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Q-SUN Xe-1-B
Xenon Test Chambers
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  • Page 1 Q-SUN Xe-1-B Xenon Test Chambers For Serial Numbers: XX-XXXXX-79-Xe1B Revision Date 03 Mar 2022...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 11. Calibration (Feb 2022) ............50 1. Specifications, Classifications, Symbols ....... 3 11.1 Irradiance Calibration ............51 1.1 Specifications, Classifications (Mar 2019) ......3 11.1.1 Using the Universal Calibrator System (Feb 2022) ..51 1.2 Symbols (Aug 2020) .............. 4 11.1.2 Using the CR20 Calibration Radiometer (Feb 2022) ..

  • Page 3: Specifications, Classifications, Symbols

    Section 1. Specifications, Classifications, Symbols Section 1. Specifications, Classes, Symbols 1. Specifications, Classifications, Symbols 1.1 Specifications, Classifications (Mar 2019) ● The recommended ambient operating temperature and relative humidity (RH) for the Q-SUN tester is 23 ± 5 °C and 50 ± 25% RH. ●...

  • Page 4: Symbols (Aug 2020)

    Section 1. Specifications, Classifications, Symbols Section 1. Specifications, Classes, Symbols 1.2 Symbols (Aug 2020) Electrical Shock Hazard Hot Surfaces Hazard Attention Finger/Hand Crushing Hazard Local waste & recycling regulations per the WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment...

  • Page 5: Safety Information (Feb 2022)

    2. Safety Information (Feb 2022) Overview Q-Lab accepts no responsibility for the consequences if the user fails to comply with the instructions in this Technical Manual. Q-Lab will accept responsibility for defective parts or components only if the machinery was defective at the time that the tester was shipped.

  • Page 6: Warning Labels

    Section 2. Safety Information Section 2. Safety Information Section 2. Safety Information Heat and Electrical Shock Hazards Warning Labels ● All Q-SUN Xe-1 models are equipped with a lamp access door interlock switch that turns off the xenon lamps when the lamp access door is opened (Figure 2a).

  • Page 7: Ultraviolet (Uv) Light

    Section 2. Safety Information Section 2. Safety Information Section 2. Safety Information Section 2. Safety Information Ultraviolet and Infrared Hazards Ultraviolet (UV) Light ● The Q-SUN lamps produce UV light that can cause severe sunburn, eye inflammation, and damage to your vision.

  • Page 8: General Description (Feb 2022)

    3. General Description (Feb 2022) The LX-5090B-TM Q-SUN Xe-1 Technical Manual provides information on the installation, operation, and maintenance of Q-SUN Xe-1-B test chambers. Overview ● Q-SUN Xe-1 test chambers are laboratory simulators of the effects of indoor and outdoor light stability and weathering.

  • Page 9: Operating Environment

    ● Operating outside the recommended range can result in the tester producing chamber temperature and/or humidity faults. ● Never operate your tester in lab temperatures >40 °C or >80% RH. ● Consult with Q-Lab for more specific information about achievable chamber temperature/humidity values based upon various ambient lab conditions. Physical Environment ●...

  • Page 10: Unsuitable Environments (May 2020)

    Section 4. Operating Environment 4.2 Unsuitable Environments (May 2020) Salt Fog or Other Airborne Contamination ● Operating a Q-SUN tester in an unsuitable environment will void the warranty. ● DO NOT install Q-SUN testers in a room with corrosion chambers (Figure 4.2a).
  • Page 11 ● Low Voltage: Recurring “brown-outs” or voltages less than 90% of the rated voltage will damage electrical components. ● Water Leaks from Ceiling: Water leaking onto the tester will damage electrical components. For further detail on laboratory environment requirements, please contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support. See for contact information. Section 18...

  • Page 12: Uncrating

    Carefully read these instructions before uncrating the tester. Follow all local, OSHA, EHS, and other applicable equipment operation and material handling safety requirements, recommendations, and practices. ● Q-SUN Xe-1-B testers are shipped in one of two types of packaging (Figure 5.1a Figure 5.1b).
  • Page 13 Section 5. Uncrating Figure 5.2a: Labels on the carton indicate the Figure 5.2b: Open this envelope for important envelope to be opened first. uncrating instructions. Carton and Wooden Go To Step Frame Carton Only Go To Step Uncrating instructions are located in this envelope. Packaged with wooden frame continue with Step Remove and read the instructions.
  • Page 14 Section 5. Uncrating Use Fork Lift to Remove Crate in One Piece If a fork lift is not available, use a pry bar to carefully remove the horizontal and vertical wooden pieces If a fork lift is available, use it to carefully lift the off of the tester.
  • Page 15 Section 5. Uncrating Q-Lab recommends that at least two people 12. Carefully lift the tester off of the skid remove the Q-SUN from the skid. To complete tester installation see through Section 6.1 Section 6.4. 13. Go to the sections listed above.

  • Page 16: Setup

    6. Setup 6.1 Dimensions and Space Requirements (Feb 2022) ● The Q-SUN Xe-1-B is designed for tabletop or bench top installation. ● Tester external dimensions are 78 cm × 52 cm × 65 cm (30.5" × 20.5" × 25.5"). ● The tester has four adjustable leveling pads.

  • Page 17: Electrical (Aug 2020)

    Installation Rated as Installation (Over voltage) Category II for transient over voltages. Figure 6.2a: Electrical specifications. Connections Step 1. The Q-SUN Xe-1-B model comes in 208 V single phase and 230 V single phase versions (Figure 6.2a). ● 208 V or 230 V is specified when the machine is ordered.

