- LOW PRESSURE TEST
- HIGH/LOW TEMPERATURE TEST
- TEMPERATURE SHOCK TEST
- SOLAR RADIATION TEST
- RAIN TEST
- HUMIDITY TEST
- SALT FOG TEST
- SAND AND DUST TEST
- ACCELERATION TEST
- VIBRATION, SHOCK, SHIP DECK TEST
- SHOCK (DROP) TEST
- ICING / FREEZING TEST
- ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE TEST
- HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE TEST
- STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AND TIGHTNESS TEST
- MOBILE HIGH/LOW TEMPERATURE TEST
- STACK TEST
Environmental Conditions Test Request
Environmental tests are carried out to examine the resistance and performance of subsystems and systems used for military and civilian purposes against the environmental conditions they may be exposed to during their life cycle.
TÜBİTAK SAGE Environmental Test Laboratory is accredited by Turkish Accreditation Agency (TURKAK) according to TS EN ISO/IEC 17025 standard with respect to after mentioned tests. Accreditation scope and certificate of laboratory is accessible at www.turkak.org.tr .
Low Pressure Test
The Low Pressure (Altitude) Test is performed to determine whether the tested specimen can withstand a low pressure environment and/or can operate at low pressure and/or can withstand sudden pressure changes. The specimen placed in the test chamber is subjected to the pressure conditions that it may encounter under actual conditions of use. During and/or at the end of the test, the specimen is physically inspected and checked for functionality and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards that comply with the technical specifications of low pressure cabinets. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 500 standard.
Technical Specifications
Low Pressure Cabinet - I
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm x 1,500 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 2,000 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +100°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 20 to % 80 relative humidity
- Operating pressure range: Atmospheric pressure up to 10 mbar
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 5 RH
- Pressure accuracy: ±% 3
- Ability to perform a rapid pressure drop procedure (drop from 752 mbar to 188mbar in maximum 15 seconds)
Low Pressure Cabinet - II
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm
- Sample weight Maximum 1,000 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +100°C
- Operating humidity range: % 20 to % 80 relative humidity
- Operating pressure range: Atmospheric pressure up to 1 mbar
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 5 RH
- Pressure accuracy: ±% 3
- Ability to perform a rapid pressure drop procedure (drop from 752 mbar to 188mbar in maximum 15 seconds)
Low Pressure Cabinet - III
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 2,000 mm x 2,000 mm x 4,500 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 5,000 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +100°C
- Operating humidity range: % 20 to % 80 relative humidity
- Operating pressure range: Atmospheric pressure up to 1 mbar
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 4 relative humidity
- Pressure accuracy: ±% 2.5
- Ability to perform a rapid pressure drop procedure (drop from 752 mbar to 188mbar in maximum 15 seconds)
High/Low Temperature Test
High and Low Temperature Tests are performed to determine the reliability, integrity and performance of the sample under high and low temperature conditions. The specimen is placed in the test cabinet and kept for an appropriate period of time under the appropriate high or low temperature conditions that it may encounter in actual use and / or storage conditions. During and/or at the end of the test, the sample is physically examined and checked for functionality, and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards that are appropriate to the technical specifications of the air conditioning cabinets. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 501 and Method 502 standards.
Technical Specifications
Air Conditioning Cabinet - I
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 2,000 mm x 5,500 mm x 2,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 3,500 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +90°C
- Operating humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 3 to 5 RH
Air Conditioning Cabinet - II
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 250 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +150°C
- Operating humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 3 to 5 RH
- Ability to perform ESS tests (with minimum temperature change rates of 10°C/min)
Air Conditioning Cabinet - III
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 900 mm x 1,000 mm x 2,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 250 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +150°C
- Operating humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 3 to 5 RH
(Drive-In) Air Conditioning Cabinet
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 5,000 mm x 5,000 mm x 10,000 mm (There are two separate cabinets with these dimensions. 5.000 mm x 5.000 mm x 21.300 mm can also be used as a single cabinet).
