coating degradation and durability evaluation. 💡 **Have a customer standard to meet?** Share the standard, edition and required cycle with Flexitest. We'll check the proposed chamber's lamp, filter, controls and sample setup against that requirement before finalising the configuration. SAE and OEM programmes may also require specific equipment qualification. ## Compare Xenon Weathering Chambers Specification UV chambers · ST full-size UVA / UVB · SB benchtop UVA / UVB ← Swipe to compare all chambers → Compare Xenon & UV Weathering Chambers | ☀️ Xenon Arc Chambers | 🔆 Fluorescent UV Chambers | | Feature | SX/1000Benchtop | SX/6500/HFull-size | ST/UV/AFull-size · UVA / UVB | SB/UV/ABenchtop | | Light source | 1 × 1.8 kW air-cooled xenon lamp | 1 × 6.5 kW water-cooled xenon lamp | 8 × 40 W fluorescent UV lamps | 3 × 20 W fluorescent UV lamps | | Lamp options | Filter-based — daylight, window-glass or other | UVA 340 nm or UVB 313 nm | UVA 340 nm or UVB 313 nm | | Exposure area | 1,000 cm² | 6,500 cm² | — | — | | Sample capacity | 9 samples (150 × 70 mm) | 63–65 samples (150 × 70 mm) | 24 racks; 48 samples (150 × 70 mm) | 18 samples (150 × 70 mm) | | Sample arrangement | Flat sample holder | Rotating three-layer sample rack | Flat sample racks | Flat sample racks | | Rated power | 1.8 kW | 6.5 kW | 2 kW (max.) | 1.2 kW | | Power supply | Confirm with Flexitest | 220 V, 50 Hz; 60 Hz optional; max. 10 A | 220 V, 50 Hz, 6 A | | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Confirm with Flexitest | Confirm with Flexitest | 1,360 × 560 × 1,290 mm | 940 × 490 × 630 mm | | Model details | [View SX/1000 →](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/xenon-test-chamber-sx-1000/) | [View SX/6500/H →](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/xenon-test-chamber-sx6500h/) | [View ST UVA / UVB →](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/uv-chamber-st-uva/) | [View SB/UV/A →](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/uv-chamber-benchtop-sb-uva/) | ☀️ Xenon Arc ☀️ SX/1000 Xenon Arc — Benchtop Chamber Light source1 × 1.8 kW air-cooled xenon lamp Lamp optionsFilter-based — daylight or window-glass Exposure area1,000 cm² Sample capacity9 samples (150 × 70 mm) Sample arrangementFlat sample holder Rated power1.8 kW Power supplyConfirm with Flexitest DimensionsConfirm with Flexitest Model details[View SX/1000 →](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/xenon-test-chamber-sx-1000/) ☀️ SX/6500/H Xenon Arc — Full-size Chamber Light source1 × 6.5 kW water-cooled xenon lamp Lamp optionsFilter-based — daylight or window-glass Exposure area6,500 cm² Sample capacity63–65 samples (150 × 70 mm) Sample arrangementRotating three-layer sample rack Rated power6.5 kW Power supplyConfirm with Flexitest DimensionsConfirm with Flexitest Model details[View SX/6500/H →](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/xenon-test-chamber-sx6500h/) 🔆 ST/UV/A Fluorescent UV — Full-size · UVA / UVB Light source8 × 40 W fluorescent UV lamps Lamp optionsUVA 340 nm or UVB 313 nm Exposure area— Sample capacity24 racks; 48 samples (150 × 70 mm) Sample arrangementFlat sample racks Rated power2 kW (max.) Power supply220 V, 50 Hz; 60 Hz optional; max. 10 A Dimensions1,360 × 560 × 1,290 mm Model details[View ST UVA / UVB →](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/uv-chamber-st-uva/) 🔆 SB/UV/A Fluorescent UV — Benchtop Chamber Light source3 × 20 W fluorescent UV lamps Lamp optionsUVA 340 nm or UVB 313 nm Exposure area— Sample capacity18 samples (150 × 70 mm) Sample arrangementFlat sample racks Rated power1.2 kW Power supply220 V, 50 Hz, 6 A Dimensions940 × 490 × 630 mm Model details[View SB/UV/A →](https://flexitest.in/automotive/accelerated-weathering-chamber/uv-chamber-benchtop-sb-uva/) * Confirm the filter, irradiance measurement band, moisture cycle and utilities for your test method before ordering. Capacity is based on flat sample size; confirm holders for shaped components. ## FAQ's **Need help choosing a weathering chamber?**Tell us your material, test method and sample size. We’ll help you compare the available configurations. Which weathering test standards apply to automotive plastics, paints and coatings? **Start with the material and your customer’s specification.** For plastics, ISO 4892-2 covers xenon-arc exposure and ISO 4892-3 covers fluorescent UV exposure. For paints and varnishes, ISO 16474-2 covers xenon exposure; ASTM D4587 covers fluorescent UV and condensation exposure of paints and related coatings. ASTM G155 and ASTM G154 describe operating xenon and fluorescent UV apparatus respectively. The standard number is only part of the requirement: the specified cycle, exposure duration and method of assessing deterioration must also be agreed. This helps you select equipment that can run the test your customer actually needs. What is the difference between SAE J2412 and SAE J2527? **SAE J2412 is for automotive interior trim; SAE J2527 is for exterior materials.