The WT-3115 is a research-quality
closed loop wind tunnel that
provides a convenient, accurate
system for thermally characterizing
PCBs and individual components at
elevated temperatures from ambient
to 85°C (185ºF).
The WT-3115 wind tunnel produces
air flows up to 5 m/s (1000 ft/min).
With customization, it can generate
flows up to 50 m/s (10,000 ft/min)
using orifice plates (available
optionally). The clear polycarbonate
test section lets the user view the
test specimen and allows for
flow visualization.
Unlike open loop wind tunnels, the
WT-3115 recirculates internal air.
This allows the system heater to
rapidly warm the air to a specific
temperature. The testing of boards
and components in hot air is a
requirement in some NEBS and
other standards. The precise
controls and temperature range
of the WT-3115 wind tunnel allows
its use for testing heat sink
performance and for calibrating
air and temperature sensors
The complete wind tunnel fits on
most lab benches and is powered
from standard AC outlets. It has a
smaller footprint than traditional,
closed loop wind tunnels or
environmental test chambers.
The WT-3115 is provided with a
controller for controlling the flow and
temperature in the wind tunnel. The
controller comes with a graphical
user interface to automate the wind
tunnel operation.
The WT-3115 test section can be
accessed from the top door or sides
for mounting and repositioning of
boards, components and sensors.
Internal rail guides provide an easy
mechanism to install test specimens
of different sizes (e.g., PCB,
heat sink).
Instrument ports (6) are provided
in the side walls of the test section
for placing temperature and
velocity sensors such as
thermocouples, pitot tubes
and hot-wire anemometers.
Specifications Wind Tunnel: 220.8 L x 49.3 W x 86.5 cm H (86.9 x 19.4 x 34") Test Section: 77.6 L x 26 W x 11.6 cm H (30.5 x 10.2 x 4.5") Number of Sensor Ports: 6 Flow Range: 0 to 5 m/s (0 to 1000 ft/min) Flow Uniformity: ±1% Flow Accuracy: ±2% Temperature Range: Up to 85°C (185°F) Temperature Accuracy: ±1°C Weight: 65 kg (231 lb) Main AC Voltage: 220 Vac Main AC Fuse: 20 Amps Minimum Support Table Size: 140 L x 50 cm W (55 x 19.7")
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Note: Comes complete with wind tunnel controller, (6) instrument ports, software and operator’s manual.
