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Xenon-arc lamps generate significant amounts of heat and require cooling for proper operation. Two basic types of xenon-arc lamps are available: air-cooled and water-cooled. When properly maintained, both are capable of delivering the same weathering...

As the push for renewable energy sources increases, manufacturers and investors are becoming increasingly interested in testing protocols that answer the question: how can we make PV modules last longer and perform more reliably in the field?In a rec...

Wood coatings often face harsh weather conditions, depending on the climate they are exposed to. Because of this, testing their durability before going to market is essential. For manufacturers, suppliers, and quality control teams, understanding how...

The Q-TRAC natural sunlight concentrator is a fast, powerful way to conduct accelerated weathering testing using actual sunlight instead of artificial light sources. The Q-TRAC system is useful for testing a range of products including coatings, high...

ISO 105-B02 is a widely used standard for testing the lightfastness of textiles, focusing on how resistant a material’s color is to fading when exposed to artificial xenon light. This test simulates indoor conditions, such as sunlight filtering throu...

Accelerated laboratory weathering testing is used widely for evaluating the durability of materials under simulated environmental conditions. Nearly all accelerated weathering tests use a Black Surface Temperature Sensor, or Black Panel, to control t...

Q‑Lab's Technical Marketing team recently presented a webinar on Q-Lab's original product: Q-PANEL standard test substrates. Throughout the presentation, the team discussed the history of the Q-PANEL, the various test panels Q-Lab offers, and additio...