The Votsch VT4002 is a compact environmental testing chamber delivering precise temperature control from -40°C to +130°C across a 16-liter test space. Built for R&D laboratories, quality assurance, and reliability evaluation, this chamber combines rapid thermal cycling with intuitive control and remote monitoring capabilities. The unit achieves heating rates of 5.0 K/min and cooling rates of 2.5 K/min, regulated by a PID controller with single-point temperature sensing and up to 350 W heat compensation. A 32-bit S!MPAC control system drives a touch-panel interface, enabling both manual operation and programmable temperature profiles. Multiple connectivity options—Ethernet, USB, RS232, and web interface—support remote access and data logging. The EMC variant offers optimized shielding certified to 3 GHz with electrical and mechanical feedthroughs for signal integrity testing. Internal dimensions span 310 × 230 × 205 mm; the unit draws 0.7 kW at 230 V ±10%, 50 Hz, 1/N/PE and weighs 60 kg.
Technical Specifications
• Test Space Volume: 16 L
• Internal Dimensions: 310 mm W × 230 mm D × 205 mm H
• External Dimensions: 465 mm W × 515 mm D × 625 mm H (or 465 × 505 × 625 mm)
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +130°C (or -30°C to +100°C variant)
• Heating Rate: 5.0 K/min
• Cooling Rate: 2.5 K/min
• Heat Compensation (Max): 350 W
• Refrigerant: R-404A or R-452A
• Power Consumption: 0.7 kW
• Rated Voltage: 230 V ±10%, 1/N/PE, 50 Hz
• Weight: 60 kg
• Entry Port: 50 mm
– Key Features
• 32-bit S!MPAC control system with PID temperature regulation
• Touch-panel interface for manual operation
• Ethernet, USB, RS232, and web-based remote control
• Python library (voetsch.py) integration for API-driven control
• Programmable temperature profiles with settling-time stabilization
• EMC variant with 3 GHz shielding certification and electrical/mechanical feedthroughs
• IP54-rated switch cabinet
– Typical Applications
• Product reliability and performance evaluation under thermal stress
• Research and development testing
• Quality assurance and functionality validation
• EMC testing with shielded variant
– Compatibility & Integration
Web interface enables remote temperature monitoring and control. Python library (voetsch.py) supports basic functions including target temperature setting, chamber enable/disable, and real-time temperature readout. Advanced automation available via SimPati PC Software.
