Environmental Reliability Testing for Electronics, Cameras & Lenses
Environmental reliability testing is a suite of controlled stress tests that validate whether your products can withstand real-world conditions including temperature extremes, moisture, dust, vibration, and corrosive environments.
Our San Diego facility provides product reliability testing services for electronics, sensors, enclosures, camera modules, and optical assemblies. From ingress protection testing (IP67/IPX9K) to thermal shock and salt spray corrosion, our in-house equipment delivers traceable results with full documentation. Customers are welcome to visit our facility to observe testing in progress.
Product Reliability Testing Capabilities
Our San Diego testing lab offers comprehensive environmental reliability testing equipment for validating product durability. From thermal shock testing to ingress protection testing, our testing lab supports automotive, industrial, robotics, and consumer electronics applications.
IPX9K High-Pressure Water
Ingress protection test lab rated for 80°C water at 80–100 bar pressure per ISO 20653
IP6X Dust Ingress
Dust-tight validation at our ingress protection test lab per IEC 60529
Thermal Shock Testing
Two-chamber thermal shock testing from -40°C to +85°C with <10 sec transfer
Salt Spray Corrosion
ASTM B117 / ISO 9227 testing lab capability, 24–1000+ hours
Vibration Testing
Electrodynamic shaker testing lab, 5–2000 Hz range
Xenon UV Exposure
Full-spectrum accelerated weathering at our testing lab
Temperature Cycling
-40°C to +125°C constant temperature testing lab
Wear & Hardness Testing
Linear wear, pencil hardness per ASTM D3363
Air Tightness (IP67 EOL)
Pressure decay seal verification for ingress protection
Environmental Reliability Testing Process
From initial consultation to final report, our testing lab delivers traceable results. Whether you need thermal shock testing, ingress protection testing, or corrosion evaluation, our process ensures comprehensive documentation.
Requirements Review
Define test standards, acceptance criteria, and sample quantities with our testing lab engineering team. Specify thermal shock testing parameters, ingress protection test requirements, or other environmental tests.
Baseline Testing
Functional, dimensional, or optical inspection at our testing lab before environmental exposure establishes performance baseline.
Environmental Exposure
Samples undergo specified test conditions at our testing lab—thermal shock testing, ingress protection testing, salt spray, or other environmental stresses—with real-time monitoring.
Post-Test Verification
Repeat functional and visual testing at our testing lab to quantify any degradation. Deliver comprehensive test report with photos and data.
Product Reliability Testing Quotes
Environmental reliability testing is a paid contract service. Pricing is customized based on your specific requirements:
We provide detailed quotes with clear pricing—no hidden fees. Facility tours available to observe equipment and discuss your project in person.
Get a Custom QuoteIPX9K Ingress Protection Testing
IPX9K ingress protection testing was originally developed for road vehicles requiring resistance to industrial pressure washing and steam cleaning. This environmental reliability test exposes products to water jets at 80°C and pressures up to 100 bar—far exceeding standard IP67 immersion testing.
For electronics and sensors in automotive, agricultural equipment, outdoor robotics, and industrial machinery, IPX9K validation ensures seals withstand real-world cleaning procedures without moisture ingress that would cause component failure, corrosion, or optical fogging.
| Parameter | Spezifikation |
|---|---|
| Water Temperature | 80°C ± 5°C |
| Water Pressure | 8–10 MPa (80–100 bar) |
| Flow Rate | 14–16 L/min |
| Nozzle Distance | 10–15 cm |
| Spray Duration | 30 sec per angle |
| Standards | ISO 20653, IEC 60529 |
Two-Chamber Thermal Shock Testing
Thermal shock testing is one of the most demanding environmental stress tests, revealing weaknesses in assemblies that gradual temperature cycling cannot detect. Our testing lab performs thermal shock testing with rapid transitions from -40°C to +85°C in under 10 seconds, creating differential thermal expansion that stresses solder joints, adhesive bonds, seals, and material interfaces.
Typical failures discovered during thermal shock testing include solder crack propagation, seal compression set, plastic warping, and delamination. For optical components, thermal shock testing also reveals coating separation and cement failure in bonded elements. Our thermal shock testing lab can include functional verification before and after exposure—critical data for automotive AEC-Q qualification.
| Parameter | Spezifikation |
|---|---|
| Cold Chamber | -40°C to -65°C capable |
| Hot Chamber | +85°C to +150°C capable |
| Transfer Time | <10 seconds |
| Dwell Time | 15 min to 2 hr (programmable) |
| Cycle Count | Up to 1000+ cycles |
| Standards | IEC 60068-2-14, JEDEC JESD22-A104 |
Salt Spray Corrosion Testing
Salt spray testing accelerates corrosion processes to evaluate protective coatings, anodization quality, and material compatibility in marine or road-salt environments. The continuous salt fog environment rapidly reveals coating defects, galvanic corrosion, and substrate degradation.