- Specimen weight: Up to 65,000 kg (Moving trolley capacity 5,000 kg)
- Operating temperature range: -70°C to +125°C
- Operating humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 4 relative humidity
- Exhaust outlet and conditioned fresh air inlet for Hot/Cold Start of engines
Temperature Shock Test
The Temperature Shock Test is performed to determine the ability of the test specimen to withstand sudden temperature changes (>10°C/min) in its environment without physical damage or reduction in operating performance. The specimen is placed in the test chamber and subjected to the temperature shock conditions that it may encounter under actual conditions of use. During and / or at the end of the test, the physical examination and functionality of the sample is checked and any errors, if any, are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards that are appropriate to the technical specifications of the air conditioning cabinets. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 503 standard.
Technical Specifications
Air Conditioning Cabinet - I
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 900 mm x 1,000 mm x 2,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 250 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +150°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 3 to 5 RH
Air Conditioning Cabinet - II
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 2,000 mm x 5,500 mm x 2,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 3,500 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +90°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 3 to 5 RH
Air Conditioning Cabinet - III
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 250 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +150°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 10 to % 98 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 3 to 5 RH
- Ability to perform ESS tests (with minimum temperature change rates of 10°C/min)
Air Conditioning Cabinet - IV
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,300 mm x 700 mm x 900 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 150 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +150°C
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Ability to perform thermal shock testing between hot and cold compartments (within 1 minute maximum)
(Drive-In) Air Conditioning Cabinet
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 5,000 mm x 5,000 mm x 10,000 mm (There are two separate cabinets with these dimensions)
- Specimen weight: Up to 65,000 kg (Moving trolley capacity 5,000 kg)
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +90°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 4 relative humidity
- Ability to perform a thermal shock test with a movable trolley between hot and cold compartments (within 1 minute at most)
- Ability to test in a cabinet with a minimum temperature change rate of 10°C/min
- Exhaust outlet and conditioned fresh air inlet for Hot/Cold Start of engines
Solar Radiation Test
The Solar Radiation Test is carried out to determine the effects of solar radiation-induced heating and actinic (light-induced degradation) on the test specimen. The specimen is placed in the test chamber and subjected to the solar radiation conditions that it may encounter under actual conditions of use. During and/or at the end of the test, the specimen is physically inspected and checked for functionality and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards that comply with the technical specifications of the Solar Radiation chamber.
Technical Specifications
(Drive-In) Solar Radiation Cabinet (Not yet operational.)
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 4,000 mm x 4,000 mm x 10,000 mm
- Area of influence (W x D): 3,000 mm x 8,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 65,000 kg
- Operating radiant power range: 55W/m² to 1,120W/m²
- Operating temperature range: -10°C to +60°C (solar lamps off) +10°C to +60°C (solar lamps on)
- Operating humidity range: % 10 to % 95 RH (solar lamps off). % 10 to % 60 RH (solar lamps on)
- Radiation accuracy: ±% 4 or ±15W/m² (whichever is greater)
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Humidity accuracy: ±% 4 relative humidity
- Exhaust outlet and conditioned fresh air inlet for Hot/Cold Start of engines
Rain Test
Rain Test, when the test specimen is exposed to rain, water spray or dripping water;
- The effectiveness of the protective coating, box and seals in preventing water from entering the test specimen,
- The extent to which the test specimen meets the performance requirements during and after exposure to water,
- Any deterioration of the test specimen caused by rain,
- The performance of any type of water drainage system in the test specimen,
- The effectiveness of the protection provided to the test specimen by the packaging
to determine the rainfall conditions. The specimen is placed in the test chamber and subjected to the rain conditions that it may encounter under actual conditions of use. During and/or at the end of the test, the specimen is physically examined and checked for functionality, and any defects are recorded. Tests can be performed according to all military and civilian standards that are appropriate to the technical specifications of the sprinkler cabinets. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 506 standard.