  • Page 18: Water (Jan 2022)

    Section 6. Setup 6.3 Water (Jan 2022) ● The Q-SUN Xe-1-B does not require water.

  • Page 19: Venting (May 2020)

    IMPORTANT: Air intakes and exhausts must not be obstructed. Keep filters clean. Section 14.5 for more information on filter cleaning. Air Intake and Exhaust Air Exhaust Air Intake Air Exhaust Rear View Figure 6.4: Q-SUN Xe-1-B air intake and exhaust areas.

  • Page 20: Xenon Light System

    Section 7. Xenon Light System 7. Xenon Light System 7.1 Xenon Lamps and Specimen Geometry (Jan 2022) Q-SUN Xe-1 testers use a xenon lamp to reproduce the damaging effects of sunlight. Read Section 2 on safety before operating the xenon lamps. ●...

  • Page 21: Solar Eye Irradiance Control System (Feb 2022)

    Section 7. Xenon Light System 7.2 SOLAR EYE Irradiance Control System (Feb 2022) ● The Q-SUN Xe-1 irradiance control system includes the main controller, an irradiance sensor, ballast, and the lamp (Figure 7.2). ● The irradiance sensor measures light intensity and sends information to the controller. ●...

  • Page 22: Irradiance Sensors (Jan 2022)

    ● The irradiance control system must be re-calibrated whenever the sensor is changed. See Section 11.1 calibration instructions. NOTE: Contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support if irradiance stability issues occur when changing the irradiance sensor type. See Section 18 for Q-Lab contact information.

  • Page 23: Uv Filters (Feb 2022)

    ● The filter type name is etched on the filters for easy identification (see Figure 7.4a). ● See Section 16 for optical filter part numbers ● Consult Q-Lab Technical Bulletin LX-5060 A Choice of Filters for Q-SUN Xenon Test Chambers for more information on choice of filter for your application. Filter Type Description Daylight-Q Noon summer sunlight.
  • Page 24 Section 7. Xenon Light System Spectral Power Distributions (also called Spectral Irradiance) Spectral Power Distributions Daylight Filters 0.68 W/m /nm @340 nm Natural Sunlight Daylight-B/B Daylight-Q Daylight-F Daylight-Q Sunlight Daylight-B/B Daylight-F Wavelength (nm) Figure 7.4b: Spectral power distributions of Daylight filters from 250-800 nm. Spectral Power Distributions Daylight Filters 0.68 W/m /nm @340 nm...
  • Page 25 Section 7. Xenon Light System Spectral Power Distributions Window Filters 1.50 W/m /nm @420 nm Sunlight Through Window Glass Window-IR Window-B/SL Window-Q Window-SF5 Window-SF5 Window-B/SL Sunlight Through Window Glass Window-IR Window-Q Wavelength (nm) Figure 7.4d: Spectral power distributions of Window filters from 250-800 nm. Spectral Power Distributions Window Filters 1.50 W/m /nm @420 nm...
  • Page 26 Section 7. Xenon Light System Spectral Power Distributions Extended-UV Filters 0.68 W/m /nm @340 nm Natural Sunlight Extended UV-Quartz Sunlight Extended UV-Q/B Extended UV-Q/B Extended UV-Quartz Wavelength (nm) Figure 7.4f: Spectral power distributions of Extended-UV Filters from 250-800 nm. Spectral Power Distributions Extended-UV Filters 0.68 W/m /nm @340 nm Natural Sunlight...
  • Page 27 Section 7. Xenon Light System Spectral Power Distributions Irradiance with UV Blocking Filter ASTM G177 Window Sunlight Through Window Glass Window-Q Window - Q Window-Q + UV Blocking Window - Q + UV Blocking Window-Q + UV Blocking Window-Q Sunlight Through Window Glass Wavelength (nm) Wavelength (nm)

  • Page 28: Temperature Control System

    Section 8. Temperature Systems 8. Temperature Control System 8.1 Panel Temperature Sensors (Aug 2020) Overview ● Xe-1 testers use a temperature sensor to control operating temperature during a test. ● Black-painted temperature sensors (Figure 8.1a Figure 8.1b)are found in nearly every test standard for the Q-SUN Xe-1.

  • Page 29: Sensor Location

    Section 8. Temperature Systems White Panel Temperature Sensor ● White panel temperature sensors are identical to black panel temperature sensors, except painted white. White panel sensors are not used widely. ● Uninsulated and insulated white panels are available. ● A white panel can replace the black panel, or a white panel can be added to the tester with the black panel. ●...

  • Page 30: Optional Chamber Air Temperature Sensor (Jan 2022)

    ● Either the panel temperature or the CAT can be controlled. o Both temperatures cannot be controlled simultaneously. o The temperature to control is specified when the test cycle is programmed (see Section ● Contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support for more information. Chamber Air Temperature Sensor...

  • Page 31: Temperature Control (Jan 2022)

    Section 8. Temperature Systems 8.3 Temperature Control (Jan 2022) ● The black panel temperature is controlled using a variable speed blower and an electric heater (Figure 8.3a). ● Air is pulled into the tester through a filter and exhausted through vents in the rear of the chamber (Figure 8.3b).

  • Page 32: Controller Operation

    9. Controller Operation 9.1 Summary (Jan 2022) ● The Q-SUN Xe-1-B tester is equipped with a Gen 3 main controller. ● The main controller monitors and controls all functions of the tester. ● Interactive software allows easy programming and operation using the keyboard and LCD displays.

  • Page 33: Displays And Keypad (Jan 2022)

    Section 9. Main Controller Operation 9.2 Displays and Keypad (Jan 2022) Step Total Time Irradiance Time Test Time Hours Elapsed Actual: Set: @ nm Hours: Min Hours: Min kJ/m kJ/m Elapsed Figure 9.2a: 10.2a: Xe-1 Irradiance, Temperature, Step Time, Test Time and Total Time Display Figure 9.2b: 10.2b: Xe-1 Full Control Panel Status Message...