** Both use controlled-irradiance xenon-arc exposure. Dashboard and door-trim materials face a different environment from exterior mouldings or painted surfaces, so the filter and exposure cycle matter. For an SAE or vehicle-manufacturer requirement, send Flexitest the exact standard, edition and material specification. We can review the proposed chamber configuration against the required controls and sample arrangement, including any equipment-qualification requirements. A general xenon capability should not be treated as automatic approval for a specific automotive programme. Should I choose a xenon-arc chamber or a fluorescent UV chamber? **Choose the exposure your test method calls for.** Filtered xenon provides a broader light spectrum and is useful when colour and appearance changes under sunlight are central to the test. Fluorescent UV focuses on ultraviolet exposure and can help compare deterioration such as cracking or chalking in plastics and coatings. For example, ISO 4892-2 calls for xenon exposure of plastics, while ISO 4892-3 uses fluorescent UV. UVA-340 and UVB-313 lamps also produce different spectra: they are not interchangeable shortcuts to a faster result. Match the lamp, filter and cycle to the specified method before comparing chamber size or price. Which Flexitest weathering chambers should I consider for my required standard? **The Flexitest range includes both xenon and fluorescent UV options.** Compare the SX/1000 benchtop xenon chamber and SX/6500/H for xenon-based requirements. For fluorescent UV exposure, compare the full-size ST chamber, available with UVA-340 or UVB-313 lamps and condensation and water-spray cycles, with the benchtop SB chamber. The model choice depends on the complete test requirement, not just the standard’s name. Share the specified edition and cycle so Flexitest can check the lamp or filter, light-intensity control, temperature and moisture stages, and specimen holders. This review connects the required automotive application with a suitable chamber configuration before you place an order. What test settings should I check besides the standard number? **Ask for the complete exposure cycle.** It should identify the lamp or optical filter, irradiance—the light intensity at the specimen—the temperature control, and any humidity, spray or condensation stages. Where the method specifies a black- panel or black-standard temperature sensor, confirm that requirement as well as the temperature setting. Also agree the exposure endpoint and inspection intervals. Two reports labelled “ ASTM G155” can describe different operating conditions, so their results are not automatically comparable. Recording the actual settings gives your laboratory and customer a clear basis for reviewing the test. How long should a weathering test run, and can test hours predict years outdoors? **The customer’s specification or development plan sets the exposure endpoint.** It may be expressed as elapsed hours or a specified radiant exposure—the accumulated light energy per unit area at the specimen—depending on the method. Agree this before testing, together with when samples will be inspected. There is no universal conversion such as “1,000 chamber hours equals five years outdoors.” Material formulation, climate and the laboratory cycle all affect the relationship. Accelerated testing is valuable for comparing materials and checking a defined requirement; a service-life prediction needs supporting laboratory and outdoor evidence for the particular material. What should we measure after exposure, and what counts as a pass? **Measure the changes that matter to the component’s end use.** For visible trim or paint, this may mean colour change, gloss retention, chalking or cracking. For a plastic component, the programme may also require a check of strength or other relevant properties after exposure. Record the starting condition and assess exposed specimens using the agreed methods. Include reference materials and repeat specimens where required. ASTM G155 and G154 do not provide one universal automotive pass/fail limit: acceptance criteria come from the applicable material specification or your customer. The chamber creates the exposure; the agreed evaluations establish the result. How should I size a chamber for my samples and daily workload? **Start with specimen size, the number of materials to compare and the required test duration.** For flat 150 × 70 mm specimens, the listed capacities are 9 for SX/1000, 63–65 for SX/6500/H, 48 for ST/UV/A and 18 for SB/UV/A. Reserve positions for controls and repeat specimens. Shaped parts, different holders and the spacing needed for exposure can reduce usable capacity. To plan daily workload, count how many specimens must run together and how long each test cycle occupies the chamber. A chamber with enough positions for one batch may still be too small for overlapping programmes. Share your sample dimensions, daily workload and customer standard, including its edition and required exposure cycle. Flexitest can confirm a suitable chamber, lamp, filter and holder setup against that requirement. ST offers UVA or UVB lamp options; select the lamp specified by the test method. ## Request a chamber recommendation Share your material, customer standard or test cycle, sample dimensions and expected workload. Flexitest can review suitable xenon and UV chamber configurations. Name Email Phone Number State Company Name Material, standard and sample details (optional)