Standards:

BS 1006 UK/TN Colour fastness of textiles and leather

Applications:

 Mercury lamp insolation aging tester is used to determine the light fastness resistant for various types of textiles and leathers under the mercury lamp simulation of sunlight.

Product Information:

Mercury lamp insolation aging tester includes light bulb, test chamber, sample clip, cutting template, centering device, timer, lamp controller, blackboard thermometer. Standard 500W light source or 400W light source. It’s full compliance with BS 1006 UK / TN test standard.

Features

Assessment of color fastness to light.

Improve quality control.

Reduce production costs.

Efficient and durable lamp.

Simple operation.

High stability and repeatability.

FAQ

What is a Mercury Lamp Insolation Aging Tester used for?

It is used to simulate sunlight exposure and accelerate the aging process of materials to evaluate their light and weathering resistance.

What materials can be tested by this equipment?

It is suitable for testing textiles, plastics, rubber, coatings, leather, automotive materials, and other light-sensitive materials.

Why is a mercury lamp used as the light source?

A mercury lamp provides strong ultraviolet radiation to accelerate material aging and simulate long-term sunlight exposure.

What performance changes can be evaluated during testing?

It can evaluate color fading, discoloration, cracking, embrittlement, gloss changes, and mechanical property degradation.

Which standards does the tester comply with?

It can comply with relevant light aging and weathering test standards according to different material testing requirements.