Particular environmental conditions can significantly affect the behaviour of electrical equipment, generally reducing its capability.

Kema Labs has more than 20 climatic chambers of different sizes, from 0.3 m 3  up to 31 m 3 , as well as two thermal chambers of 400 m 3  and 750 m 3  where ice tests on transformers , insulators and high voltage alternating current disconnectors can be performed .

test and ratings

Tests Ratings
Damp heat according to IEC 60068-2-30 Up to 500kV
Dry heat according to IEC 60068-2-2
Cold according to IEC 60068-2-1
Ice test (IEC 62271-102) Up to -30°C