  • Page 34: Programming (Jan 2018)

    Section 9. Main Controller Operation 9.3 Programming (Jan 2018) ● Press the PROGRAM key to enter Program Mode (Figure 9.3). ● The Status display will show the current program mode. ● Use up/down arrow keys to select program modes P1 to P10. INFORMATION NOTES SET TEST DURATION...

  • Page 35: Diagnostics (Feb 2022)

    This shows the current temperature of the black panel. This is BLACK PANEL TEMPERATURE= XXX°C useful when Chamber Air Temp (CAT) control is selected Displays the tester’s serial number as input either at Q-Lab or SERIAL NUMBER = XX-XXXXX-XX-XXXXX during a TEB replacement or Reset operation.

  • Page 36: Running A Test

    Section 10. Running a Test 10. Running a Test ● Tests can be run using standard test cycles pre-programmed into the tester, or custom cycles can be constructed. ● Common test cycles that can be pre-programmed into the Q-SUN are shown in Section 12.2.
  • Page 37 Section 10. Running a Test Black Panel Temperature Range ● The table below shows the black panel and chamber air temperature ranges when the lab temperature is 23 °C. ● Higher or lower lab temperatures will change the temperature control range. ●...
  • Page 38 Section 10. Running a Test Common Test Cycles ISO 4892-2 (2013) Cycle B2 (same as ISO 16474-2, Cycle B2) Plastics – Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources – Part 2: Xenon-arc lamps Optical Filters: Window-Q, Window-BSL UV Sensor: 420 nm* Black Panel: Insulated Black Panel Irradiance...
  • Page 39 Section 10. Running a Test ISO 4892-2 (2013) Cycle B8 (same as ISO 16474-2, Cycle B6; JIS 7350-2 Cycle 16; GB/T 16422.2 Cycle 16) Plastics – Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources – Part 2: Xenon-arc lamps Optical Filters: Window-Q, Window-BSL UV Sensor: 420 nm* Black Panel: Uninsulated Black Panel...

  • Page 40: Changing Uv Optical Filters (Mar 2022)

    ● The UV filter can now be lifted out and replaced. ● Please contact and request Service Instructions X-7460-L for UV filter installation Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support details. IMPORTANT: Never operate the tester without a glass UV filter below the lamp.
  • Page 41 Section 10. Running a Test Figure 10.2a: Optical Filter Type Etched into Filter Figure 10.2b: Multi-Segment Optical Filter in Frame...

  • Page 42: Mounting Test Specimens (Feb 2022)

    Section 10. Running a Test 10.3 Mounting Test Specimens (Feb 2022) Specimen Tray Figure 10.3a: Specimen Tray without Clips, X-10195-X Do Not Cover Black Panel Caution: Do not cover or shadow the black panel. ● Covering the black panel with specimens or shadow lowers its temperature and can cause the heater to stay on too long, overheating the specimens (Figure 10.3b Figure...
  • Page 43 Section 10. Running a Test Panel Holders ● Panel holder assemblies are available to hold flat, 50×100 mm (2×4") specimens (Figure 10.3e Figure 10.3f). ● The panel holder assemblies come with blank anodized aluminum Q-PANEL test panels and retaining rings. ®...
  • Page 44 Section 10. Running a Test Mounting an Insulated Black Panel When Using Panel Holders When using panel holders and an insulated black panel (IBP), the IBP should be mounted on a special holder shown below (Figure 10.3g, i, j). These special holders are included in the specimen holder kits. The second IBP holder is used when calibrating with the UC202 IBP.
  • Page 45 Section 10. Running a Test Mounting an Uninsulated Black Panel When Using Panel Holders When using panel holders and an uninsulated black panel (BP), the BP should be mounted on a standard 50x100 mm (2×4") panel holder (Figure 10.3k). Use a retaining ring to hold the BP in place. Fill the panel holder with a 50x100 mm (2×4") specimen (Figure 10.3l).
  • Page 46 Section 10. Running a Test Mounting Thin Films or Textile Specimens with Standard Panel Figure 10.3n: Thin Film Mounted in Panel Holder Mounting Thin Films or Textile Specimens with Open Panel ● To mount thin films or textile specimens without a panel backing (so both sides of the specimen are exposed to air), a special panel holder is available.

  • Page 47: Bottle Holders

    Section 10. Running a Test Bottle Holders 17.5 mm 0.69" X-10183 Figure 10.3p: Holder is slotted to hold narrow cylindrical specimens 44.5 mm 1.75" X-10184 Figure 10.3q: Holder is slotted to hold wider cylindrical specimens...
  • Page 48 Section 10. Running a Test 3D Specimens ● The following graph (Figure 11.3t) shows the relationship between distance above the specimen tray and irradiance. ● Specimen surfaces above the specimen tray receive higher irradiance. mm 0 Distance Above Specimen Tray Figure 10.3r: Distance Above Specimen Tray vs.

  • Page 49: Repositioning Test Specimens (Sep 2016)

    Section 10. Running a Test 10.4 Repositioning Test Specimens (Sep 2016) Regular repositioning of test specimens is recommended to obtain uniform exposures. ● Specimens to be tested for 2000 hours (12 weeks) should be repositioned weekly. ● Specimens to be tested for 100 hours should be repositioned daily. ●...