This test is essential for automotive exterior components, outdoor enclosures, and any products deployed in coastal or winter road environments. We evaluate samples at intervals throughout the test duration and document progression with photography.
| Parameter | Spezifikation |
|---|---|
| Salt Solution | 5% NaCl (sodium chloride) |
| Chamber Temperature | 35°C ± 2°C |
| Exposure Duration | 24 to 1000+ hours |
| Spray Mode | Continuous fog |
| Standards | ASTM B117, ISO 9227 |
IP6X Dust Ingress Protection Testing
IP6X dust ingress protection testing validates that enclosures completely prevent particle ingress under negative pressure conditions. This product reliability test agitates talcum powder in a test chamber while the device under test experiences a slight vacuum, creating worst-case conditions for seal evaluation.
Ingress protection testing for dust is critical for electronics deployed in dusty industrial environments, construction sites, agricultural applications, and desert climates. Any particle ingress visible under inspection constitutes a failure.
| Parameter | Spezifikation |
|---|---|
| Test Medium | Talcum powder (ISO 12103-1) |
| Exposure Duration | 8 hours continuous |
| Pressure Differential | Negative pressure on DUT |
| Pass Criteria | No particle ingress |
| Standards | IEC 60529 |
Vibration Testing
Vibration testing evaluates mechanical durability under simulated transportation and operational conditions. Our electrodynamic shaker system supports both sinusoidal sweep and random vibration profiles to replicate automotive, shipping, and industrial vibration environments.
Testing reveals resonant frequencies, mechanical fatigue, connector reliability, and mounting integrity. For optical components, vibration can cause element decentration, focus shift, or coating damage that degrades image quality.
| Parameter | Spezifikation |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 5–2000 Hz |
| Vibration Type | Sine sweep, random |
| Axes | Three-axis (sequential) |
| Shaker Type | Electrodynamic |
| Standards | MIL-STD-810 Method 514, IEC 60068-2-6 |
Xenon Arc UV Exposure Testing
Xenon arc weathering accelerates the effects of sunlight exposure on plastics, coatings, and adhesives. The full-spectrum xenon lamp closely simulates natural sunlight including UV-A and UV-B wavelengths that cause material degradation.
Testing reveals yellowing, chalking, cracking, and adhesion loss in housing materials and optical coatings. Combined with humidity and temperature cycling, this simulates years of outdoor exposure in weeks.
| Parameter | Spezifikation |
|---|---|
| Light Source | Xenon arc lamp |
| Spectrum | Full spectrum (UV-A, UV-B, visible) |
| Temperature Control | Ja |
| Humidity Control | Ja |
| Standards | ASTM G155, ISO 4892-2 |
Temperature Cycling & Constant Temperature
Temperature cycling and soak testing validates product performance across the full operating temperature range. Unlike thermal shock, temperature cycling uses controlled ramp rates that allow thermal equilibration, revealing different failure modes related to material property changes.
Extended high-temperature soak accelerates outgassing, adhesive curing, and seal aging. Low-temperature testing validates operation with stiffened seals and thermally-contracted materials. For optics, we measure focus shift across the temperature range.
| Parameter | Spezifikation |
|---|---|
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +125°C |
| Ramp Rate | Programmable |
| Soak Duration | 1 to 1000+ hours |
| Chamber Type | Single-zone environmental |
| Standards | IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2 |
Image Quality Testing Capabilities
For camera modules and imaging systems, we provide comprehensive image quality characterization before and after environmental exposure.
Resolution & Sharpness (ISO 12233)
We measure MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) using the slanted-edge method per ISO 12233. Our Trioptics HR2 equipment provides high-accuracy MTF data at on-axis and off-axis field positions across multiple spatial frequencies.
For camera modules, we perform eSFR (edge Spatial Frequency Response) testing using standardized test charts with automated analysis software. This quantifies resolution, sharpness, and lateral chromatic aberration across the full image field.
| Test | Equipment / Method |
|---|---|
| Lens MTF | Trioptics HR2 |
| Camera Module eSFR | ISO 12233 chart, automated analysis |
| Field Positions | Center, 0.7 field, corner |
| Standards | ISO 12233, IEEE P1858 |
Stray Light & Flare Testing
Stray light degrades image contrast and can cause visible artifacts in high-dynamic-range scenes. We characterize both veiling glare (overall contrast reduction) and ghost images using point-source and extended-source methods.
