POLYTECHNIC PROJECT OF TURIN

Calorimetric Climate Chamber

The Calorimetric Climate Chamber designed and built by Il Disgelo for the Polytechnic University of Turin is an essential tool for study and experimentation in the field of energy efficiency and sustainability.

This chamber makes it possible to simulate controlled environmental conditions and accurately measure the thermal performance of materials, components and systems, with a specific focus on energy balance.

Key Features.

• Precise control of temperature and humidity to reproduce real operating conditions;

• Integrated calorimetric system for accurate heat transfer measurements;

• High-performance insulation structure to minimize energy loss;

• User-friendly control interface with dedicated software for data management and test parameters;

• Compatibility with standard communication protocols for integration into more complex monitoring systems;

• Custom-designed for the specific research needs of the Polytechnic University of Turin.

Technical Characteristics.

• Useful internal dimensions: 2420 mm H x 5830 mm W x 4030 mm D

• Useful interior single air-conditioned chamber dimensions: 2420 mm H x 2915 mm W x 4030 mm D

• Approximate exterior dimensions: 3500 mm H x 6350 mm W x 5900 mm D + electrical panel in rear technical compartment(1500 mm x 4000 mm)

• Temperature range Indoor: +5°C ÷ +50°C

• Temperature Range Outdoor: -15°C ÷ +50°C

• Temperature reading accuracy: ±0.5°C over time

• Temperature resolution: 0.1°C

• Deviation: ±1°C

• Uniformity in space: ≤2°C (IEC-EN-60068-3-5:2018)

• Fluctuation in time: ±0.3°C after 60 min stabilization

• Rate of thermal change ascent/descent: ≥0.5°C/min*

• Allowable dissipation:

  • At -15°C: 3500 Watt

  • At -5°C: 17000 Watt (per solar park)

  • At +15°C: 15000 Watt simultaneous operation (up to 25 kW single)

• Adjustable relative humidity: 20% ÷ 95% (between +5°C and +50°C with dew point limit)

• Relative humidity accuracy: ±2% ÷ ±3%

• Relative humidity resolution: 0.1%

• Humidity uniformity: ≤5% (stationary tests)

• Humidity fluctuation: ±5% after 60 min stabilization (IEC-EN 600068-3-5:2018)

• Approximate weight: 2000 kg chamber + 1700 kg skid

• Noise level at 5 m in non-reverberant room: 65 dB(A)

• Installed power: 59 kW (max absorbed 38 kW with simultaneity factor)

• Power supply: 400 V ± 10% three-phase + neutral + ground

* Values at empty room without internal load according to IEC-EN-60068-3-5 standards.

Project carried out through European tender

The supply of the Calorimetric Climate Chamber was awarded following a European open tender, which ensured high quality standards and transparency in the selection process.

Benefits for the Polytechnic

• Advanced support for energy and environmental research;

• Ability to conduct reproducible tests with high accuracy;

• Fundamental tool for the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly technologies.