BCX Basic Cyclic Corrosion Cabinet

  • Overview +



    Basic cyclic tests are used to qualify a coating or material for a specific end use on a pass-fail basis, or determine the probability of corrosion of a specific material.

    Applications include: Aerospace, Appliances, Automotive, Government, Marine Craft, Paints/Coatings, Research, and Telecommunications.

  • Features +


    • Reinforced fiberglass cabinet, exposure lined with gel coat
    • Solution reservoir - 35 gal (132 L)
    • Clear cover with dual magnetic Santoprene gasket (BCX9000 comes with opaque Polypropylene cover)
    • Peaked cover prevents dripping of condensate onto samples
    • Exposure zone heated by titanium rod heater
    • Heated humidifying (bubble) tower with air relief valve
    • Exposure zone temperature up to 131 °F (55 °C) - Hight temperature option up to 160 °F (71 °C)
    • Omni-Fog Dispersion Tower or Omni-Fog II Dispersion System, fully adjustable. Built-in support ledges, front and back
    • Wet Bottom Drain Assembly; heated, with auto fill for higher and more uniform humidity (n/a BCX11000)
    • Air-assisted Cover Lifters on BCX9000 and BCX11000
    • Specifications and Dimensions (Testing Volume, Exposure Zone Dimensions, External Dimensions)
    • BCX2000 - 565L, 1.27 x 0.74 x 0.63 m, 1.93 x 0.9 x 1.4 m
    • BCX3000 - 850L, 1.91 x 0.74 x 0.63 m, 2.46 x 0.9 x 1.4 m
    • BCX4000 - 1130L, 1.91 x 0.94 x 0.63 m, 2.46 x 1.1 x 1.4 m
    • BCX9000 - 2550L, 1.93 x 1.14 x 1.16 m, 2.69 x 1.32 x 2.16 m
    • BCX11000 - 3115L, 2.27 x 1.86 x 0.76 m, 2.82 x 2.29 x 1.83 m
  • Options +


    • Combination exhaust condenser and wet bottom drain assembly
    • Recorder, 2-pen circular chart, digital display, 7 day, wet bulb and dry bulb
    • Recorder, 6 channel strip chart; 4 temperature probes and air pressure
    • Modem for remote trouble shooting
    • Solution spray, two-nozzle
    • External condensate collection package
    • High voltage kit (over 460 VAC)
    • Gas injection system for SO2, CO2, NOx
    • High capacity oil & water extractor
    • Custom sizes (extra height or any LxW) and configurations (pass-through electrical/mechanical ports)
    • Air-actuated Cover; required for tests specifying ambient conditions
    • Solution Spray; multiple nozzles (8, 12 or 16) with individual shut-off valves
    • CE, UL CSA Conformance certificate
    • High Temperature System, to operate BCX up to 71ºC / 160ºF BCX2000/BCX3000/BCX4000/BCX9000/BCX11000
    • SO2 Injection; for customer-supplied SO2, customer-supplied fume hood recommended
    • Data Recording Software; PC based, sends data to customer's computer 
  • Accessories +


    • 60 Gallon / 227 Liter Reservoir with Pump
    • BCX Exhaust Recirculation System
    • Fiberglass Bracket
    • Fiberglass Rod
    • Heavy Duty Support
    • Panel Holder, slotted
    • Paper for 2 Pen Circular Chart Recorder
    • Power Exhaust Kit
    • Spare Parts Maintenance Kit
    • Start-up Kit
    • weight per support 165 lbs / 75 kg BCX11000 (max of 3)
    • weight per support 165 lbs / 75 kg BCX3000 (max of 3)
    • weight per support 165 lbs / 75 kg BCX4000 (max of 3)
    • weight per support 165 lbs / 75 kg BCX9000 (max of 3)
  • 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.

      • ASTM D5894
        Standard Practice for Cyclic Salt Fog/UV Exposure of Painted Metal, (Alternating Exposures in a Fog/Dry Cabinet and a UV/Condensation Cabinet)
      • ISO 7253
        Paints and varnishes - Determination of resistance to neutral salt spray (fog)
      • ISO 9227
        Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres - Salt spray tests
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