  • Page 50: Calibration (Feb 2022)

    Section 11. Calibration 11. Calibration (Feb 2022) ● The table below lists the Q-SUN Xe-1-B onboard sensors which require periodic re-calibration or replacement. ● The following sub-sections provide step-by-step calibration instructions for the sensors. Sensor Calibration Frequency Calibration Instrument Universal Calibrator System or...

  • Page 51: Irradiance Calibration

    Section 11. Calibration 11.1 Irradiance Calibration 11.1.1 Using the Universal Calibrator System (Feb 2022) Overview ● The Universal Calibrator (UC) System includes the UC1 handheld display unit and a UC20/340, UC20/420, UC20/TUV or UC20/LUX Smart Sensor (Figure 11.1.1a). ● The UC1 is a display and control unit only – it cannot be calibrated. ●...
  • Page 52 ● Optionally, Smart Sensors can be returned to Q-Lab for recalibration. Contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support for more information. ● A single UC1 display unit can be used with all Q-Lab Smart Sensors to calibrate Q-SUN (as well as Q-Lab QUV) testers.
  • Page 53 Section 11. Calibration Irradiance Calibration Procedure ● The calibration instructions are listed in the steps below. ● Calibrate with test specimens in place. ● Irradiance calibration should always be done before black panel calibration. Running Light Step Irradiance 0.68 Actual: 0.68 Set: @ nm...
  • Page 54 Section 11. Calibration This symbol on the connector faces up Calibration Port Smart Sensor Connector Locate the irradiance calibration port on the Xe-1 Plug the UC20 Smart Sensor USB connector into control panel. the USB port on the bottom of the UC1. UC1 Mounting Strip Locate the UC1 magnetic mounting strip on the Plug the UC1 connection cable into the calibration...
  • Page 55 Section 11. Calibration Tester Control Panel UC20/340 UC20/420 Status TEST SUSPENDED UC20/LUX UC20/TUV M33 WRONG RADIOMETER SHOULD BE 340 nm Message If M33 is displayed, disconnect the Smart Sensor. Clear the error message. Connect the Smart f If the Smart Sensor does not match the sensor in the Sensor that matches the Xe-1 sensor.
  • Page 56 Smart Sensor Info Smart Sensor Info System Settings System Settings q-lab.com/UC q-lab.com/UC f The UC1 “home” screen when a Smart Sensor is not f The UC1 “home” screen showing the calibrate icon connected. Connect Smart Sensor as in Step 5.
  • Page 57 Section 11. Calibration Q-SUN Irradiance Q-SUN Irradiance Sensor Calibration Sensor Calibration 340nm Narrowband 420nm Narrowband Select Tester Select Tester Select Filter @340nm @420nm f The connected smart sensor type is displayed. This f This is the UC20/420 smart sensor display. is the UC20/340 smart sensor display.
  • Page 58 Section 11. Calibration Q-SUN Irradiance Q-SUN Irradiance Sensor Calibration Sensor Calibration 340nm Narrowband 340nm Narrowband Select Tester Select Tester Select Tester Select Tester Select Filter Select Filter Xe-1 Xe-2 Xe-3 @340nm @340nm 19. Press the Select Tester box. f The Select Tester list is displayed. Q-SUN Irradiance Q-SUN Irradiance Sensor Calibration...
  • Page 59 Section 11. Calibration Q-SUN Irradiance Q-SUN Irradiance Sensor Calibration Sensor Calibration 340nm Narrowband 340nm Narrowband Xe-1 Xe-1 Daylight-Q Select Filter Select Filter Select Filter Ext. UV-Quartz 0.68 Extended UV-QB Filter Selected @340nm @340nm Daylight-BB Daylight-F Must Match Daylight-Q Filter in the Xe-1 Window-B/SL Window-Q 22.
  • Page 60 5 minutes. Calibrate Smart Sensor Info System Settings q-lab.com/UC f Repeat Step 23 to make sure that the UC20 Smart 26. Disconnect the UC1 from the tester. Remove the Sensor and the Xe-1 actual irradiance values have UC20 Smart Sensor from the test chamber.
  • Page 61 UC1 Screen Calibrate Display Smart Sensor Info System Settings q-lab.com/UC Follow Steps 2 through 7 in Section 12.1.1 to connect the Smart Sensor to the UC1 and UC1 to f The UC1 “home” screen is displayed. the tester. Smart Sensor...
  • Page 62 Smart Sensor Info 16 November 2017 Calibration Expiration: System Settings 16 November 2018 *Calibration refers to the Smart Sensor, not the tester. Additionally, the UC1 q-lab.com/UC display unit never requires calibration. Press f The home screen is displayed. System Settings Select Language...
  • Page 63 Section 11. Calibration System System Settings Settings Select Language Select Language English English English Set Date Set Date French Spanish Month Month February February German Italian Chinese Year Year 2018 2018 Japanese Korean Software Version 1.000 Software Version1.000 Press to select a language from the list. f The selected language is displayed.
  • Page 64 Section 11. Calibration System System Settings Settings Select Language Select Language English English Set Date Set Date Month Month February February enter cancel Year Year 2018 2018 Software Version 1.000 Software Version 1.000 Press the day box. f The day number pad is displayed. System System Settings...
  • Page 65 Sensor Calibration 340nm Narrowband Xe-1 Daylight-Q Replace your UC20/340 irradiance 0.68 Smart Sensor by: @340nm 7 Nov 2018 Alternatively, you may return your Smart Sensor to Q-Lab for recalibration. f This screen displays the Smart Sensor replacement f Press date.
  • Page 66 Q-Lab will recalibrate and return the sensor along with a new calibration certificate. o Q-Lab will recalibrate and dispose of the sensor. A new calibration certificate will be returned to the customer to document the “as received” and “after calibration” values.
  • Page 67 Section 11. Calibration UC1 Battery Low ● If the UC1 battery is low, the screen below will be displayed over the Home or Calibrate screen every time the unit is connected to the tester. ● The UC1 can work without a battery since it’s powered by the tester. However, the date will not be stored and calibration alerts will not be displayed.

