Xenon

Test Chambers
Overview
LX-5046
Q-SUN® xenon arc chambers reproduce the damage caused
by full-spectrum sunlight and rain. In a few days or weeks,
Q-SUN testers can reproduce the damage that occurs over
months or years outdoors.
Features
Q-SUN xenon arc chambers are available in three different models: the tabletop Xe-1, and full-sized Xe-2 and Xe-3.
Each tester is 100% air-cooled, for extreme reliability and simple, low-cost maintenance. All testers have standard
datalogging via ethernet, a variety of standard specimen holders, and a remarkably simple dual touchscreen user
interface available in 17 languages.
Xe-1 Xe-2 Xe-3
Chamber Type Flat Array Rotating Rack Flat Array
Specimen Capacity 17 31 55
SPECIFICATION BULLETIN

Specimen Orientation (measured from horizontal) 10° 90° 10°

Full Spectrum, Ozone-Free Xenon Arc Lamps - 1800 W 1 1 3
SOLAR EYE® Irradiance Control (340 nm, 420 nm or TUV)
Relative Humidity Control
Water Spray 2 2 2
Heated Water Immersion 2
4 Standard Optional Not Available
Optical Filters and Radiometers
Q-SUN optical filters are very durable and all filters maintain the required spectrum indefinitely, lasting for years under
normal use with proper maintenance (except Window-IR). The application or test standard dictates which filter to use.
Xe-1 and Xe-3 filters are flat,
while the Xe-2 filter lantern Xe-1 & Xe-3 Irradiance Values Xe-2 Irradiance Values
consists of an outer Typical (& Maximum)A,B,C Typical (& Maximum)A,B,C
borosilicate or quartz W/m2/nm W/m2/nm W/m2 @TUV W/m2/nm W/m2/nm W/m2 @TUV
cylinder and 14 inner filters.
@340 nm @420 nm (300-400 nm) @340 nm @420 nm (300-400 nm)
Daylight-F D
0.80 (1.30) 0.80 (0.95)
Daylight QD 75 (85)
75 (125) 0.68 (0.80)
Extended UV (-Q/B, -Quartz ) E
0.68 (1.10)
1.50 (2.40) 1.50 (1.70)
Daylight-B/BD 0.51 (0.61)F 55 (65)
Window (-Q, -B/SL) 0.55 (0.85) 70 (108) 0.55 (0.65) 70 (80)
Window (-SF5, -IR, -B04G) - 42 (68) - 42 (62)
Notes:
A: Minimum irradiance 0.25 @340nm, 0.45 @420nm, and 20 @TUV.
B: Typical irradiance that can be obtained by using the X-1800+ or X-1850+ lamp with a lamp life of 3000 hours.
C: Maximum irradiance that can be obtained by using the X-1800+ or X-1850+ lamp with a lamp life of 1000 hours.
D: Daylight-F and Daylight-Q filters meet the requirements of Type I Daylight filters defined in ISO 4892-2 and ASTM G155. Daylight-B/B filters
meet the requirements of Type II Daylight filters.
E: Xe-1 and Xe-3 only.
F: In addition to the standard 1,000 and 3,000 hour warranties for Maximum and Typical irradiance values shown, Q-Lab will also guarantee
2000 hours at 0.55 W/m2/nm.
F: Xe-2 only.

Calibration, Temperature and Humidity Control

Q-SUN Xe-2 and Xe-3 testers simultaneously control chamber air tempertaure (CAT) and black panel (uninsulated/
BP) or black standard (insulated/IBP/BST) temperature; the Xe-1 controls either, but not both. A disposable electronic
relative humidity and CAT sensor provides precise control of relative humidity of the Xe-2 and Xe-3 and should
be replaced annually. All Q-SUN testers can be calibrated quickly and easily using Q-Lab's Universal Calibrator
system, featuring the patented AUTOCAL® system.
Xe-1 Xe-2 Xe-3
AUTOCAL UC20 Irradiance Control
UC202 Black Panel Thermometer
Chamber Air Temp (CAT) Sensor 2 4 4
Relative Humidity (RH) Sensor 4 4
4 Standard Optional Not Available
Operating Specifications
Xe-2-HE
Xe-1-BE Xe-1-BCE Xe-3-HE Xe-3-HDSE2 Xe-3-HCE
Models1 Xe-1-WE Xe-2-HSE
Xe-1-SE Xe-1-SCE Xe-3-HSE Xe-3-HBSE Xe-3-HSCE
Xe-2-HBSE
Black Panel Temp3 (°C) BP IBP BP IBP BP IBP BP IBP BP IBP BP IBP
Light Cycle 45-90 50-100 25-90 25-100 45-90 50-100 50-100 55-105 45-110 50-120 35-110 36-120
Light Cycle w/IR Filter 40-70 45-80 20-70 20-80 40-70 45-80 35-85 40-90 40-90 45-100 30-90 31-100
Dark Cycle 25-50 25-50 10-50 10-50 25-50 25-50 25-45 25-45 25-50 25-50 15-50 15-50
Light+Immersion Cycle 35-55 35-55
Dark+Immersion Cycle 30-50 30-50
Chamber Air Temp3, 4 (°C) CAT CAT CAT CAT CAT CAT
Light Cycle (any filter) 35-55 15-55 35-65 35-65 25-65
Dark Cycle 30-45 10-40 25-45 25-50 15-50
Relative Humidity3 N/A 20-95%
25×46 cm (d×w) 22×42 cm (d×w) 30×25 cm (h×dia) 45×72 cm (d×w)
Specimen Area (9.9×18.0 in) (8.8×16.5 in) (11.9×9.8 in) (17.8×28.3 in)
Specimen Capacity5 17 @ 51×102 mm 15 @ 51×102 31 @ 45x132 mm 55 @ 51×102 mm
(qty @ size) (2×4 in) mm (2×4 in) (1.8x5.2 in) (2×4 in)
Total Specimen Weight
14 kg (30 lbs) max 4.5 kg (10 lbs) max 23 kg (50 lbs) max6
(distributed evenly)
Inlet Water Pressure All non-"S", non-"W" models1: 0.7-6.2 bar (10-90 psi); > 200 kΩ∙cm; < 5 μS/cm; < 2.5 ppm TDS
and Purity7 All "S" or "W" models: 2.1-6.2 bar (30-90 psi); > 5 MΩ∙cm; < 0.2 μS /cm; < 0.1 ppm TDS; < 0.1 ppm colloidal silica
Water Consumed with 0.5 L/min (front) 0.16 L/min (front)
0.12 L/min 0.12 L/min 0.001 L/min 0.16 L/min
Spray On8 1.0 L/min (front & back) 0.4 L/min (front & back)
Water Consumed with
8 L/day 44 L/day 44 L/day
Humidifer On8

