Sand & Dust Test Specifications are designed to test a component's resistance to a dust-filled environment.
Sand & Dust create a harsh environment for chassis, under-hood, and exterior mounted devices; and can be a long term problem in interior locations (such as under the dash and seats in automobiles). Exposure to fine dust causes problems with moving parts, forms conductive bridges and acts as an absorbent material for the collection of water vapor. Some electromechanical components may be able to tolerate fine dust, but larger particles affect or totally inhibit mechanical action.
There are two basic kinds of sand & dust testing: Blowing Sand and Dust, and Settling. Cascade TEK performs both types of tests.
SETTLING SAND & DUST - SAE, IEC, RTCA Protocols
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RTCA DO-160 Section 12 Category D and S |
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SAE J1455, 4.7.3 |
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IEC 60529, IP5X, IP6X |
BLOWING SAND & DUST - MIL-STD 810F
Cascade TEK's Blowing Sand and Dust Chamber has the unique ability record test temperature, humidity, wind speed AND particle concentration values in REAL TIME. Measuring all test parameters in real time is unique and unlike any other sand and dust test data available. It ensures the product is properly exposed to the blowing conditions required by MIL-STD 810.
OTHER TESTING SERVICES
In addition to our Blowing Sand and Dust Chamber, Cascade TEK also provides Water Ingress Testing services. To find out more about we can do for you, click here
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