ESPEC’s solid construction walk-ins are desirable for testing large loads of PV modules or panels at 85°C/85% as well as humidity-freeze and temperature cycling tests. Hermetically welded seams and stainless-steel interior ensure integrity under extreme conditions required by IEC.
The models come in different performance versions, depending on your application. More powerful performance allows you to complete the temperature-cycling test faster, or with a maximum number of modules. There also is a 'damp-heat' only model that saves you capital-cost and energy.
Easy-to-use Programmer
In addition, the P-300 programmer makes running an ESPEC environmental test chamber a breeze. The full-color, touch-screen interface is remarkably easy to use and understand. The P-300 can be managed remotely via our new Ethernet/LAN-based Web Controller, serial port, or GP-IB/LabView.
Solid Walk-in Overview
This video is an overview of the features and benefits of the Solid Walk-in series.
Features for EWSX282 Solar Panel Large Walk-in Chambers
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Get improved performance, energy savings, plus USB access
The exclusive ESPEC P-300 controller has USB and Ethernet features to make programming and data collection easier than before. The user interface uses tabs for faster access to any screen. Standard USB and optional Web Controller/Ethernet interfaces make programming and data acquisition much simpler. In addition, improved algorithms make operation faster and smoother.
USB port for upload/download of test profiles and test data
Test programs can uploaded or downloaded from the P-300 via USB thumb drive.
Create, edit, and store programs on a PC using the included Pattern Manager Lite software.
Accurate, repeatable testing by uploading the same program to multiple chambers.
Create your own back-up archive of programs, and get additional profiles from ESPEC's library.
Retrieve and download test operation data via USB thumb drive. Data timeframe is selectable.
For integrity, viewing test data on a PC and exporting to Excel requires included Pattern Manager Lite software.
Energy-saving operation
Invisible to the end user, the P-300 uses advanced cooling control via an electronic expansion valve, saving energy and improving temperature stability. Sophisticated future-looking algorithms make temperature ramping faster and smoother. These high-end features are unique to ESPEC. Additional improvements in refrigeration and heater operation will make the next generation of ESPEC chambers the most energy efficient ever.
Additional capabilities
Store up to forty programs, as well as three different constant-mode set-ups.
Multilingual display in English, Japanese, Chinese, or Korean.
Alarm diagnostics and history, plus a ‘back trace’ feature for troubleshooting.
Three programmable timers allow the user to set reminders for maintenance or other actions.
Energy saving by using only one compressor when testing above -10°C (for cascade refrigeration models).
Computer interface options for specialized programs: RS-232/serial or GP-IB.
P-300 Specification
Specification
Features
Display
Color touch-screen, 6.5 inch diagonal, 640x480 resolution
Multilingual display in English, Japanese, Chinese, or Korean
Control Method
PID (Proportional, Integral, Derivative)
plus WRTC (Window Reference Trajectory Control)
Communications
Standard: USB External Memory port
Optional: RS-232, RS-485, GP-IB, Ethernet
Operating Modes
(as indicated in upper left of the display)
STOP: chamber off, programmer on
PGM: RUN runs selected test profile
CONSTANT: runs at set value continually
Program Capacity
40 programs, 99 steps per program
Programming Capabilities
Create or copy programs
Upload and download of programs via USB
Copy, edit, insert, and delete steps
Two nested loops to repeat steps 999 times
Selectable end-of-test modes
Create pause steps within programs
Soak control delays timer until setpoint is reached
Additional Functions
Alarm report lists last 1000 alarms and time occurred
Time signal relay control (with naming capability)
High/low limit alarm functions
Audible alarm with on-screen explanation
Selectable restart modes after power failure
Automatic start and stop functions
Keylock protection and configuration lock-out
Service guide and help screens
Three settable reminder alarms for PM
Running time meter is integral
RoHS directive lead-free compliant
Pattern Manager Lite Software
Allows creation, editing, and archive storage of test profiles on a PC
Test profiles may be uploaded and downloaded to P-300
Allows viewing and graphing of chamber operation data downloaded via USB
Operation data may be exported to CSV for use with Excel or other programs
Software Options
Learn more about ways to access ESPEC controllers via software our support page: Software for P-300
Recommended: Web Controller
The ESPEC Web Controller is an embedded server/software solution for monitoring and programming your chamber via Ethernet. Works with P-300, SCP-220, F4T, & F4 controllers.