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01 ENVIRONMENTAL RELIABILITY LAB

Damp Heat Test Chamber / Steady state test

IS 9000 PART IV · IEC 60068-2-78 · MIL-STD-810G · QM 333 TEST 5 STEADY STATE TEMPERATURE & CONSTANT HUMIDITY VALIDATION
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STEADY STATE STATUS
≥95% RH CAPABILITY
IS / IEC / MIL / QM OPERATIONAL
STEADY STATE SPECS
25°C to 40°C TEMPERATURE RANGE
≥95% RH MAXIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY
1000mm³ MAXIMUM CHAMBER VOLUME
02 ENVIRONMENTAL RELIABILITY

Damp Heat Steady State Testing

Damp Heat Steady State Testing is an essential environmental testing method used across numerous industries to evaluate the long-term effects of high humidity and temperature on various materials, products, and components. This test is especially relevant in assessing the reliability and performance of electronic and electrical products intended for use in tropical or high-humidity environments. The primary goal is to detect potential failures, corrosion, degradation of materials, or loss of insulation resistance that may result from prolonged exposure to heat and moisture. Our environmental laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art damp heat test chambers that allow us to carry out steady state testing under carefully controlled conditions, ensuring accurate and repeatable results. This testing service is part of our broader suite of environmental and reliability testing offerings, designed to help manufacturers validate product robustness and meet quality assurance standards.
Damp Heat Steady State Test Chamber

The test is commonly used in industries such as:

  • Automotive and Transportation – to test the durability of on-board electronics, connectors, sensors, and control units.
  • Aerospace and Defense – for avionics, mission-critical systems, and humidity-sensitive components.
  • Consumer Electronics – to assess corrosion resistance and operational integrity of devices exposed to humid climates.
  • Telecommunications – testing circuit boards, enclosures, and connectors for moisture ingress and degradation.
  • Industrial Equipment and Instrumentation – validating materials used in harsh operating environments.
  • Construction Materials and Coatings – evaluating rust, blistering, and adhesion of materials in high humidity.
03 PARAMETERS & CAPABILITIES

Test Parameters, Conditions & Equipment Capabilities

Our Damp Heat Steady State Test can be conducted under several standardized temperature and humidity combinations. The exact test profile is selected based on the product’s expected application environment and industry standards. We offer the following common test conditions:
TemperatureHumidity (Relative Humidity)Test Durations
30 ± 2°C93 ± 3% RH12h, 16h, 24h, 48h
30 ± 2°C85 ± 3% RH12h, 16h, 24h, 48h
40 ± 2°C93 ± 3% RH12h, 16h, 24h, 48h
40 ± 2°C85 ± 3% RH12h, 16h, 24h, 48h
TEST EQUIPMENT CAPABILITIES

Environmental Test Chambers

Our advanced environmental test chambers are engineered to maintain highly stable and uniform test conditions. Key specifications include:Temperature Range: 25°C to 40°CHumidity Range: ≥95% RH (Relative Humidity)Maximum Chamber Size: 1000 × 1000 × 1000 mm
CALIBRATION & QUALITY CONTROL

Precision & Data Logging

These chambers are calibrated regularly to meet stringent quality standards and ensure consistent performance.Humidity and temperature sensors provide real-time feedback, and data is recorded throughout the test for analysis and reporting.
STANDARDS FOLLOWED:
IS 9000 Part IV
IEC 60068-2-78
MIL-STD-810G
QM 333 Test 5
04 APPLICATIONS

Applications of Damp Heat Steady State Testing

AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORTATION

Automotive and Transportation

To test the durability of on-board electronics, connectors, sensors, and control units.
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE

Aerospace and Defense

For avionics, mission-critical systems, and humidity-sensitive components.
CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

Consumer Electronics

To assess corrosion resistance and operational integrity of devices exposed to humid climates.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Telecommunications

Testing circuit boards, enclosures, and connectors for moisture ingress and degradation.
INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT

Industrial Equipment & Instrumentation

Validating materials used in harsh operating environments.
CONSTRUCTION & COATINGS

Construction Materials & Coatings

Evaluating rust, blistering, and adhesion of materials in high humidity.
06 GET IN TOUCH

Bring us the unknown.

Tell us what your product needs to survive. Consult directly with our laboratory leads on profile selection, mounting parameters, and testing standards.

Contact Us

Feel free to ask us any questions related to our testing lab services. We will be happy to answer you.

Office Address

Phone: +91 9449815980
#18 & 19, 1st cross, 2nd left, Begur Road, Bommanahalli Bengaluru 560068
116, Lakshminagar, Sidcowestside, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, INDIA