Italian CLIMATIC CHAMBER
DOT TCEM-40 | 4.0 m³ – eAXLE with Z-Axis
Climatic chamber designed for thermal and climatic testing of e-Axle systems and integrated motor-transmission assemblies, developed for high-precision automotive applications and dynamic bench testing.
The 4.0 m³ configuration with integrated Z-axis enables controlled vertical movement of the test assembly, facilitating installation, alignment and integration with dynamometers and auxiliary systems.
Structural Architecture
AISI 304 stainless steel structure
Coupled half-shell configuration for full access to the test volume
Integrated vertical movement system (Z-axis)
High-thickness insulated sandwich panels
Dedicated technical compartment
Prepared for technical pass-throughs and test bench connections
Structure engineered for dynamic loads and installation on seismic mass
The integrated Z-axis provides enhanced operational flexibility during assembly and testing phases.
Thermal Performance
Temperature range: −40 °C to +90 °C
Temperature variation rate up to 4 °C/min
Thermal stability over time up to ±0.5 °C
Designed to manage typical dissipation loads of e-Axle and electric powertrain systems
The system guarantees stable and repeatable thermal cycles under dynamic testing conditions.
Climatic Performance
Relative humidity control up to 95 % RH
Climatic operating field: +10 °C to +90 °C
Accurate temperature and humidity regulation
Dew point management according to project climatogram
Refrigeration System
Direct expansion refrigeration circuit
High-efficiency industrial compressors
Water-cooled condenser configuration
System dimensioned to ensure stability within the specified operating range
Control System
DOT PLC platform with proprietary CliMaLogic® software:
Multi-step programmable thermal and climatic cycles
Real-time parameter monitoring
Integrated data logging
Ethernet / TCP-IP connectivity
Compatibility with supervision and dynamometer systems
Safety and Compliance
Safety interlock systems
Heating and refrigeration protection devices
Continuous monitoring of critical parameters
Designed in compliance with applicable European directives
Applications
e-Axle validation
Functional testing of motor-transmission assemblies
Dynamic testing with integrated vertical movement
Automotive development programs
R&D activities on electric propulsion systems
Custom Configurations
The TCEM platform can be configured according to:
Required internal volume
Operating temperature and humidity ranges
Thermal dissipation levels
Integration with dynamometer benches
Customized motion systems
Applicable test standards