Technical Specifications
Rain Test Chamber - I
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 2,000 mm x 2,000 mm x 5,500 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 3,500 kg
- Water pressure At least 276 kPa
Rain Test Chamber - II
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,000 mm x 900 mm x 900 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 500 kg
- Wind speed 18 m/s
- Ability to perform drip test
(Drive-In) Rain Test Chamber - III
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 5,000 mm x 6,200 mm x 11,700 mm
- Largest Test Pen dimensions (H x W x D): 3,500 mm x 3,500 mm x 9,000 mm
- Specimen weight: Up to 65,000 kg (Moving trolley capacity 5,000kg)
- Water pressure: at least 276 kPa
- Exhaust outlet and fresh air intake for engines
Humidity Test
The Humidity Test is performed to determine the effects of humid and hot environment on the strength of the test specimen. The specimen is placed in the test cabinet and kept for an appropriate period of time under conditions suitable for the humidity conditions it may encounter in actual use and/or storage conditions. During and/or at the end of the test, the specimen is physically examined and checked for functionality and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards that are appropriate to the technical specifications of the air conditioning cabinets. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 507 standard.
Technical Specifications
Air Conditioning Cabinet - I
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 2,000 mm x 5,500 mm x 2,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 3,500 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +90°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 3 to 5 RH
Air Conditioning Cabinet - II
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 250 kg
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +150°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 10 to % 98 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 3 to 5 RH
(Drive-In) Air Conditioning Cabinet
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 5,000 mm x 5,000 mm x 10,000 mm (There are two separate cabinets with these dimensions)
- Specimen weight: Up to 65,000 kg (Moving trolley capacity 5,000kg)
- Operating temperature range: -70°C to +125°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 10 to % 95 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±% 4 relative humidity
- Exhaust outlet and conditioned fresh air inlet for Hot/Cold Start of engines
Salt Fog Test
The Salt Fog Test is performed to determine the effectiveness of protective coatings and machined surfaces of test specimens and to determine the effects of salt deposits on the physical and electrical properties of the test specimen. The specimen is placed in a test chamber and exposed to a salt fog environment. At the end of the test, the specimen is physically examined and checked for functionality, and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all kinds of military and civilian standards that comply with the technical specifications of Salt Fog cabinets. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 509 standard.
Technical Specifications
Salt Fog Test Chamber - I
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,200 mm x 3,000 mm x 1,300 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 300 kg
- Operating temperature range: Ambient temperature to +35°C
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
Salt Fog Test Chamber - II
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,000 mm x 1,500 mm x 500 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 220 kg
- Operating temperature range: Ambient temperature to +35°C
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
(Drive-In) Salt Fog Test Chamber - III
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 3,000 mm x 3,000 mm x 10,000 mm
- Specimen weight: Up to 10,000 kg (Moving trolley capacity 5,000 kg)
- Operating temperature range: -25°C to +50°C
- Operating relative humidity range: % 40 to % 55 relative humidity
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Relative humidity accuracy: ±4°C
- Exhaust outlet and conditioned fresh air inlet for Hot/Cold Start of engines
Sand and Dust Testing
The Sand and Dust Test is performed to examine the integrity and performance of specimens stored and/or used in sandy and dusty environments under these conditions. The specimen is placed in the test cabinet and subjected to the sand and dust conditions that it may encounter under actual storage and/or use conditions. During and/or at the end of the test, the specimen is physically inspected and checked for functionality, and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards in accordance with the technical specifications of the sand/dust cabinet.
Technical Specifications
Sand/Dust Cabinet
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 2,200 mm x 10,000 mm x 2,200 mm
- Specimen weight Maximum 5,000 kg
- Operating temperature range: +20°C to +70°C
- Sand concentration range: 0.18 g/cm³ to 2.7 g/cm³
- Dust concentration range: 10.5 g/cm³ ± 7 g/cm³
- Wind speed range: 1.5 m/s to 18.5 m/s
- Relative humidity range: ≤% 30
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
Acceleration Test
Acceleration Test is performed to determine how material reliability, integrity and performance are affected against steady-state inertial loads that may arise from platform accelerations, decelerations and maneuvers. The specimen placed in the test device is kept for an appropriate period of time under acceleration conditions that it may encounter under structural/functional/collision conditions. During and/or at the end of the test, the specimen is physically inspected and checked for functionality and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards in accordance with the technical specifications of the acceleration device. In particular, many tests have been performed in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 513 standard.