Our dark-world transmissive test setup measures flare contribution from bright sources at various angles. Point-source testing identifies specific ghost positions and intensities from internal reflections.
| Test | Method |
|---|---|
| Veiling Glare | Transmissive dark-world setup |
| Ghost Imaging | Point-source angular sweep |
| Test Angles | On-axis through edge of field |
| Output | Ghost position, intensity map |
Colorimetry & Dynamic Range
Color accuracy testing uses standardized color checker charts to measure color reproduction fidelity. We quantify color errors in CIE Lab color space and evaluate white balance accuracy under different illuminant conditions.
Dynamic range testing characterizes the usable signal range from noise floor to saturation. We can evaluate both single-exposure dynamic range and HDR (high dynamic range) performance for cameras with multiple exposure modes.
| Test | Method |
|---|---|
| Color Accuracy | X-Rite ColorChecker, ΔE measurement |
| White Balance | D65, A, TL84 illuminants |
| Dynamic Range | Stepped density target |
| Illumination | VIS, 850nm, 940nm sources |
Environmental Reliability Testing Equipment
Our San Diego testing lab houses comprehensive environmental test equipment including thermal shock testing chambers, ingress protection test systems, and optical metrology. Schedule a testing lab tour to see our capabilities firsthand.
IPX9K Chamber
Ingress protection test lab: high-pressure water jet per ISO 20653
Dust Chamber
Ingress protection test lab: IP6X dust-tight per IEC 60529
Thermal Shock Chamber
Thermal shock testing: two-chamber -65°C to +150°C
Temperature Chamber
-40°C to +125°C constant temp testing lab
Salt Spray Cabinet
Corrosion testing lab: ASTM B117 / ISO 9227
Vibration Table
Vibration testing lab: electrodynamic 5–2000 Hz
Xenon UV Chamber
UV testing lab: accelerated weathering
Wear & Hardness
Linear wear, pencil hardness testing
Air Tightness Tester
Ingress protection test: IP67 seal verification
Trioptics HR2
Optical testing lab: MTF measurement
eSFR Test Station
ISO 12233 resolution testing
Colorimetry Setup
VIS / 850nm / 940nm testing
Dynamic Range
Stepped density target testing
Stray Light Bench
Ghost and flare analysis testing
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Discuss Your RequirementsTest Standards We Support
Testing performed to international and industry-specific standards with full documentation.
IP / Ingress Protection
- IEC 60529 (IP ratings)
- ISO 20653 (IPX9K automotive)
- DIN 40050-9
Thermal Testing
- IEC 60068-2-14 (thermal shock)
- JEDEC JESD22-A104
- IEC 60068-2-1 (cold)
- IEC 60068-2-2 (dry heat)
Corrosion Testing
- ASTM B117 (salt spray)
- ISO 9227 (salt spray)
Vibration Testing
- MIL-STD-810 Method 514
- IEC 60068-2-6 (sinusoidal)
- IEC 60068-2-64 (random)
UV / Weathering
- ASTM G155 (xenon arc)
- ISO 4892-2 (xenon arc)
Image Quality
- ISO 12233 (resolution)
- IEEE P1858 (camera phone)
- ISO 8980-5 (abrasion)
Why Choose Commonlands for Product Reliability Testing?
Our testing lab offers transparent pricing, specialized camera and lens expertise, and comprehensive environmental test capabilities including thermal shock testing and ingress protection testing.
Visit Our Testing Lab
Schedule a tour to see our thermal shock testing chambers, ingress protection test equipment, and other environmental test systems in action. We welcome customers to our testing lab to observe testing and build confidence in our capabilities.
Camera & Lens Expertise
Our testing lab specializes in cameras and lenses with MTF, resolution, and image quality verification before and after environmental exposure including thermal shock testing and ingress protection testing.
Traceable Results
Comprehensive test reports from our testing lab with documented procedures, calibrated equipment certificates, and traceable results per your required standards for thermal shock testing, ingress protection testing, and other environmental tests.
Transparent Pricing
Custom quotes from our testing lab based on your specific requirements. Clear pricing with no hidden fees—know exactly what you're paying for thermal shock testing, ingress protection testing, or other environmental reliability tests.
Environmental Reliability Testing FAQ
Common questions about our testing lab services including thermal shock testing, ingress protection testing, and other environmental reliability tests for electronics, cameras, and lenses.
Start Your Environmental Reliability Testing
Our testing lab offers thermal shock testing, ingress protection testing, and comprehensive environmental reliability testing as a paid service. Contact our engineering team to discuss your project at our San Diego testing lab.