Labaid

Weathering Tests – QUV & Xenon

Our state-of-the-art corrosion testing laboratory studies the effect of customizable atmospheric conditions on various coating combinations. We house a QUV chamber with fluorescent UV lamps, forced-condensation humidity, and automated temperature control.

Overview

Laboratory simulation of light, heat, and humidity

We assess the negative impact of incident radiation in the form of light—anything between ultraviolet and infrared— which can damage coating components under long exposure. Our tests simulate a controlled environment to understand each coated component’s structural and compositional change over time.

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited practices and reporting.
Methods

Test methods

01 · QUV

Fluorescent UV & condensation

Fluorescent lamps produce UV spectrum light; humidity is instilled via forced condensation; temperature is regulated through automated sensors.

02 · Xenon

Broad-spectrum light exposure

Exposure to incident light from UV through IR to study weathering effects on coating components under controlled conditions.

03 · Ageing / Corrosion

Environmental ageing

Simulated atmospheres reveal how coatings change structurally and compositionally over time.

Evaluation

Evaluation & applicability

Comparison

Head-to-head coat comparison

Permits individual comparison between different coats when exposed to similar conditions.

Scope

All coating types

Applicable to all types of coatings used across industries.

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Tell us your coating stack-up and targets. We’ll align QUV/Xenon exposure, cycles, and reporting for a clear comparison.

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited · Ahmedabad