The Q-Trac is an accelerated outdoor weathering tester that uses a series of 10 mirrors to reflect and concentrate full spectrum sunlight onto test specimens. Rotating on its base, it automatically tracks the sun throughout the day. This solar concentrating system maximizes the amount of sunlight exposure that your test specimen receives. The new Q-Trac 2 has two target boards and two mirror arrays.

The Q-Trac also has a water spray system that can be programmed to perform various cycles to simulate Florida weathering or create thermal shock.

Accelerated Exposures
Materials tested on the Q-Trac are exposed to much more sunlight than those on a conventional outdoor exposure rack. A test specimen mounted on the Q-Trac receives an average of 5 times more UV than it would in Florida, because of the intensifying effect of the mirrors. Depending on the test starting time, you can get the equivalent of 3 years of Florida UV exposure in just 6 months.

Cost-Effective
The Q-Trac produces real-world results in a fraction of the time of natural exposures. This means that a new formulation or product can be brought to market faster, so you can take advantage of competitive opportunities.

How it Works