Caron 6545 - Manual (Page 8)

6540 Series Operations Manual Rev_I.docx 4/7/2014 8
INTRODUCTION
CARON’s 6540 series photostability chambers are designed specifically to meet ICH, FDA EMEA, and
Health Canada requirements for photostability testing according to ICH Q1B option II. UVA (black) and
VIS (cool white) lamps provide sequential light exposure.
The chamber conditions are conveniently displayed at eye-level and controlled through the touch-screen
display. Calibrated photon detectors measure light intensity. Lights can be manually turned on/off or
automatically based on exposure level (W-hr/m 2 or Lux-hr) or time. To enhance reliability, temperature and
humidity (optional) conditions are monitored and controlled throughout the test.
Specifications
Lamp Type, UVA Fluorescent, near UV (black lamp)
Lamp Type, VIS Fluorescent, cool white
Temperature Range 10 to 35  C
Temperature Control  0.2  C
Humidity Range (model 6545) 40 to 70% RH
Humidity Control (model 6545)  3%
Interior Dimensions 683 W x 610 D x 711 H mm (296 L; includes lamp space)
Features
Controls
● Icon based, easy to use, eye-level, touch-screen interface
● Automatically turns off lights at end of programmed exposure
● Alerts operator when lamps need changed
● Temperature and humidity deviation alarms
● Security lockout to prevent accidental tampering
Light Detectors VIS and UVA, calibrated
Shelves Two, sliding, 22 lbs (10kg) maximum load each
Construction, Interior Stainless steel
Reflective Interior Surfaces Specular aluminum
Chamber Footprint 955 W x 767 D mm
Chamber Height 1168 mm with leveling feet
Power 115V 60Hz, 208/230V 60Hz, or 230V 50Hz
Access Port Two (44 W x 51 H mm each)
Door Light tight, magnetic gasket seal
Room ambient conditions must be 20ºC to 25ºC, non-condensing. Exceeding 25ºC can result in operational
failure. The temperature and humidity ranges can be extended (optional). Humidity limited by 6ºC dew
point.
Models 6540-1 and 6545-1 were formerly models 6540A and 6545A respectively.
Models 6540-3 and 6545-3 were formerly models 6540E and 6545E respectively.