ThermoVacuum Tests
Thermal Vacuum Chamber (TVAC)
Components should be simulated in an extreme condition to be applicable for space applications. All satellite components need be examined in thermal vacuum chamber under the conditions found in the space. Maprad offers the possibility to carry out experiments required for satellite components under the extreme conditions. Thermal chamber can provide the desired temperature while HiCube vacuum pump system reduces the pressure identical to space conditions. Two vacuum systems are currently available for experiments: rectangular and cylindrical. All the tests on satellite components are done under the standards (e.g., ECSS/ESA) needed for space applications.
Thermal Chamber
The BINDER MKFT 20 is the thermal chamber available at Maprad for space simulations. Temperature ranges from -70°C to 180°C, adjustable for providing the cycles, and its time can be varied for thermal and vacuum testing. Rapid cooling and warming makes it possible to perform standard climate tests with this chamber. Samples can be placed in the vacuum box or cylinder system and their temperatures can be monitored by implemented thermocouples. The pressure and the temperatures inside the vacuum system are visualized by LabVIEW.



Parameter | Min. | Max. |
Temperature (°C) | -70 | 180 |
Humidity (%) | 10 | 98 |
Pressure (mbar) | 1E-7 | 1000 |
Dimensions (cm) | l=120 w=100 t=60 |
Shape | Dimensions (cm) |
Cylinder | h=30 r=10 |
Box | l=42 w=26 t=0.4 |
HiCube ECO Turbo Pumping Station
- Compact high performance pumping station for all high and ultrahigh vacuum applications
- Plug and play solution with HiPace 80 turbopump and multistage diaphragm pump MVP 015-4
- Intermittent mode adapts the pumping station to the process conditions and saves up to 90% energy
- Easy integration of pressure gauges from the accessories




Vacuum cylinder




Vacuum box




POR FESR 2014-2020 Axis III Activity 3.7.1 BRIDGE TO DIGITAL 2020
“Interventions in favor of digitalization and remotization for remote control of machinery”
“Interventi a favore della digitalizzazione e della remotizzazione per il controllo a distanza dei macchinari”
