How to Increase the Shelf-Life of the Salt Spray Chamber?

In the metal industry, the major concern for most manufacturers is that the metals get corroded over time and thus cause permanent failure to the products. Thus to overcome this problem, we at Testronix Testing Instruments have come up with a salt spray chamber that will help you to measure the corrosion resistance properties of metals. The Stainless Steel (Digital) model of this lab testing equipment has been equipped with features like inbuilt temperature control settings, temperature and timer functions, and many more amazing features that will let you operate this lab testing equipment more efficiently.

In this blog, we are going to provide you with information about how you can easily increase the shelf-life of this amazing testing instrument. So, let us get started.

What is the salt spray test and why you should conduct it?

The corrosion-resistant property of the metals depicts the ability of the material to withstand the changing weather condition. The materials with high corrosion-resistant properties are highly ductile and are really strong. Thus, to ensure the quality of metals, you need to conduct a salt spray test. In the metal industry, when metal gets exposed to different types of climatic conditions, and chemical fumes, then it can cause corrosion of components and parts. Hence, with the use of a salt spray chamber, you can easily analyze the quality of the material. It comes with high-grade construction and heavy laser-cut stainless steel that makes this product more durable.

The salt spray chamber test will be conducted in order to determine the quality of materials and provide you with complete flexibility for testing the effect of corrosion among metals. While conducting the salt spray test, you need to follow a proper set of instructions to achieve accurate testing results with ease.

The salt spray chamber plays a vital role in the quality assurance of materials. Thus, by conducting this test with the help of this amazing testing machine, you will be able to deliver more quality testing instruments.

Features of Testronix salt spray chamber (Stainless steel –digital)

There are many features you will get with the Testronix salt spray chamber (Stainless steel –digital) model. We have created a list of these features below.

• Inbuilt temperature settings
• Salt Spray Test feature to enable parameters according to test sample
• Temperature and timer functions are inbuilt to set all test parameters accurately
• Robust Construction with stainless steel body
• Less maintenance and easy to operate model
• Stainless steel Corrosion-resistant body as per ASTM B117
• The simple placement of samples with extra hooks
• Users can control PID settings through the Advanced Hysteresis setting
• The angle of Canopy was maintained in order to restrict the flow of droplets directly on the test sample as per ASTM B117 standards
• Leakproof Hood and 100% insulation to provide accurate results

Technical Specifications of Testronix salt spray chamber (Stainless steel –digital)

• Construction: Inside Tank & Canopy Heavy Grade Laser Cut 316 Grade Stainless Steel (certified)
• Latest Technology Atomiser Timer
• Chamber Temperature: Ambient to 35 +/- 2 °C
• Test air pressure 0.7Kg/cm² - 1.2Kg/cm²
• Power 220V, Single phase, 50 Hz, 15 A
• Ph Value of salt solution 6.5 to 7.2 pH
• 45-degree angle canopy
• Sample viewing window

Optional accessories:

1. Air saturator- to saturate the air inside the chamber for compliance with ASTM B117
2. Fog collection unit
3. pH meter- to check the pH of salt solution
4. Pneumatic opening of canopy for ease in operation
5. Inside Dimensions: L x B x   H

- 260 LTR: 800 x 520 x 580 mm

- 475 LTR: 950 x 750 x 750 mm

Tips to increase the shelf-life of Testronix salt spray chamber

• Whenever you conduct the test with the help of this testing machine, then you should clean the salt solution sponge filter properly.
• You should clean the tip of the Atomizer after every 400 hours of the test.
• Reservoir Tank should be cleaned quarterly.
• Clean the Air Line Filter after 200 hours of the test.
• The Main Chamber tank should be cleaned twice a year.
• Clean the solution line by providing a high amount of pressure on a quarterly basis.

With proper cleaning and maintenance, you will be able to increase the shelf-life of the Testronix salt spray chamber. If you need any further help then you can easily give us a call at +91 9313140140 to get direct assistance on your queries. You can even mail us at info@testronixinstruments.com  regarding salt spray chamber price, working, or any other queries. We will revert you back as soon as we get your mail.