Temperature chambers -80 °C to +360 °C

Temperature range

-80°C to +250°C
-80°C to +250°C
-50°C to +180°C

Load range

Up to 250 kN
Up to 2.5 kN

Advantages

Precise temperatures
Flexible extensometer integration
Flexible in use
Can be retrofitted

Industries

Universal

Temperature chambers, also referred to as thermal chambers, are an important component in quality assurance in many industries and play a crucial role in the assessment of quality, reliability and performance of products and materials under temperature conditions. Many standards require tests under temperature. The innovative temperature chambers from ZwickRoell guarantee a flexible testing system, specifically tailored to customer requirements, for materials and component testing in a load range up to 250 kN and a wide temperature range of -80 °C to +360 °C.
Our temperature chamber for temperatures ranging from -50 °C to +180 °C for small loads up to 2.5 kN provides a cost-effective option with a small footprint.

Applications Videos Advantages & features Technical data Optional accessories

Overview of temperature chambers
	250 °C AllroundLine temperature chamber	360 °C AllroundLine temperature chamber	zwickiLine temperature chamber
Temperature range	-80°C to +250°C	-80°C to +360°C	-50°C to +180°C
Load range	Up to 250 kN	Up to 250 kN	Up to 2.5 kN
Applications	Standard and engineering plastics, e.g. to ISO 527-1 and ASTM D638 Elastomers and rubber, e.g. to ASTM D412, ISO 37, ISO 23529 Composites only conditionally (e.g., with PA matrix)	Standard and engineering plastics, e.g. to ISO 527-1 and ASTM D638 Elastomers and rubber, e.g. to ASTM D412, ISO 37, ISO 23529 Composites (e.g. also with PEEK matrix and PTFE matrix) Tensile test on metals at elevated temperature ISO 6892-2, ASTM E21	Cost effective option for tensile, compression and flexure tests with low loads and a small footprint
Number of different sizes	5 sizes for optimal alignment to the application	1 size Test area (HWD): 900 x 460 x 740 mm	1 size Test area (HWD): 350 x 250 x 250 mm
Extensometer type and arrangement	Arrangement rear left One feedthrough Mechanical insert for sensor arm extensometers or glass insert for optical extensometers	Arrangement left or right 4 feedthroughs Mechanical inserts for sensor arm extensometers or glass inserts for optical extensometers	Flexible use of different clip-on extensometers in the chamber
Door-in-door	Available as an option	Included as standard	./.

Applications of the -80 °C to +360 °C temperature chamber

All system components used with the temperature chambers made by ZwickRoell are seamlessly compliant with each other. With the use of our testXpert testing software, operation of all system functions is ergonomic and intuitive. All data can be traceably documented with the test series. The temperature chamber is optimally integrated in the world of ZwickRoell extensometers. Reliable test results are guaranteed for both optical and sensor arm measurements. Our modular design allows optimum adaptation of the chamber to suit your needs. The large volume capacity of the chamber allows additional test area space for components testing.

Our temperature chambers up to +360 °C for the AllroundLine materials testing machine with a load range up to 250 kN are universal chambers that can be used for the following applications:

Applications for standard and engineering plastics

This thermal chamber, including all system components, covers the full temperature range for all standard and engineering plastics. Reliable test results, e.g. to ISO 527-1 and ASTM D638 are therefore guaranteed .

For example, you can measure plastics with pronounced yield strength with high precision using the videoXtens or the makroXtens and you can switch the crosshead travel measurement completely automatically without opening and closing the door.
If you need large measurement travel distances for plastics without pronounced yield point, an optical and mechanical version with lightXtens and longstroke extensometer is also available.

Applications for elastomers and rubber

The thermal chamber, including all system components, also covers the full temperature range for rubber and elastomers.

Large measurement travel distances for elastomers and rubber are handled with the lightXtens or the longstroke extensometer, giving you the flexibility of using optical or sensor arm measurements.
Standard compliant testing and temperature accuracy are ensured, for example, in accordance with ISO 23529, ISO 37 and ASTM D412.

Applications for composites

The temperature chamber, including all system components, covers the temperature range for most types of composites.

