Pavetest offers a range of temperature controlled cabinet to complement our DTS-30 and DTS-130 servo-hydraulic Dynamic Testing Systems (DTS). Pavetest is the first manufacturer to adopt a two piece temperature controlled cabinet; comprising an insulate cabinet and a temperature control unit. The cabinet is permanently mounted on the dynamic testing machines, whilst the temperature control unit can be wheeled away when not required, leaving the back of the chamber open to accomodate longer jigs/specimens that do not require a controlled environment. The temperature control unit attaches to the cabinet using a magnetic seal. This isolates the cabinet from mechanical vibrations caused by the refrigeration unit and circulation fans whilst maintaining an air tight seal between the inside and outside of the chamber. This concept also makes servicing, replacing or upgrading the temperature control unit virtually effortless, because it can be removed with-out dismantling
the machine or disrupting the testing program.
Main Features
- Two piece concept makes servicing, replacing or upgrading the temperature control unit effortless.
- Flexible temperature sensor ensures the temperature near the specimen is accurately controlled.
- Operator can monitor, set, adjust or “Auto tune” the temperature controller via the PC.
- Heavy duty stainless steel construction.
- Powerful re-circulation fans ensure even temperature through-out the chamber.
- Triple Glazed, Argon filled, Lo E glass door with built in heater.
Models
B231 Temperature controlled cabinet: -20 °C to +80 °C to suit DTS-130 or
B232 Temperature controlled cabinet: -40 °C to +80 °C to suit DTS-130
B233 Temperature controlled cabinet: -50 °C to +100 °C to suit DTS-30, supplied with humidity control, if required
Other temperature ranges and operating voltage/frequency available on request.
The temperature controller can be programmed using the virtual pendant within TestLab software, via a serial link between the temperature controller and the Control and Data Acquisition System (CDAS). This allows the operator to monitor, set or adjust a constant temperature or ramp without touching the temperature controller, including invoking the “Auto tune” function. This feature is particularly useful for the TSRST test, where programming the temperature controller is not a simple task.