Technical Specifications
Acceleration Device
- Acceleration range: 3 g to 100 g
- 100 g with 10 kg load
- 75g with 400 kg load
- 10g with 000 kg load
- Centrifugal arm radius: 4,850 mm
- Ability to measure acceleration on the test specimen
- Ability to check the test specimen for functionality during testing
- 48 channel electrical Slip-Ring connection
- 6 channels Fluid Rotary Joint (oil, fuel, compressed air, etc.) connection
- 3 channel fiber optic connection
- 1 channel ethernet connection
Vibration, Shock, Ship Deck Test
Vibration, Shock and Ship Deck Equipment Mechanical Vibration Tests are performed to determine how vibration or shock-induced loadings to which the test specimen may be subjected during its life cycle affect material reliability, integrity and performance. Strength conditions and loads are determined using military/civilian standards or information obtained from data collection under actual or near-actual operating conditions of the test specimen. Tests are carried out in a laboratory environment using shakers, vibration/shock tester controller, accelerometers and, if necessary, a portable conditioning cabinet. During and/or at the end of the test, the sample is physically inspected and checked for functionality and any defects are recorded. Tests can be performed according to all military and civilian standards that comply with the technical specifications of Vibration/Shock test equipment. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G (Method 514, Method 516, Method 528), MIL-STD-167-1/A standards.
Technical Specifications
Vibration/Shock Tester - I
- Random / sine force: 70,000 N
- Shock force 140.000 N
- Frequency band range: 4-2,000 Hz
- Maximum displacement (pk-pk): 76 mm
- Top speed (sine/random/shock): 2/2/3 m/s
- Peak acceleration (sine/random/shock): 85/85/110 g
- Sliding table dimensions: 1,200 mm x 1,200 mm
- Sliding table carrying capacity: 10,000 kg
- Static load lifting capacity: 1,000 kg
Vibration/Shock Tester - II
- Random / sine force: 20.000 N
- Shock force 40.000 N
- Frequency band range: 4-2,000 Hz
- Highest displacement (pk-pk): 76mm
- Top speed (sine/random/shock): 2/2/3/3.5 m/s
- Peak acceleration (sine/random/shock): 90/90/150 g
- Static load lifting capacity: 300 kg
(Ex-Proof) Vibration/Shock Tester - III
- Random / sine force: 200.000 N
- Shock force 400.000 N
- Frequency bandwidth: 1-2,000 Hz
- Highest displacement (pk-pk): 76mm
- Top speed (sine/random/shock): 2/2/2/2.5 m/s
- Peak acceleration (sine/random/shock): 85/85/100 g
- Static load lifting capacity: 2,000 kg
- Sliding table dimensions: 1,200 mm x 1,750 mm
- Sliding table carrying capacity: 10,000 kg
Shock (Drop) Test
The Drop Test is performed to examine the structural integrity, safety and performance of the test specimen in the event of drops that may occur during transportation, handling and benchtop operations. The specimen is dropped from distances that it may encounter during transportation, handling and benchtop operation. At the end of the test, the specimen is physically inspected and checked for functionality and any defects are recorded. The Drop Test can be performed in accordance with all military and civilian standards in accordance with the technical specifications. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 516 and MIL-STD-648D/E standards.
Icing / Freezing Test
The Frost/Freeze Test is performed to determine the functional performance of the test specimen exposed to frost. The specimen is placed in the test chamber and subjected to the icing conditions that it may encounter under actual conditions of use. During and/or at the end of the test, the specimen is physically inspected and checked for functionality and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards that comply with the technical specifications of the icing/freezing chamber.
