NPD Stability Test Chamber
NPD Stability Test Chambers provide controlled climatic conditions for long-term, intermediate and accelerated stability studies. Designed for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, packaging and chemical products, they combine precise temperature and humidity control with uniform airflow, programmable operation and data logging.
Custom chamber configurations available on request.
Controlled Environments for Reliable Stability Studies
The NPD Stability Test Chamber maintains temperatures from 5°C to 60°C and relative humidity from 5% to 90%. It supports widely used ICH Q1A(R2) stability-study conditions including 25°C / 60% RH for long-term testing, 30°C / 65% RH for intermediate testing and 40°C / 75% RH for accelerated testing.
Dual turbo-fan circulation, high-accuracy sensors, programmable cycles and protective alarms support consistent operation over extended study periods. The equipment is suitable for pharmaceutical manufacturing, contract research organisations, quality-control laboratories, cosmetics, food products and packaging development.
Key Features & Benefits
Consistent climate control and reliable monitoring for long-duration research.
Temperature Precision
5°C to 60°C range with ±0.2°C accuracy and ±1°C uniformity.
Humidity Regulation
5% to 90% RH range with ±2% RH accuracy and ±3% RH uniformity.
Intelligent Touchscreen
Programmable controller with auto-tuning, auto-stop and 0–24-hour day/night cycles.
Uniform Air Circulation
Dual turbo fans maintain consistent temperature and humidity throughout the test chamber.
Logging & Connectivity
Built-in RS-485 interface; RS-232 logging and optional Wi-Fi/LAN connectivity.
Sample Protection
Low-water alarm, automatic water supply, safety cut-offs and audio-visual alarms.
Technical Specifications
Compare the five chamber configurations provided in the product specification.
| Parameter | NPD-STC-171 | NPD-STC-280 | NPD-STC-420 | NPD-STC-560 | NPD-STC-840 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 171 L | 280 L | 420 L | 560 L | 840 L |
| Internal Size (W × D × H) | 505 × 415 × 830 mm | 570 × 550 × 875 mm | 700 × 640 × 900 mm | 700 × 700 × 1100 mm | 825 × 825 × 1200 mm |
| Temperature Range | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Temperature Accuracy | ±0.2°C | ±0.2°C | ±0.2°C | ±0.2°C | ±0.2°C |
| Temperature Uniformity | ±1°C | ±1°C | ±1°C | ±1°C | ±1°C |
| Humidity Range | 5–90% RH | 5–90% RH | 5–90% RH | 5–90% RH | 5–90% RH |
| Humidity Accuracy | ±2% RH | ±2% RH | ±2% RH | ±2% RH | ±2% RH |
| Humidity Uniformity | ±3% RH | ±3% RH | ±3% RH | ±3% RH | ±3% RH |
| Humidity Stability | ±2% RH or better | ±2% RH or better | ±2% RH or better | ±2% RH or better | ±2% RH or better |
| Temperature Sensor | 3-wire RTD | 3-wire RTD | 3-wire RTD | 3-wire RTD | 3-wire RTD |
| Humidity Sensor | Capacitive | Capacitive | Capacitive | Capacitive | Capacitive |
| Interior | SS 304 | SS 304 | SS 304 | SS 304 | SS 304 |
| Exterior | CRCA powder-coated | CRCA powder-coated | CRCA powder-coated | CRCA powder-coated | CRCA powder-coated |
| Trays | SS 304 perforated | SS 304 perforated | SS 304 perforated | SS 304 perforated | SS 304 perforated |
| Electrical Supply | 220–240 V AC, 50 Hz, 1-phase | 220–240 V AC, 50 Hz, 1-phase | 220–240 V AC, 50 Hz, 1-phase | 220–240 V AC, 50 Hz, 1-phase | 220–240 V AC, 50 Hz, 1-phase |
| Optional Lighting | 10,000 lux | 10,000 lux | 10,000 lux | 10,000 lux | 10,000 lux |
Swipe sideways on mobile to view all five models. Specifications and customised requirements are subject to the final supplied configuration.
How the Stability Chamber Works
Controlled and repeatable conditions throughout the study.
Prepare Samples
Arrange samples on stainless-steel perforated trays.
Set Conditions
Choose the study temperature, humidity and optional cycling programme.
Maintain Climate
Dual fans, cooling and humidity systems sustain uniform conditions.
Monitor & Record
Review alarms and export or log test data for study documentation.
ICH Q1A(R2) Study Conditions
Standard study settings referenced in the supplied product documentation.
Long-Term
25°C ±2°C and 60% RH ±5% RH.
Intermediate
30°C ±2°C and 65% RH ±5% RH.
Accelerated
40°C ±2°C and 75% RH ±5% RH.
The chamber is designed to support ICH/WHO stability programmes; the actual study, qualification and regulatory compliance must be verified independently.
Control, Monitoring & Durable Design
A programmable touchscreen controller manages temperature and relative humidity with auto-tuning, alarm functions and an adjustable 0–24 hour day/night timer. Built-in RS-485 communication and RS-232 data-logger support allow traceable measurements. Wi-Fi and LAN monitoring are optional.
The chamber features an SS 304 interior, powder-coated CRCA outer body, 80–150 mm double-wall PUF insulation, a CFC-free hermetic cooling system and dual turbo-fan circulation. An inner full-length glass door improves visibility while limiting disturbance to the test environment.
Safety provisions include low- and high-temperature cut-offs, high-humidity cut-off, low-water-level alarm, automatic water supply and audio-visual deviation alarms. Optional 10,000 lux illumination can support photostability-related workflows.
Applications & Use Cases
Reliable stability studies for research, production and quality assurance.
Stability Test Chamber FAQs
What temperature and humidity ranges does the chamber support?
The supplied configuration specifies 5°C to 60°C and 5% to 90% RH.
What chamber sizes are available?
The listed capacities are 171, 280, 420, 560 and 840 litres, with the corresponding internal dimensions shown in the specification table.
Can it support long-term and accelerated pharmaceutical stability studies?
The product documentation identifies typical ICH Q1A(R2) long-term, intermediate and accelerated storage conditions. Suitability depends on the required protocol, qualification and configuration.
Is remote monitoring available?
Built-in RS-485 and RS-232 data-logging support are listed. Wi-Fi and LAN data-communication options are also described.
What construction materials are used?
The chamber uses an SS 304 interior, CRCA powder-coated exterior and SS 304 perforated trays.
Is special illumination available?
Optional 10,000 lux illumination is listed for photostability-related applications.
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