  • Page 68: Using The Cr20 Calibration Radiometer (Feb 2022)

    Section 11. Calibration 11.1.2 Using the CR20 Calibration Radiometer (Feb 2022) Overview ● The CR20 radiometer measures irradiance in units of watts per square meter (W/m ● The CR20 comes with a 340 nm, 420 nm, or TUV (300-400 nm) sensor (Figure 11.1.2a Figure 11.1.2b).
  • Page 69 Section 11. Calibration Irradiance Calibration Procedure ● Calibrate the Q-SUN in a light cycle and at normal operating temperature and irradiance. ● Calibrate with test specimens in place. ● Irradiance calibration should always be done before black panel calibration. ● Do not calibrate the irradiance sensor during a dark step. Clean Clean the sensor face with 99% isopropyl alcohol Remove the CR20 calibration radiometer from the...
  • Page 70 Section 11. Calibration If the CR20 (340 nm, 420 nm or TUV) sensor does not match the sensors in the Q-SUN, an error message will appear and calibration will not be performed. The controller, however, DOES NOT identify a mismatched filter and sensor combination (See Figure 11.1.2a).
  • Page 71 Section 11. Calibration Running Light Step Irradiance 0.68 Actual: 0.68 Set: @ nm Run the Xe-1 in a Light Step. Make sure the black 10. Close the chamber door with the CR20 UV detector panel temperature and the irradiance are at the cord routed out of the chamber.

  • Page 72: Black Panel Calibration

    Section 11. Calibration 11.2 Black Panel Calibration 11.2.1 Using the Universal Calibrator System (Feb 2022) Overview The black panel temperature sensor should be recalibrated every six months and whenever the black panel, UV filters, UV sensor, or test cycle conditions are changed. ●...
  • Page 73 ● Optionally, Smart Sensors can be returned to Q-Lab for recalibration. Contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support for more information. ● A single UC1 display unit can be used with all Q-Lab Smart Sensors to calibrate Q-SUN (as well as Q-Lab QUV) testers.

  • Page 74: Calibration Procedure

    Section 11. Calibration Calibration Procedure ● The Q-SUN black panel and UC202 black panel should be mounted the same way the Q-SUN black panel will be mounted during testing. o If the black panel will be attached to the specimen tray during testing, then both the onboard and calibration black panels should be attached to the specimen tray during calibration.
  • Page 75 UC1 Screen Calibrate Display Smart Sensor Info System Settings q-lab.com/UC When connected to the Xe-1 the UC1 display unit f The UC1 “home” screen showing the calibrate icon home screen will appear. when a Temperature Smart Sensor is connected. Magnetic...
  • Page 76 Section 11. Calibration Magnet 10. When performing calibrations, the UC1 can be held The UC1 unit has a magnet on the back. in place by the magnetic mounting strip. Q-SUN Uninsulated Black Panel UC202/BP Uninsulated Black Panel Specimen Holder Open the Xe-1 Chamber door. Pull out the 12.
  • Page 77 Q-SUN Temperature Sensor Calibration Uninsulated Black Panel Calibrate 70.0 Smart Sensor Info System Settings q-lab.com/UC Press on the UC1 display. f The black panel temperature is displayed. Q-SUN Temperature Sensor Calibration Uninsulated Black Panel 70.0 The UC202 temperature must be entered into the Q-SUN controller using the control panel keypad.

  • Page 78: Using The Ct202 Calibration Thermometer (Feb 2018)

    Section 11. Calibration 11.2.2 Using the CT202 Calibration Thermometer (Feb 2018) Overview The black panel temperature sensor should be recalibrated every six months with a CT202 calibration thermometer and whenever the black panel, UV filters, UV sensor, or test cycle conditions are changed. ●...
  • Page 79 Section 11. Calibration Calibration Procedure ● The Q-SUN black panel and CT202 black panel should be mounted the same way the Q-SUN black panel will be mounted during testing. o If the black panel will be attached to the specimen tray during testing, then both the onboard and calibration black panels should be attached to the specimen tray during calibration.
  • Page 80 Section 11. Calibration Q-SUN Insulated Black Panel CT202/IBP Insulated Black Panel Special Insulated Black Panel Holders Place Q-SUN and CT202 black panels in holders If specimens and Q-SUN Insulated Black Panel are on the tray with specimens in holders. in holders, mount CT202/IBP in a holder. Or place Q-SUN and CT202 black panels directly Hang the CT202 on the Xe-1 plumbing door.
  • Page 81 Section 11. Calibration Allow the Q-SUN to stabilize at the irradiance and 12. The black panel temperature is displayed on the temperature set points. CT202. The CT202 temperature must be entered into the Q-SUN controller using the control panel keypad. 13.

  • Page 82: Chamber Air Temp Sensor Calibration (Feb 2022)

    Section 11. Calibration 11.3 Chamber Air Temperature (CAT) Sensor Calibration (Feb 2022) ● A chamber air temperature sensor is optional for the Q-SUN Xe-1-B model. ● The chamber air temperature sensor should be calibrated every 6 months. ● The following tools are needed to calibrate the chamber air temperature sensor:...
  • Page 83 Section 11. Calibration The Water Should be at Approximately the Same Temperature as the Chamber Air Temperature Set Point. Fill an insulated container with water of approximately the same temperature to which the chamber air temperature will be set. Sensor and Probe Reference Reference Thermometer Probe Thermometer...

