Optimising the performance of your climatic chamber: Best maintenance practices

The climatic chamber: Your ally in product testing

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The climatic chamber is an essential tool for testing and validating new products.

Imagine having to guarantee product quality and compliance with ICH standards, while juggling tight deadlines and fast-growing demand.

In these tense moments, what would happen if your equipment broke down due to lack of maintenance, just as you were finalising a test of the utmost importance for its launch on the market?

This could be avoided with annual preventive maintenance. But how do you go about it?

To ensure your peace of mind, discover in this article the 3 maintenance tips recommended by our expert technicians for optimum maintenance.

1)       Check the refrigeration circuit: Evaporator and condenser

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The two key components in the refrigeration circuit of your climatic chamber are the evaporator and the condenser.

Their role is to maintain a stable temperature inside the enclosure. Over time, these components can accumulate dust if they are not cleaned regularly. By keeping them clean, you optimise energy efficiency and ensure that your enclosure works at its best.

It is also advisable to regularly update the refrigeration circuit leak test to detect any refrigerant leaks. Leaks can reduce cooling efficiency and present an environmental risk

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2)       Check the electrical relay: board and terminal blocks

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Inside the speaker is a board with terminal blocks. The heat generated by the enclosure can cause the terminal block cables to expand and become loose. This change can lead to overheating and then a short-circuit. It is then necessary to inspect the board and tighten the terminal blocks to minimise the risk of fire.

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3)       Clean the technical part: the heat exchanger and humidifier

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The role of the heat exchanger is to transfer heat. Dirt can settle in and lead to a long-term drop in performance. To prevent energy loss, regular cleaning is recommended.

The humidifier regulates the humidity in the enclosure to faithfully reproduce the required environmental conditions.

Limescale deposits or other impurities can affect its operation. Removing stagnant water allows precise control of humidity and avoids malfunctions that could compromise the quality of climatic tests

Conclusion

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To ensure reliable testing and avoid breakdowns, regular maintenance of your climatic chamber should be a priority. By checking the refrigeration circuit, electrical relay and technical components, you can optimise performance and extend the life of your equipment.

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Need preventive maintenance?

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Contact our experts to ensure effective maintenance and maintain the quality of your tests.

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