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Space Simulation Thermal Vacuum chambers (TVAC)
San Diego, California – January 25, 2023 - TotalTemp Technologies, a
worldwide leading provider of benchtop temperature chambers and thermal platform
equipment, introduces their VmSD49N Thermal Vacuum Test Chamber capable of
+175°C to −75°C at 10−6 Torr. It is designed specifically for testing
aerospace equipment. 10−6 Torr (1.333224x10−6
mbars, 1.933678x10−8 psi) is the equivalent of 1/760,000,000th of an
Earth atmosphere.
Aerospace environmental testing in a thermal vacuum chamber allows for the exposing
and weeding out potential failures due to temperature extremes and atmospheric pressure
or the lack of it in space. With equipment destined for space, the stakes are always
higher with the cost to launch, the chance of a failure being catastrophic plus
the lack of service calls in space. The process of basic thermal testing in space
is a little different than testing for land based systems, mainly because the lack
of heat transfer by air. The intentional and unintentional transfer of heat by convection
makes a big difference from what might otherwise be a common sense solution in an
environment with air. Outgassing of many materials is another consideration that
is usually not such a big deal on earth but when planning for the vacuum of space,
often requires careful planning.
Making sure that components headed for space are going to perform as planned
typically involves simulating the functions and environment as it is expected to
be experienced in use. Standards for testing have been developed making success
more predictable. Standards such as: MIL-STD-202, MIL-STD-810, RTCA/DO-160, ISO/AWI
15104, ECSS-Q-ST-70-02C are examples. Prior to integration into larger systems,
components and subsystems can be tested far more effectively in a smaller, portable
thermal vacuum chamber. Typically, larger thermal vacuum systems are super-expensive,
only affordable by large institutions. Time using them typically has to be scheduled
and rented as needed. Not only is a small portable thermal vacuum system a more
affordable option, but having capability on hand as required can be a very big deal.
A small thermal vacuum chamber will reach vacuum level and temperature much more
quickly than a large chamber and pay for itself in efficiency, convenience, and
accessibility.
About TotalTemp Technologies
The primary goal for TotalTemp is to maximize the combined 40 years experience we
have in this highly specialized field and create a new, alternative, "Next Generation"
Thermal Platforms and Temperature Testing equipment. Our Mission is to offer thermal
testing equipment that best suits or customers' requirements. For several decades
there were only two real manufacturers for thermal platforms. It was no secret that
the market demanded a new alternative with better service and lower costs. We heard
you loud and clear and TotalTemp is here to fill that need.
Contact:
TotalTemp Technologies
3630 Hancock Street A
San Diego, CA 92110
Phone: 1-888-712-2228
E-Mail:
Sales@TotalTempTech.com
Web: www.totaltemptech.com
Posted January 26, 2023
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