NABL Accredited • ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Thermal Accelerated Properties Testing

Precision thermal accelerated properties testing that predicts how your material will perform after years of real-world heat exposure — compressed into days, not decades.

-40°C to +300°C

TEMPERATURE RANGE

8+

THERMAL TEST TYPES

IEC / ASTM / ISO

STANDARDS FOLLOWED

NABL

ACCREDITED REPORTS

Why It Matters

What Is Thermal Accelerated Properties Testing?

Every material degrades with heat exposure over time — plastics soften, adhesives weaken, coatings crack, and electrical insulation breaks down. Thermal accelerated properties testing exposes your material to controlled, elevated temperatures and thermal cycling to simulate years of service life within a matter of days, giving you reliable data on long-term durability before your product ever reaches the field.

At Kiyo R&D Lab, our thermal accelerated properties testing covers heat aging, thermal shock, thermal cycling, softening point, heat deflection, and flammability behavior — giving automotive, electronics, and construction manufacturers the confidence to certify materials for real-world thermal stress.

Our Services

Thermal Accelerated Properties We Test

Eight precision test methods covering the full thermal stress lifecycle

Heat Aging Test
THERMAL TEST

Heat Aging Test

Prolonged exposure to elevated temperature to evaluate long-term thermal degradation and material lifespan.

ASTM D573 • ISO 188

Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT)
THERMAL TEST

Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT)

Determines the temperature at which a material deforms under a specified load — key for structural plastics.

ASTM D648 • ISO 75

Vicat Softening Point
THERMAL TEST

Vicat Softening Point

Measures the temperature at which a polymer begins to soften under a defined needle penetration load.

ASTM D1525 • ISO 306

Thermal Shock Test
THERMAL TEST

Thermal Shock Test

Rapid transition between extreme hot and cold to expose cracking, delamination, or joint failure risk.

ASTM D6944 • IEC 60068-2-14

Thermal Cycling Test
THERMAL TEST

Thermal Cycling Test

Repeated heating and cooling cycles to simulate seasonal and operational temperature fluctuation over time.

IEC 60068-2-14

Flammability & Glow Wire Test
THERMAL TEST

Flammability & Glow Wire Test

Evaluates ignition resistance and self-extinguishing behavior under simulated overheating conditions.

UL94 • IEC 60695-2-11

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
THERMAL TEST

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion

Measures dimensional change per degree of temperature rise — critical for tight-tolerance assemblies.

ASTM E831 • ISO 11359

Custom Thermal Test Protocols
THERMAL TEST

Custom Thermal Test Protocols

Need a temperature profile matching your specific field conditions? We design custom accelerated aging cycles.

Tailored to Your Standard

Our Edge

Why Trust Us With Your Thermal Testing

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Wide Temperature Range

Chambers rated from -40°C to +300°C for extreme condition simulation.

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NABL Accredited

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 certified reports recognized internationally.

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Fast, Reliable Turnaround

Efficient scheduling that respects your product launch timeline.

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Experienced Thermal Analysts

Specialists trained across IEC, ASTM, and ISO thermal protocols.

Compliance

Standards We Follow

StandardTest CoveredTypical Application
ASTM D573Heat Aging of Rubber & ElastomersSeals, gaskets, automotive rubber parts
ISO 188Accelerated Ageing & Heat ResistanceRubber compounds, polymer components
ASTM D648Heat Deflection TemperatureStructural plastics, enclosures
ASTM D1525Vicat Softening Point of PlasticsThermoplastics, packaging materials
IEC 60068-2-14Thermal Shock & CyclingElectronics, PCB assemblies
UL94Flammability ClassificationElectrical housings, plastic enclosures
ASTM E831Coefficient of Thermal ExpansionPrecision assemblies, composites

Standard applicability depends on material type — confirm exact protocol during sample intake. ↔ Swipe to view on mobile

Process

How We Run Thermal Accelerated Testing

1

Sample Prep

Conditioning per standard requirements

2

Chamber Setup

Calibrated to exact temperature profile

3

Thermal Exposure

Controlled aging or cycling run

4

Post-Test Analysis

Property comparison pre & post exposure

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Accredited Report

NABL-recognized documentation delivered

Applications

Where Thermal Accelerated Testing Matters Most

Industries that rely on our thermal accelerated properties data before certifying a product for the field

🚗 Automotive Components 📱 Electronics & PCBs 🏗️ Construction Materials ☀️ Solar & Renewable Energy 📦 Packaging & Polymers ✈️ Aerospace

Locations

Where We Serve

MAIN LAB

📍 Chitlapakkam, Chennai

Our primary thermal testing facility, equipped with calibrated heat chambers and thermal shock systems for full-range accelerated aging analysis.

SECOND LAB

📍 Oragadam, Sriperumbudur

Positioned near the industrial corridor, offering rapid-turnaround thermal accelerated testing for automotive and electronics manufacturers.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly does thermal accelerated properties testing predict?

It predicts how a material’s mechanical, physical, and dimensional properties will change after years of real-world heat exposure — condensed into a controlled lab timeline of days or weeks, so you can validate long-term reliability before mass production.

What’s the difference between heat aging and thermal shock testing?

Heat aging exposes a sample to sustained elevated temperature to study gradual degradation over time. Thermal shock instead cycles the sample rapidly between hot and cold extremes to reveal sudden failure risks like cracking or delamination.

Which materials can undergo thermal accelerated properties testing?

Plastics, rubber, elastomers, coatings, composites, adhesives, and electronic assemblies can all be evaluated — the specific test and temperature profile is selected based on your material type and intended use case.

How long does thermal accelerated testing usually take?

Duration depends on the test type — a quick HDT or Vicat point can be completed within a day, while extended heat aging or multi-cycle thermal shock studies may run for several days to weeks. We’ll confirm an exact timeline during sample intake.

Put Your Material Through the Heat — Before Your Customers Do

Get accredited thermal accelerated properties data from a lab built for precision and speed.

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