  • Page 84: Entering Temperature Calibration Values (Feb 2018)

    Section 11. Calibration 11.4 Entering Temperature Calibration Values (Feb 2018) Program Status P1 SET TEST DURATION Message Escape Enter PROGRAM Press on the Xe-1 control panel f P1 SET TEST DURATION is displayed. keypad. Program Status P4 CALIBRATE TEMPERATURE SENSORS Message Escape Enter...
  • Page 85 Section 11. Calibration Program Status IS CALIBRATION REFERENCE IN PLACE? Message Escape Enter f IS CALIBRATION REFERENCE IN PLACE? is Press ENTER. displayed. Program Status REFERENCE TEMPERATURE = XX.X Message Escape Enter Press ENTER. f REFERENCE TEMPERATURE = XX.X is displayed. Same as Reference Thermometer Program...

  • Page 86: Saving Changes

    Section 11. Calibration Program Status ENTER=ACCEPT CHANGES; ESCAPE=CANCEL Message Escape Enter Press ENTER. f This message is displayed. Program Status SAVING CHANGES Message Escape Enter Press ENTER. is displayed. f SAVING CHANGES 10. Close the test chamber door. Black panel Remove the calibration device from the tester.

  • Page 87: Data Logging - Virtual Stripchart

    ● To use VIRTUAL STRIPCHART the tester must be connected to a computer running the Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 10 operating system. ● Contact the Q-Lab Repair or Sales department to obtain the VIRTUAL STRIPCHART data logging software and instructions. See Section ●...

  • Page 88: Viewing The Data On The Computer (Nov 2014)

    Section 12. Data Logging 12.2 Viewing the Data on the Computer (Nov 2014) Screen Shots Figure 12.2a: VIRTUAL STRIPCHART Graphic Display...
  • Page 89 Section 12. Data Logging Figure 12.2b: VIRTUAL STRIPCHART Table Display...

  • Page 90: Export Virtual Stripchart Data (Jan 2018)

    Section 12. Data Logging 12.3 Export VIRTUAL STRIPCHART Data (Jan 2018) For a quick look at tester performance in a convenient file format, a simplified version of VIRTUAL STRIPCHART (VSC) data in .csv (comma separated value) format can also be exported. The Export VSC Data function is used to copy a set of VSC data files from the Gen 3 software to a USB drive.
  • Page 91 Section 12. Data Logging Wait Status VSC TRANSFERRED SUCCESSFULLY TO USB PLEASE REMOVE USB DRIVE Message Wait until transferred successfully message is f TRANSFERRED SUCCESSFULLY... is displayed. displayed. Status RUNNING CYCLE A = ASTM G 155 CYCLE 1 STEP 2 LIGHT Message Remove the USB drive from the tester.

  • Page 92: Import Virtual Stripchart Data (Mar 2020)

    12.4 Import VIRTUAL STRIPCHART Data (Mar 2020) Q-Lab has provided an Excel template file that the .csv data can be imported into to generate graphs of key tester parameters. A copy of the template file can be downloaded from Q-Lab.com. Instructions for using the template are included.

  • Page 93: Section 13. Options

    Section 13. Options 13. 0° Adapter Wedge for Xe-1 (Feb 2022) ● Q-Lab offers a 0° adapter wedge kit (Part Number X-10551-K) to tilt the Q-SUN Xe-1 backward, so that the specimen tray is in a horizontal or 0° position...

  • Page 94: Maintenance

    Section 14. Maintenance 14. Maintenance 14.1 Lamp Replacement (Feb 2022) ● After 1500 hours of lamp use the message " M14 TIME TO REPLACE LAMP” (Figure 14.1a) will be displayed on the control panel indicating that the lamp should be replaced (see Section 15.3).
  • Page 95 Section 14. Maintenance Follow these steps to replace the lamp. STOP Press STOP. Power OFF. Main power OFF. Disconnect power. Lamp Door Use a flat blade screwdriver to open the latch on Open the lamp door. the lamp door.
  • Page 96 Section 14. Maintenance Lamp Housing Power Wire Connector CAUTION: Lamp is hot. Wait 15 minutes for Locate the lamp housing and power wire lamp to cool. connector. Loosen 10. Loosen the captive stud in the left corner of the Disconnect the power wire. lamp housing.
  • Page 97 Section 14. Maintenance 13. Locate the center hole in each end of the lamp 14. Insert a Phillips screwdriver in the center hole. housing cover. Loosen the screw. 16. Disconnect wire at opposite end of lamp housing 15. Pull the lamp wire through the hole to disconnect. cover.
  • Page 98 Section 14. Maintenance 20. Install the new lamp in the housing. Guide the 19. Remove the old lamp from the housing. Discard wires through the holes in the housing. Pull back the release lever to seat the lamp. the old lamp. Do not touch the lamp with bare hands.
  • Page 99 Section 14. Maintenance Before reinstalling the lamp housing clean the UV filter. See Section 15.3 for more information. Tighten 24. Reinstall the lamp housing in the Xe-1. 25. Tighten the captive stud. 26. Reconnect the power wire. Close and latch the lid. IMPORTANT: The Q-SUN must be re-calibrated after the lamps are changed.

  • Page 100: Lamp Trigger Wire And Reflector Cleaning (Jun 2016)

    Section 14. Maintenance 14.2 Lamp Trigger Wire and Reflector Cleaning (Jun 2016) Trigger Wire Cleaning If the trigger wire is discolored or corroded it should be cleaned with fine emery cloth, sandpaper, or steel wool. Remove the lamp from the housing. Use gloves, If necessary, follow Section 14.1, Steps 4 through...
  • Page 101 Section 14. Maintenance Lamp Reflector Cleaning Remove the lamp from the housing. Use gloves, If necessary, follow Section 14.1, Steps 4 through do not touch the glass with your bare hand. Set 21 to remove the lamp housing from the Xe-1 the lamp aside.

