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Altitude up to 120,000 ft IEC · MIL-STD · RTCA DO-160

Altitude Chambers

Simulate high-altitude conditions with precision — Replicate low-pressure environments up to 120,000 ft combined with temperature and humidity control for comprehensive aerospace, defense, automotive, and electronics testing.

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Altitude Chambers are dedicated enclosed systems used to simulate high-altitude, low-pressure conditions for testing products, components, and materials. By replicating the reduced atmospheric pressure, temperature extremes, and humidity variations experienced at altitude, these chambers enable engineers to validate the performance, safety, and reliability of hardware intended for aerospace, defense, automotive, and electronics applications — all within a controlled laboratory environment.

Some Essential Features of Altitude Chambers

Altitude Simulation up to 120,000 ft

  • Vacuum pump method achieves pressures from atmospheric down to 1 mbar.
  • Simulates altitudes up to approximately 150,000 ft (45,000 m).
  • Precise pressure control for repeatable, standard-compliant altitude profiles.

Precise Temperature & Humidity Control

  • Temperature range: -65°C to +150°C with ±0.5–±1.0°C uniformity.
  • Optional humidity control for climatic chamber configurations.
  • Simultaneous altitude, temperature, and humidity test capability.

Rapid Thermal Cycling Capabilities

  • Selectable ramp rates: 1, 2, 3, and 5°C/min as per IEC standards.
  • Rapid pressure change profiles to simulate decompression events.
  • Programmable multi-step altitude-temperature combined profiles.

User-Friendly Interface & Data Logging

  • Touchscreen controller with intuitive test profile programming.
  • Real-time logging of pressure, temperature, and humidity data.
  • USB / Ethernet export and remote monitoring capability.

Safety & Compliance

  • Pressure relief valves and emergency vent for safe decompression.
  • Over-temperature protection, door interlocks, and deviation alarms.
  • Compliant with MIL-STD-810, IEC 60068, and RTCA DO-160 standards.

Available Configurations

  • Thermostatic: Combined temperature and pressure (altitude) control.
  • Climatic: Full temperature, pressure, and humidity control.
  • Air-cooled or water-cooled condenser options on all models.

Standard Models

Model Inner Size W×D×H (mm) Inner Size (inch) Volume Temp Range Altitude Range Ramp Rate Altitude Method Cooling
AC-150 500×400×750 20×16×30 150L -65 to +150°C Atm to 1 mbar (~150,000 ft) 1/2/3/5°C/Min Vacuum Pump Air/Water
AC-270 600×600×750 24×24×30 270L -65 to +150°C 10 mbar (~100,000 ft) / Custom 1/2/3/5°C/Min Vacuum Pump Air/Water
AC-420 750×750×750 30×30×30 420L -65 to +150°C Atm to 1 mbar / Custom 1/2/3/5°C/Min Vacuum Pump Air/Water
AC-1000 1000×1000×1000 39×39×39 1000L -65 to +150°C Custom range available 1/2/3/5°C/Min Vacuum Pump Air/Water
AC-1875 1000×1250×1500 39×49×59 1875L -65 to +150°C Custom range available 1/2/3/5°C/Min Vacuum Pump Air/Water

Custom temperature ramp rates, altitude ranges, and chamber sizes available on request. Power supply: 415 VAC ±5%, 3-Phase, 50 Hz, 4-wire + Earth.

Key Applications of Altitude Chambers

Aerospace & Aviation

Pilot hypoxia training to recognize symptoms at altitude, aircraft component testing under simulated flight conditions, and astronaut preparation for extravehicular activity scenarios at extreme altitude and vacuum environments.

Military & Defense

Flight crew altitude tolerance conditioning, survival training for rapid decompression emergencies, and performance evaluation of military hardware under high-altitude combat conditions per MIL-STD-810 requirements.

Sports Science & Athletics

Hypoxic training programs to improve aerobic capacity, endurance, and oxygen utilization in elite athletes. Controlled acclimatization protocols for competitors preparing for high-elevation events and mountain races.

Medical & Clinical Research

Sleep apnea and hypoxia research, pulmonary and cardiac disease evaluation under controlled low-oxygen conditions, and altitude sickness risk assessment studies for clinical and pharmaceutical research programs.

Scientific Research

Human physiology studies on hypoxia response mechanisms, environmental adaptation research, and material behaviour under low-pressure conditions for academic, defence, and industrial R&D programs.

Mountaineering & Expedition Preparation

Pre-acclimatization training for extreme altitude climbers targeting peaks above 7,000 m, and preparation of high-altitude rescue teams to improve physiological readiness and reduce the risk of acute mountain sickness.