For composites with PEEK matrix for example, the temperature chamber up to 360 °C is suitable with corresponding specimen grips and tools.
We offer a comprehensive test tool portfolio for composites testing, which can be flexibly used with the temperature chamber.

Composites applications and test tools

Typical composite testing system for precise testing with the Z250 AllroundLine materials testing machine, temperature chamber and optical extensometer videoXtens

Typical plastics testing system for precise tests with AllroundLine materials testing machine Z010, temperature chamber with door-in-door feature for efficient specimen handling and extensometer

Typical rubber and elastomer testing system for high strains with AllroundLine materials testing machine (up to 5 kN), temperature chamber and lightXtens optical extensometer

$Metals testing system with temperature chamber up to 360 °C and optical extensometer$

Metals testing system with temperature chamber up to 360 °C and optical extensometer

Temperature chamber -50 °C to +180 °C up to 2.5 kN

One of our temperature chambers was specially designed for use with a zwickiLine materials testing machine to provide a cost-efficient option for small loads up to 2.5 kN and with a small footprint. You can use it to perform tensile, compression and flexure tests at specified temperatures within a range of -50 °C to +180 °C.

Cost-efficient temperature chamber with industrial standard Eurotherm controller
Equipped with RS 232 interface for operation with PC as standard
Ergonomic, CE-compliant design for simple, safe, and reliable operation
Flexible use of different clip-on extensometers
Easy removal of the temperature chamber

Temperature chamber for zwickiLine materials testing machine up to 2.5 kN and temperature range of -50 °C to +180 °C

Video: Temperature chamber in use

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Tensile test on plastics to ISO 527-1

Tensile test on plastic to ISO 527-1 in the temperature chamber from -80°C to +250°C. Material and components testing at temperature (in particular ISO 527-1, ASTM D638) on plastics, rubber, elastomers and fiber-reinforced composites with makroXtens extensometer.

Temperature chamber from -80°C to +250°C

Convenient and intuitive operation with testXpert III. Traceable test results and perfect integration of temperature chamber in the testing system.

Advantages and features

Reliable test results

Material or component characteristics are determined with the highest level of accuracy and in compliance with the standards. The
smallest test details become visible due to the unsurpassed measuring accuracy of this testing system.

The temperature chamber ensures accurate measurements with load cells and extensometers. Thanks to the innovative fan concept, characteristic values are free from influences caused by vibrations and convection.
Proper test performance can be easily demonstrated to customers and auditors. When combined with the testXpert testing software, the test results are repeatable and settings are traceable. Recording of the temperature sequence starts during the heating phase.
The position of the optical extensometer remains unaltered when changing to tests at ambient temperature by simply sliding the temperature out via guide rails.

Cost and time savings

State of the art technology guarantees maximum specimen throughput with minimal energy use:

The particularly high heating and cooling performance at low LN2 and power consumption lowers operating costs. In some cases, LN2 costs can be cut in half when compared to standard market solutions.
Specimen changes through the door-in-door minimize temperature losses and ice formation, significantly increasing specimen throughput.

Flexible in use

Based on its modular concept, the temperature chamber can be optimally adapted to your requirements.

Four lateral interfaces allow for the connection of several extensometers (optical and sensor arm) or a handling system for automated tests.
If the range of application needs to be extended, all options can be retrofitted on-site as required.
The large volume of the chamber also provides sufficient space for components testing and ensures consistent temperatures around the specimen.

Maximum operating convenience

The intuitive, fast, and workflow-based operation of all system components is guaranteed through our ZwickRoell testXpert testing software. By
loading the test program, the testing system including the temperature chamber is fully configured, in a traceable and operator-independent manner. All safety settings and tool distances are automatically set correctly, which ensures reliable test results and optimal protection for the user and testing system.

Through uniform operation of all products via testXpert, training efforts are reduced to a minimum.
testXpert allows you to automatically approach different force, strain and temperature levels in several sections.
With testXpert you can conveniently adjust the fan speed of the temperature chamber, ensuring reliable test results even with fragile specimens such as films.