  • Page 102: Uv Filter Cleaning (Feb 2022)

    ● The UV filter may be cleaned without being removed from the tester. ● For a more complete cleaning, please contact and request Service Instruction Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support X-10940-L, Xe-1 and Xe-3 Optical Filter Cleaning for detailed instructions for removing, cleaning and reinstalling the optical filters.

  • Page 103: Window - Ir Filter Replacement (Mar 2022)

    ● The spectral transmission of all the other Q-SUN filters does not change with age. ● Please contact and request Service Instruction X-10110-L Q-SUN Window - IR Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support Filter Installation for detailed information on Window - IR filter replacement. NOTE: Window - IR optical filters are permanently mounted in the frame.

  • Page 104: Monthly Maintenance (Mar 2020)

    Section 14. Maintenance 14.5 Monthly Maintenance (Mar 2020) Air Filters ● Remove and inspect the air filter every month (Figure 14.5a). ● Washable air filters (part number X-10997-K) are standard on Xe-1 testers. ● Disposable air filters (part number X-7918) can be ordered as an option. ●...
  • Page 105 Installation Date: Part No: X-10997-K Replace filter 3 years after installation. Q-Lab.com IMPORTANT: Check the date on the filter date label. If the date is less than 3 years older than Remove the washable filter from the rear of the the current date, the filter can be washed and Xe-1 tester.
  • Page 106 Section 14. Maintenance Arrow Points Toward Front of Tester Reinstall the washable air filter. IMPORTANT: Allow water to drain from the air filter. Make sure arrow on the airflow label is in direction shown. IMPORTANT: Make sure arrow on the airflow label is in direction shown.
  • Page 107 Section 14. Maintenance Check Chamber Wall Reflectors The mirror-like finish of the chamber wall reflectors helps to maintain irradiance uniformity across the test specimens. The reflectors should be inspected periodically. The reflectors can not be cleaned. If there are deposits on the reflectors they must be replaced.

  • Page 108: Q-Sun Xe-1 Software Updates (Jan 2018)

    ● The files required to perform software updates can only be obtained by contacting Q-Lab. 14.6.1 Determine Tester Software Version ●...
  • Page 109 Section 14. Maintenance Program Status D9 VERSION 3.XXX CHECKSUM= 856h Message Escape Enter f D9 VERSION is displayed. Repeatedly press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow to Record the software version number. display the D9 diagnostic. Program Status D24 SERIAL NUMBER= 17-34501-72-X1S Message Escape...

  • Page 110: Q-Sun Xe-1 Software Updates (Feb 2022)

    3.200). o Recommended updates should be installed as soon as possible, as they offer a significant improvement and/or make an important correction. o Optional updates should not be installed unless Q-Lab personnel have directed you to do so.

  • Page 111: Uc1 Software Updates (Feb 2022)

    Section 14. Maintenance 14.8 UC1 Software Updates (Feb 2022) ● Q-Lab may occasionally update the software that runs the UC1 Handheld Display Unit to improve performance. ● Q-Lab recommends that customers check www.q-lab.com/software for new software versions every year to determine if any required software updates have been released and should be installed.
  • Page 112 ● More recent software versions are indicated by a higher version number (e.g. 1.101 and 1.200 would both be more recent than 1.100). ● Unless Q-Lab Repair has recommended that an Optional software version be installed, Q-Lab recommends that Optional software upgrades NOT be installed.
  • Page 113 Section 14. Maintenance Would you like to install Universal Calibrator software? Current version: v1.000 Install USB Version available for install: v1.100 Drive Install: If a Smart Sensor is connected to the UC1, f If the USB drive has a valid software file, this screen disconnect it.
  • Page 114 Drive If the software update could not be completed, this 10. Remove the USB drive from the UC1. screen is displayed. Contact Q-Lab Repair, see Section 12. Remove the UC1 from the tester. 13. Store the UC1 in the case.

  • Page 115: Troubleshooting And Repair

    15. Troubleshooting and Repair ● Q-SUN Xe-1 testers are designed so that the user can make virtually all repairs. ● Only use parts that have been supplied or recommended by Q-Lab. 15.1 Main Power and Short Circuits (Nov 2014) Problem - No Power At All Possible Cause ●...

  • Page 116: Export Diagnostics (Jan 2018)

    ● Customers in remote locations can use this function to collect a set of files which provide a complete snapshot of the tester configuration. These files can be used by Q-Lab Repair personnel for troubleshooting. Follow the instructions below to export tester diagnostic data to a USB drive.
  • Page 117 Section 15. Troubleshooting and Repair Tester Control Panel USB Port Status USB DETECTED: EXPORT VSC DATA ENTER=YES, ESCAPE=CANCEL Message f Go to the tester control panel..EXPORT VSC DATA Insert the USB drive in the tester USB port. is shown on the status and message display. Program Status USB DETECTED: EXPORT DIAGNOSTICS...
  • Page 118 Section 15. Troubleshooting and Repair Section 15. Troubleshooting and Repair Wait Status VSC TRANSFERRED SUCCESSFULLY TO USB PLEASE REMOVE USB DRIVE Message Wait until the transferred successfully message is f TRANSFERRED SUCCESSFULLY... is displayed. displayed. Status RUNNING CYCLE A = ASTM G 155 CYCLE 1 STEP 1 LIGHT Message...
  • Page 119 ● ExpertParameters.dat ● VirtualStripChart.vsc ● Contact Q-Lab Repair for instructions on transmitting the diagnostic files for analysis (see below). ● Repair and Tester Support is available over the telephone Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. ● You can also visit our website at www.q-lab.com...

