Washington Labs provides Salt Fog Testing to assess the ability of your products to withstand corrosive environments, simulating the effects of saltwater exposure. We offer this testing to meet industry standards such as MIL-STD-810G, IEC 60068, and ASTM B117, ensuring the durability and reliability of your products in marine, aerospace, automotive, and other harsh conditions.
Salt Fog Testing evaluates how products perform when exposed to a salt mist environment. This is especially important for equipment that will be used in areas prone to marine environments, high humidity, or coastal conditions. The test helps identify potential corrosion, material degradation, and performance issues that could arise from prolonged exposure to salty air.
Our state-of-the-art salt fog testing facilities include:
- Salt Fog Chamber: Our chamber measures up to 72” x 42” x 42”, providing ample space to test both small and large components.
- Controlled Test Conditions: We carefully control temperature, humidity, and salt concentration throughout the testing process.
- Corrosion Evaluation: After exposure, we inspect the equipment for visible corrosion and degradation, identifying areas that need improvement.
We customize test durations and conditions to fit your specific product requirements, ensuring an accurate simulation of the environment where your product will be used.
Salt fog can cause corrosion and damage to electronics, metals, and other materials. Performing this test is crucial for:
- Ensuring durability: Verifying the product’s resilience in corrosive environments.
- Long-term performance: Testing products for extended exposure to salt mist or water.
- Industry standards: Meeting compliance requirements for marine, military, automotive, and aerospace industries.
Applications of Salt Fog Testing
Salt fog testing is commonly applied in industries where products face prolonged exposure to saltwater or saline environments:
- Aerospace: Ensuring components can survive exposure to salty air during flight or while in storage at coastal locations.
- Marine: Verifying that equipment such as navigation systems, engines, and housings remain operational despite saltwater exposure.
- Automotive: Testing vehicle undercarriages and body panels for corrosion resistance in coastal areas.
- Electronics: Ensuring electronic devices, connectors, and other sensitive components can withstand the harsh conditions of marine and coastal environments.
We perform Testing to meet the following industry standards:
- MIL-STD-810G: Testing requirements for military equipment to withstand environmental stress, including salt fog.
- IEC 60068: Environmental testing for electronic components, including corrosion testing.
- ASTM B117: Standard practice for operating salt spray apparatus to evaluate corrosion resistance.
Additional Environmental Testing Services
At Washington Labs, we also offer a full range of other environmental testing services, including temperature, humidity, vibration, shock, and rain ingress testing, to ensure your products are fully qualified for real-world conditions.
Contact Us for Salt Fog Testing and Certification
At Washington Labs, we are committed to providing you with professional Salt Fog Testing services tailored to your needs. Whether you need to evaluate marine equipment, aerospace components, or automotive parts, we offer reliable testing that ensures your products meet the standards for durability and corrosion resistance.
Conveniently located in the DC Metro area, we provide Salt Fog Testing services for clients across the US and internationally. Contact us today to discuss your testing needs and receive a quote for your project.
Washington Laboratories, Ltd.
Telephone: 301-216-1500
4840 Winchester Blvd., Suite #5,
Frederick, MD 21703