More information on testXpert testing software

Precise temperature conditioning

The temperature chamber achieves extremely homogeneous and accurate conditions for the specimens throughout the entire volume of the chamber. This ensures the accuracy and repeatability of the test results.

The sophisticated air-feed system combined with precise and extremely stable temperature control guarantee spatial homogeneity and temporal stability of +/- 1 °C.
The optional close-proximity temperature sensor enables temperature control at the critical sensor location, for optimum test results. The practical holder allows fast and precise positioning of the sensor.

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Technical overview of the different temperature versions

Item No.	1090458
Temperature range	RT +10°C ... +360 °C
With LN₂ cooling system (option)	-80 ... +360 °C
Connection LN₂ (inner threads)¹	G 3/8
Coolant operating pressure	1.5 +/- 0.1	bar
Typical LN₂ consumption when: ²
Cooling from RT to -30 °C	8.5	l
Hold at -30 °C	9	l/h
Cooling to -80 °C	19	l
Hold at -80 °C	14	l/h
Rate of temperature change without load to EN 60068-3-5³
Heating mode from RT to 360°C	11.5	K/min
Corresponds to a warm-up time of:	23	min
Cooling mode from RT to -80 °C	5	K/min
Corresponds to a cool-off time of:	17	min
Temporal instability ⁴	+/- 1	°C
Local inhomogeneity ⁴	+/- 1	°C
Power supply	400	V, 3Ph/N/PE
Power frequency	50/60	Hz
Power consumption	7.2	kVA
Power supply cable	l = 4 m, with 5-pin CEE plug (16A)
Interface	RS 232 (requires a COM port on the PC)
Minimum version	As of testXpert III V1.6
Dimensions:
Test area:
Height	900	mm
Width	460	mm
Depth	740	mm
Inside of the door to the test axis	400	mm
Outer (distance to outer sides):
Height	1040	mm
Width	600	mm
Depth	1345	mm
Weight, approx. (without options)	230	kg
Design	Four openings (two left, two right), closed with dummy plug by default, for connection of extensometers, for example; door hinge on left; condensation drain included in connection unit
Overall noise level	< 68	dB(A)

The supply line connection also includes a G 3/8"-UNF 3/4"-16 adapter
Chamber closed, with typical equipment (100 kN specimen grips). During cooling: consumption between 10% and 90% of the temperature range to EN 60068-3-5
The rate of temperature change is determined between 10 % and 90 % of the specified range to EN 60068-3-5
To DAkkS/DKD R 5-7 Method C: expanded measurement uncertainty of the temperature measurement system +/- 1.5 K (basic chamber, no load)

Item No.	1022207	1022208	1022209	1022210	1022211
Temperature range	RT +10°C ... +250 °C
With LN₂ cooling system (option)	-80 ... +250 °C
Connection LN₂ (inner threads)¹	G 3/8	G 3/8	G 3/8	G 3/8	G 3/8
Coolant operating pressure	1.5 +/- 0.1	1.5 +/- 0.1	1.5 +/- 0.1	1.5 +/- 0.1	1.5 ± 0.1	bar
Typical LN₂ consumption when: ²
Cooling from RT to -30 °C	2.5	3	5	6	8.5	l
Hold at -30 °C	5	5	5.5	6	9	l/h
Cooling to -80 °C	6	9	13	14	19	l
Hold at -80 °C	8.5	8.5	8.5	11	14	l/h
Rate of temperature change without load to EN 60068-3-5³
Heating mode from RT to 250°C	12	12	7.5	13	9.5	K/min
Corresponds to a warm-up time of:	15	17	23	14	19	min
Cooling mode from RT to -80 °C	7	5.5	5	4.5	5	K/min
Corresponds to a cool-off time of:	12	14	16	19	17	min
Temporal instability ⁴	+/- 1	+/- 1	+/- 1	+/- 1	± 1	°C
Local inhomogeneity ⁴	+/- 1	+/- 1	+/- 1	+/- 1	± 1	°C
Power supply	400	400	400	400	400	V, 3Ph/N/PE
Power frequency	50/60	50/60	50/60	50/60	50/60	Hz
Power consumption	3.3	3.3	3.3	5.2	5.2	kVA
Power supply cable	l = 4 m, with 5-pin CEE plug (16A)
Interface	RS 232 (requires a COM port on the PC)
Minimum version	As of testXpert II V3.71 / testXpert III
Dimensions:
Test area:
Height	500	700	900	700	900	mm
Width	260	260	260	460	460	mm
Depth	445	445	445	655	655	mm
Inside of the door to the test axis	230	230	230	340	340	mm
Outer (distance to outer sides):
Height	640	840	1040	840	1040	mm
Width	400	400	400	600	600	mm
Depth	1015	1015	1015	1225	1225	mm
Weight, approx. (without options)	140	150	160	159	220	kg
Design	Arrangement of extensometer on the left rear side; door hinge to the left; condensation drain included in connection unit
Overall noise level	< 68	< 68	< 68	< 68	< 68	dB(A)

