The Freeze and Thaw Cabinet is a precision-engineered testing apparatus designed to evaluate the resistance of concrete specimens to rapid freezing and thawing cycles, in strict accordance with ASTM C666 – Standard Test Method for Resistance of Concrete to Rapid Freezing and Thawing.
This cabinet provides a controlled environment for subjecting concrete samples to repeated cycles of freezing and thawing, simulating real-world climatic stress to assess long-term durability and structural performance.
Key Features:
- Standards Compliance: Fully meets the requirements of ASTM C666 Procedure A and B.
- High-Capacity Chamber: Accommodates multiple specimens simultaneously for batch testing.
- Precise Temperature Control: Programmable digital controller maintains temperatures from -18°C to +4°C with high accuracy.
- Rapid Cycling System: Enables quick transition between freeze and thaw cycles, ensuring up to 300 cycles as per standard.
- Uniform Cooling/Heating: Internal air circulation and immersion water baths (for Procedure A) ensure uniform temperature exposure across all samples.
- Data Logging & Display: Equipped with real-time cycle display, data logging via USB or PC interface.
- Safety & Durability: Built with corrosion-resistant materials, over-temperature protection, and auto-shutoff features.
Applications:
- Concrete durability testing
- Quality control in R&D and production labs
- Predictive assessment of concrete behavior in cold climates
- Evaluation of admixtures or alternative binders