External Dimensions9 78×138×79 cm 78×94×94 cm

78×52×65 cm 99×72×65 cm 91×166×69 cm 91×178×99 cm
(31×55×31 in) (31×37×37 in)
(w × h × d) (31×21×26 in) (39×28×26 in) (36×66×27 in) (36×70×39 in)
Xe-1 & Chiller Chiller Only
50 kg 124 kg 88 kg 172 kg 190-233 kg 85 kg (186 lbs)
Weight10 (110 lbs) (272 lbs) (195 lbs) (379 lbs) (420-512 lbs) Chiller Only

Electrical11 208V (230V) 1-Ф @ 12A (11A) 1-Ф @ 19A (16A) 1-Ф @ 13A (12A) 1-Ф @ 24A (23A) 3-Ф @ 39A (39A) 3-Ф @ 44A (44A)
Requiremts 400V 3-Ф @ 26A 3-Ф @ 26A

Notes:
1. Nomenclature designations: basic (B), spray (S), humidity (H), dual spray (DS), chiller (C), back spray (BS), water immersion (W).
Model (E) Q-SUN testers feature dual touchscreen displays and improved irradiance/lamp efficiency.
2. Model Xe-3-HDSE has a separate water reservoir that requires additional floor space (not shown in picture).
3. Min and max black panel (BP), insulated black panel (IBP; also known as black standard thermometer, or BST), chamber air
temperatures (CAT), and relative humidity capabilities are dependent on ambient lab conditions. Interdependencies between
these parameters limit achievable operating conditions in the tester.
4. CAT control is optional on Xe-1-BE and S models; BP/CAT can only be controlled simultaneously on Xe-2 and Xe-3 models.
5. The Xe-1 and Xe-3 specimen capacity shown is without specimen holders. Xe-2 specimen capacity is shown with specimen
holders. Add one additional specimen to Xe-1 specimen capacity if CAT is used in place of BP/IBP.
6. Maximum specimen weight listed is for when the specimen tray is used. If the specimen tray is removed from the Xe-3, the
chamber floor can hold evenly distributed specimens with a weight of 90 kg (200 lbs) max.
7. Maintain pH 6-8. For best performance, use a reverse osmosis/deionization (RO/DI) system for all S models.
8. Spray consumption applies to all S models; humidifier consumption applies to all H models. Water consumption values are
greatly dependent upon test and lab conditions, and software settings. Values shown are typical for many common standards.
9. Rear Xe-3 vent duct is easily removed to reduce the depth from 99 cm (39 in) to 88 cm (34.5 in) to fit through small doors.
10. Actual shipping weights will be higher, depending upon model and whether the shipment is domestic, ocean or air.
11. Voltages shown are +/-10% and 50/60 Hz.

Warranty
The Q-SUN xenon test chamber is guaranteed against defects in workmanship or materials for one year. Liability is limited to replacing or repairing any
part or parts which are defective in materials or workmanship and are returned to our factory, shipping costs prepaid. Liability in all events is limited to
the purchase price paid. Damage due to accident or abuse is not covered. Labor and travel costs are not covered. Q-Lab makes no other warranties,
including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, except as may be expressly provided by Q-Lab in writing. Q-Lab shall
not be liable for any incidental, consequential, special, or contingent damages arising out of the sale or use of any product.

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and Q-SUN are registered trademarks of Q-Lab Corporation. All Q-SUN chambers are CE marked.