Technical Specifications
(Drive-In) Icing/Freezing Rain Test Chamber
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 4,500 mm x 4,500 mm x 10,000 mm
- Specimen weight: Up to 65,000 kg (Moving trolley capacity 5,000 kg)
- Operating temperature range: -70°C to +80°C
- Temperature accuracy: ±1°C
- Ability to create ice thicknesses of 6 mm - 13 mm - 37 mm - 75 mm
- Exhaust outlet and conditioned fresh air inlet for Hot/Cold Start of engines
Electrostatic Discharge Test
The Electrostatic Discharge Test is performed to examine the integrity and performance of the test specimen when exposed to electrostatic discharge caused by personnel. The test specimen is subjected to electrostatic discharge conditions that it may encounter under actual conditions of use. During and/or at the end of the test, the specimen is physically inspected and checked for functionality and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards that comply with the technical specifications of the Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) device. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with AECTP 500 Category 508 Leaflet 2 and IEC 61.000-4-2 Part 4-2 standards.
Technical Specifications
ESB Device
- Voltage value range: 5 kV to 30 kV
- Capacitance: 500 pF
- Series resistance 500 Ohms and 5,000 Ohms
- Discharge inductance: <5mH
Hydrostatic Pressure Test
Hydrostatic Pressure Test is performed to determine the resistance of pressure vessels against high pressure. A defined pressure is applied to the specimen for a certain period of time. At the end of the test, the specimen is physically examined and any defects are recorded. Tests can be performed according to all kinds of military and civilian standards in accordance with the capabilities of the tester.
Technical Specifications
Hydrostatic Test Machine
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,500 mm x 4,000 mm x 1,250 mm
- Operating pressure range: 0 to 1,000 bar
- Pressurization speed Maximum 20bar/sec.
- Pressure accuracy: ±% 3
- Fluid: Water
- Ability to record images with 4 cameras placed inside the cabin for leakage control
Structural Integrity and Tightness Testing
Structural Integrity and Tightness Tests are carried out to determine the effect of positive and negative pressure conditions that may occur inside the transport boxes on structural integrity and to verify that they meet the sealing requirements. The inside of the sample is brought to defined positive and negative pressure values. In the tightness test, the amount of leakage at a certain time at the end of the pressurization process is measured. At the end of the test, the sample is physically examined and any defects are recorded. Tests can be carried out according to all military and civilian standards that are appropriate to the technical specifications of Structural Integrity and sealing cabinets. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-648D/E standard.
Mobile High/Low Temperature Test
Mobile High and Low Temperature Tests are carried out to determine the performance of the sample under high and low temperature conditions in the usage environment. The sample placed in the test cabinet or in a separate insulated cabinet is kept for an appropriate period of time under high or low temperature conditions that it may encounter under actual conditions of use. The sample acclimatized under the relevant conditions is removed from the cabinet and functionality is checked. Tests can be performed according to all military and civilian standards that are appropriate to the technical specifications of the air conditioning cabinet. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-810F/G Method 501 and Method 502 standards.
Technical Specifications
Portable Air Conditioner
- Cabin dimensions (H x W x D): Can be made in desired size
- Operating temperature range: -60°C to +150°C
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
Mobile Air Conditioning Vehicle
- Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 1,230 mm x 1,300 mm x 4,500 mm
- Operating temperature range: -70°C to +90°C
- Temperature accuracy: ±2°C
- Ability to air condition an externally insulated cabinet of any size
Stack Test
The Stack Test is performed to determine the structural integrity of the specimen under the conditions of stacking the transport boxes on top of each other or applying different loads on them. The specimen is subjected to the required load within the scope of the test performance requirement and kept for a defined period of time. If it is desired to perform the relevant holding under certain temperature and relative humidity conditions, the test is carried out in a suitable air conditioning cabinet. At the end of the test, the sample is physically examined and any defects are recorded. Stack Testing can be performed according to all military and civilian standards that are suitable for technical capabilities. In particular, many tests have been carried out in accordance with MIL-STD-648D/E standard.
