BWT-104 Research-quality open loop wind tunnel

Features:

• Number of sensor ports: 18
• Flow Range: 0 to 4 m/s (0 to 800 ft/min)
• Power supply requirements: 24VDC at 1.5 Amps
• Test section dimenstions: 50.8 x 43.2 x 10.2 cm (20 x 17 x 4 inch)
• Overall dimenstions: (L X W X H) 108.2 x 51.8 x 48 cm (42.61 x 20.42 x 19 inch)
• Power supply not included

The BWT-104 is a research quality, open loop, bench top wind tunnel for thermal characterization of components, circuit boards and cooling devices such as heat sinks, heat exchangers and cold plates. The polynomial shape and internal flow management system includes honeycombs and screens to break up turbulence to provide uniform, homogeneous flow, up to 4 m/s (800 ft/min) within the test section.

It has 18 ports which allows a variety of probes, such as thermocouples, Pitot tubes, and temperature and velocity sensors, among others, to be inserted throughout the test section. The wind tunnel is made from aluminum and Plexiglas, to provide a clear view of the test section for flow visualization. Rail guides are provided in the test section so the board (PCB) in the test position can be adjusted. An access panel is conveniently located for mounting boards. The mounting of the boards can be adjusted in three different directions (i.e. spacing from the walls can be adjusted using appropriate stand offs).

Each BWT-104 fan tray is equipped with three 24-volt DC fans, which can be individually switched on and off through a control unit for simulating fan failure simulation. BWT-104 can be equipped with ATS’ WTC-100 automatic controller (sold separately) to facilitate testing without attendance.