An important requirement of virtually all military environmental programs, solar radiation testing simulates the deteriorating thermal and physical effects of UV sunlight on products and materials. By measuring how equipment changes during exposure, we help you make better, more durable products, no matter what the conditions.
A key component in MIL-STD-810 and DEF STAN 00-035, solar radiation tests two major effects of exposure to sunlight: thermal response and photochemical deterioration. Because the heat and aging effects of UV radiation can cause significant changes in plastic and non-metallic materials, testing is critical to avoiding outgassing and overheating, discoloration and deterioration, and loss of structural rigidity.Â
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Because most specifications only call for one solar radiation test, deciding which method is best can be challenging. We help you understand the benefits of each test, and can assist in choosing the one that will best suit your needs. Our accredited test methods give you the data you need to make decisions about product design, development and material selection, so you can be confident in the safety and performance of your equipment.
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