  • Page 120: Notification (Feb 2022)

    ● For some suggested actions a part number is listed, see Section 18 for replacement part information. If there are no Suggested Actions for a message description, you don’t feel comfortable performing the Action,or you’ve tried unsuccessfully, then please contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support (Section 20). Description...
  • Page 121 Section 15. Troubleshooting and Repair Description Code Message ● Suggested Action Chamber air temperature is less than the setpoint by more than the allowable value. ● Check the air heater relay, air heater thermal switch, CHAMBER TEMP TOO COLD XXX°C and the air heater.
  • Page 122 Section 15. Troubleshooting and Repair Description Code Message ● Suggested Action The black panel or air temperature sensor is above the highest set point + the chamber temp runaway deviation temperature. ● The test step set point is too low for the lab CHAMBER TEMP RUNAWAY XXX°C temperature.
  • Page 123 LAB TEMPERATURE SENSOR FAIL seated. ● Replace the lab temperature sensor. Checksum test on program failed. FLASH MEMORY FAILURE ● Contact Q-Lab Repair. Parameter and setup data corrupted. FLASH DATA CORRUPT ● Contact Q-Lab Repair. Error in RAM data. RAM CORRUPTED, RAM RELOADED ●...

  • Page 124: Data Transfer Error Messages (Feb 2022)

    Make sure that the USB drive is firmly seated in the tester USB DISCONNECTED, PLEASE TRY AGAIN USB port. SD CARD DISCONNECTED Contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support. SD CARD DISK FULL Contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support. VIRTUAL STRIP CHART COPY FAILED...

  • Page 125: Lamp Does Not Light (Feb 2022)

    Section 15. Troubleshooting and Repair 15.5 Lamp Does Not Light (Feb 2022) Symptom - Lamp Does Not Light ● Trigger finger is not in good contact with lamp, or requires cleaning. See Section 14.2. ● Faulty trigger/transformer assembly. See 7 for replacement parts. ●...

  • Page 126: Replacement Parts List (Feb 2022)

    Section 16. Replacement Parts 16. Replacement Parts List (Feb 2022) Replacement Parts Part Number Description Where Pictured X-7918 Air Filter, Disposable, Xe-1 Figure 14.5b X-10997-K Air Filter, Washable, Xe-1 X-7916-K Air Heater, Xe-1 Figure 16t X-7359-K Ballast, Xe-1 Figure 16l UC202/BP Black Panel Temperature Smart Sensor, Uninsulated Figure 8.1a...
  • Page 127 Section 16. Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Part Number Description Where Pictured X-10434-X Relay, Run Power Figure 16e F-8385-K Relay Kit, Solid State, 25 A Figure 16h X-15510-K Relay Kit, Solid State, 50A Figure 16g Specimen Holder Assembly with (1) 2"×4" panel holder, (2) 50×100 mm (2"×4") X-10115-X Figure 10.3e panels &...
  • Page 128 Section 16. Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Figure 16a: X-15118-X Blower, Chamber, Xe-1 Figure 16b: X-7927-K Blower, Lamp/Ballast, Xe-1 Figure 16c: X-10545-X Transformer, Power Supply Figure 16d: V-4051-X LCD Assembly Figure 16e: X-10434-X Relay, Run Power Xe-1 Figure 16f: X-7777-X Power Cord, Xe-1...
  • Page 129 Section 16. Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Figure 16g: X-15510-K Relay Kit, Solid State, 50A Figure 16h: F-8385-K Relay Kit, Solid State, 25A Figure 16i: TEB-105014-K Controller, Main X-7515-K UV Detector, 340 nm X-7522-K UV Detector, 420 nm X-7523-K UV Detector, TUV Figure 16k: UV Detectors Figure 16j: V-2202 Switch Main Power...
  • Page 130 Section 16. Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Figure 16m: X-7979-K Chamber Wall Replacement Kit Figure 16l: X-7359-K Ballast U-6431 Fuse, 3.15 A U-6427 Fuse, 6.3 A X-7245 Fuse, Power Supply, 12 A Figure 16o: X-10315-K Controller, DC Blower Power Figure 16n: Fuses Supply Board Kit Figure 16p: X-7973-X Specimen Tray with Clips Figure 16q: X-7509-K Lamp Trigger Assembly Kit...
  • Page 131 Section 16. Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Figure 16s: V-4041-K Controller, Keypad/Radiometer Figure 16r: V-4086 Controller Battery Interface Board Figure 16u: X-6568-K Horizontal Specimen Tray Base, Figure 16t: X-7916-K Air Heater Xe-1 without Chiller Figure 16w: X-7866-K Lamp Housing, (Lamp Not Figure 16v: X-10710 Voltage Phase Monitor Included), Xe1...
  • Page 132 Section 16. Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Figure 16x: X-15117 Brushless DC Motor Driver, Xe-1 Figure 16y: X-15350-K White Panel Kit, Uninsulated Figure 16z: X-15351-K White Panel Kit, Insulated Figure 16aa: U-41085-K Temperature Calibration Kit...

  • Page 133: Warranty (Oct 2020)

    ● Q-Lab Corporation makes no other warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, except as may be expressly provided by the Q-Lab Corporation in writing. ● Q-Lab Corporation shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential, special or contingent damages arising out of the sale or use of any product.

  • Page 134: Repair And Tester Support (Mar 2019)

    18. Repair and Tester Support (Mar 2019) Contact ● Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM (international office time). ● Please contact the nearest Q-Lab international office by phone or email (see contact information below).

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