Xenon Arc Testing

Our xenon arc testing services simulate both direct outdoor sunlight and through-window-glass indoor exposure conditions. We provide controlled environmental testing combining UV exposure, moisture, and temperature to accurately replicate real-world conditions. Filtered xenon arc light sources and customizable filter combinations allow precise simulation of solar radiation under specific field conditions. Humidifiers provide moisture, while heaters manage temperature allowing our expert team to closely mimic natural, or accelerated weathering cycles.

We test a comprehensive range of materials requiring durability validation, from paints and coatings to polymeric materials for outdoor applications. Our expertise spans automotive and aerospace components, textiles for colorfastness, and inks for polymer damage assessment.

Using advanced weatherometers, we conduct accelerated exposure testing that compresses years of outdoor exposure into shorter timeframes. Our controlled testing environments ensure precise simulation of environmental conditions, delivering accurate degradation data for informed decision-making. Our testing methods are adaptable, with a range of xenon arc configurations and optical filters available to replicate your specific field service environment.

Our laboratories feature state-of-the-art xenon arc weatherometers utilizing long arc lamps, where the arc length exceeds the arc diameter, providing the closest approximation of full-spectrum solar radiation. These systems combine precision light filtering, humidity control, and temperature regulation for accurate environmental replication.

Our team operates from Materials Testing hubs across the world, providing global access to our expert capabilities. Find your nearest Materials Testing hub on our Locations Page.