The supply line connection also includes a G 3/8"-UNF 3/4"-16 adapter
Chamber closed, with typical equipment (400 mm wide chamber: 10 kN specimen grips, 600 mm wide chamber: 100 kN specimen grips). During cooling: consumption between 10% and 90% of the temperature range to EN 60068-3-5
The rate of temperature change is determined between 10 % and 90 % of the specified range to EN 60068-3-5
To DAkkS/DKD R 5-7 Method C: expanded measurement uncertainty of the temperature measurement system +/- 1.5 K (basic chamber, no load)

Item No.	1014436
Design	Door hinge on left, controller installation on left side
Cooling system	LN₂ (liquid nitrogen)
Chamber control controller type	Eurotherm
Test temperature	-50 ... +180	°C
Ambient temperature	+10 ... +35	°C
Average heating rate (without loading)¹	5.5	°C/min
Average cooling rate (without loading)¹	2.5	°C/min
Dimensions:
External dimensions:
Height	500	mm
Width	700	mm
Depth	425	mm
Internal dimensions:
Height	350	mm
Width	250	mm
Depth	250	mm
Weight	45	kg
Noise level	55	dB(A)
Input supply voltage	230	V
Power consumption	1.5	kVA
Interface	RS 232 (requires a COM port on the PC)
Included in scope of delivery	Power supply cable Lower mounting stud Ø 20 mm Adaption to the zwickiLine

The specified values for heating and cooling as well as spatial and temporal fluctuations in temperature apply to a closed chamber without accessories.

Optional accessories for temperature chambers

Door-in-door safety door function

With the door-in-door concept, specimen changes or removal of a clip-on extensometer are very convenient, even at 360 °C. The heat is optimally shielded and the operator is protected. Minimal temperature variation results in shorter cycle times, reduced operating costs and reduced ice formation when in cooling mode.
The safety door function guarantees operator safety in accordance with European safety regulations, where the chamber door acts as a safety door with guard locking.

Specimen magazine with insertion aid

Start your test well-prepared

Fast, precise specimen change with the ZwickRoell specimen magazine – pre-heat or pre-cool your specimens in the temperature chamber. You can optimally align the specimen to the tensile axis using the corresponding insertion aid. The supplied insulation plate offers maximum comfort so you can use the magazine outside of the chamber.

Standard specimen magazines in our product range: to ASTM D638 Type I, ISO 527-2 Type 1A, ISO 527-2 Type 1B, ISO 527-2 Type 1BA, ISO 527-2 Type 1BB, ISO 6892-1 Type 1, ISO 6892-1 Type 2, ISO 37 Form 1, ISO 37 Form 1A, ISO 37 Form 2, ISO 37 Form 3, ISO 37 Form 4

Temperature control near the specimen

Very close to the specimen

The optional close-proximity temperature sensor enables temperature control at the critical sensor location, for optimum test results. The practical holder allows fast, precise sensor positioning.

Totally uniform, extremely accurate temperature control (+/- 1°C) ensures that your specimen is always at exactly the right temperature.

Do you need it to be colder or hotter?
Are you faced with new challenges for your temperature chamber?

We can adapt it to your requirements! Take advantage of our development engineers' many years of experience in implementing customized (in many cases industry-specific) solutions.

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Temperature Chambers