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SUNTEST XXL-FD

Light stability testing of Consumer Goods and Packaging

  • Overview +


    The Atlas SUNTEST XXL-FD is an extra-large light stability test chamber especially tailored towards the needs of consumer goods, food and beverage testing. Its 3000 cm2 flatbed exposure area and tall chamber height is best-in-class for 3-D specimens testing and can accommodate all types of bottles and packaging.


    The SUNTEST XXL-FD is used to determine the light stability of new ingredients, products or packaging for food, beverages, or other FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) applications. It’s also extremely useful to perform highly accelerated shelf-life tests (ASLT) within days. A powerful chiller guarantees light stability testing under realistic temperature conditions, for example on the retail shelf or during indoor/outdoor storage and use.



    Benefits:
    • Premium simulation of solar radiation according to CIE 241 reference sun
    • Simulation of window glass filtered sunlight or artificial store/supermarket light.
    • Best-in-class chamber design for testing large 3-D specimens
    • Powerful chiller for ideal test temperature conditions, even at high irradiance
    • Easy-to-use touch screen user interface with 15 selectable languages
    • Access port for additional external sensors
    • Setpoint monitoring
    • Compatible to WXView II

  • Features +


    • Dimensions 90 x 91 x 172 cm
    • 39 x 72 cm (3000 cm2) exposure area
    • 3 air-cooled 1700 W xenon lamps
    • Easy-to-use touch screen user interface with 15 selectable languages
    • Switchable irradiance control at 300-400/340 nm or 300-800 nm/Lux; 420 nm option
    • Direct setting and control of Black Standard Temperature (BST) or Black Panel Temperature (BPT)
    • Direct setting and control of chamber air temperature (CAT)
    • Direct setting of tolerance ranges for each test parameter for optimum test control
    • Display of diagnostic messages
    • 10 free programmable tests possible with up to 12 phases
    • Large library including all most popular weathering tests
    • Horizontal 3000 cm² exposure area for 34 standard or multiple 3-D specimens
    • Premium sunlight simulation according to CIE 241 reference sun
    • Lamp cassette including IR-transparent mirrors, lamp connections and filter slot
    • Outer filter with IR-reflective coating
    • Irradiance range: 30-65 W/m2 (300-400 nm); 0.25-0.60 W/m2 (340 nm)
    • SunCool for SUNTEST XXL-FD for testing at low chamber air temperatures (CAT 15-30°C); detachable for standard weathering testing needs (CAT up to 70°C)
    • Measurement and control of BST or BPT: 25°C - 100 ºC (with SunCool)
    • BST sensor design according to ISO 4892-1
    • Thermal insulation of test chamber and peripheral parts preventing condensation
    • Selectable temperature control either by CAT or by dual control: CAT and BST (BPT) simultaneously
    • Controlled temperature difference between CAT and BST / (BPT)
    • Ultrasonic humidification system for humidity control
    • Specimen spray system with integrated 60 l water reservoir
    • 5° tilted specimen test plane for spray water draining
    • Access port ca. 30 x 25 mm to connect external sensors inside the test chamber
    • Switch-off by radiant exposure, light exposure time or total operating time
    • Advanced auto-start functions
    • Data output via memory card or RS 232
    • Internal memory chip for storing instrument data
    • Ethernet interface for network connections including XenoTouch Software add-ons 1, 2, and 3 (“Remote Control“, “E-Mail Service“, “Online Monitoring“)
    • Compatible to WXView II

  • Options +


    • Light Monitor 420 nm
    • BST/BPT exchange kit
    • WXView II remote data acquisition software - Web-based application to allow users to securely access instruments connected to their company network, download archived files, and other functionality.

  • Accessories +


    • Daylight filter
    • Window Glass filter
    • Solar ID 65 filter
    • BPT sensor
    • Specimen holders and masks
    • ICH-D10/20/30 powder sample holders for preparation of 1-3 mm powder samples (Pharmaceuticals)
    • Sliding sample table with exposure area of 740 x 368 mm
    • Air outlet hood for connecting the 3 outlets to a laboratory ventilation system
    • SunCal BB 300-400 BST sensor for calibration of irradiance in W/m² in the wavelength range 300-400 nm and for calibration of BST in °C

  • Software +


    XenoSoft is an analytical software for the evaluation and graphical display of measurements performed with Atlas XenoCal calibration sensors.

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  • Standards +


    The listed standards and specifications may include several alternative testing options. The instrument meets at least one option in any listed standard. Standards are subject to change without notification, which may result in a change in testing technology. Always check the revision status of a standard with the responsible Standards Development Organization. If unsure about instrument compliance, please contact your local sales representative.

    • ICH Q1B
      Q1B Photostability Testing of New Drug Substances and Products
    • ICH Q5C
      Stability testing of Biotechnological / Biological products
    • VICH GL5
      Guideline On Stability Testing: Photostability Testing of New Veterinary Drug Substances and Medicinal Products

  • Videos +

  • Recorded Online Seminars +


    Weathering, Lightfastness, and Photostability Testing with SUNTEST – Atlas Online Seminar


    Xenon-Arc Technology and Application – Atlas Online Seminar

    Xenon-arc and Fluorescent/UV - Comparison and Applications - Atlas Online Seminar


    Setups for Common Weathering Tests - Atlas Online Seminar



    Different Xenon-arc Weathering Instruments – Applications and Limitations - Atlas Online Seminar



    Food, Beverages & Ingredients - Lightfastness & Photostability Testing - Atlas Online Seminar



    ICH and Related Guidelines - Pharmaceutical Photostability Testing in Atlas SUNTEST® Instruments - Atlas Online Seminar