CWT-108 Datasheet, PDF (1/1 Pages) Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc. – UNIQUE OPEN LOOP WIND TUNNEL FOR THERMAL CHARACTERIZATION OF COMPONENTS, BOARDS AND HEAT SINKS

OPEN LOOP WIND TUNNEL
CWT-108™
UNIQUE OPEN LOOP WIND TUNNEL FOR THERMAL
CHARACTERIZATION OF COMPONENTS, BOARDS AND HEAT SINKS
The CWT-108™ is a research quality wind tunnel designed for
multiple PCB and component level testing. It is used in air flow
characterization and flow visualization, thermal resistance
measurements and generation of P-Q curves. The large test
section (24 x 24 x 8") is designed to accommodate multiple
PCBs as seen in a typical ATCA chassis.
The wind tunnel can also be used to characterize different heat
sink sizes for natural and forced convection cooling. Multiple
heat sinks can be tested side by side to determine their thermal
performance in the same environment.
The CWT-108™ produces uniform air flows of up to 5.5 m/s
(1100 ft/min). Air is drawn into the tunnel with up to five variable
DC fans mounted at the exhaust section of the tunnel. These
fans are mounted on a tray and can be easily replaced with
another tray to accommodate larger or smaller fans, should different air flow ranges be required.
An internal flow management system, with honeycombs and screens, breaks up turbulence
and provides uniform and homogeneous flow in the test section.
The CWT-108™ can be operated both vertically and horizontally and features a Plexiglas™
test section for ease of flow visualization.
The CWT-108™ includes 18 sensor ports in front and on the sides of the test section for the insertion
of a variety of probes, such as thermocouples, Pitot tubes, velocity measuring sensors, etc.
PCBs are mounted on a flexible railing in the test section. The flexibility of the movable mounting
plate allows users to design and build their own
modifications to suit specific needs. The mounting plate
can be adjusted in two directions using appropriate length
standoffs.
* Power supply not included.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS (L X W X D)
195 x 101 x 83 cm
(77 x 40 x 33")
TEST SECTION
61 x 61 x 20.3 cm
(24 x 24 x 8")
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MATERIALS
Aluminum, Plexiglas, & Stainless Steel
SENSOR PORTS
18
FLOW RANGE
0 to 5.5 m/s (0 to 1100 ft/min)
WEIGHT
88 kg (193 lbs.)
For further technical information, please contact Advanced Thermal
Solutions, Inc. at 1-781-769-2800 or www.qats.com
FEATURES:
» Multiple PCB Testing
Test actual or simulated PCBs
for thermal and flow distribution
» Flow Visualization
Observe flow distribution
in the tunnel by smoke or
buoyant bubbles through the
all Plexiglas^® test section
» H eat Sink Characterization
Characterize a variety of
heat sink sizes for natural and
forced convection cooling
» Heat Sink Comparison
Test two heat sinks side by side
and compare their thermal perfor-
mance in the same environment
» C omponent Testing
Utilize for individual or
multiple component testing
» V ariable Speed
Change flow rates by controlling
the fan RPM
» Quick Access
Quickly change the test specimen
through the test section cover
» Sensor Ports
Measure pressure, velocity
and temperature through
the sensor ports
» Sensor Calibration
Uniform velocity profile at the
testing section allows accurate
calibration of sensors
» O rientation
Wind tunnel can be operated
horizontally or vertically
» Free Lifetime Tech Support
APPLICATIONS:
» Telecommunications
» A utomotive
» Medical
» Chemical
» University Research
89-27 ACCESS ROAD, NORWOOD, MA 02062 USA | T: 781.769. 2800 F: 781.769.9979 | WWW.QATS.COM
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