GMW 16153 Charge Air Cooler Ducts Product Test

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of GMW 16153 testing. GMW 16153 contains procedures and guidelines for product testing of charge cooling channels.

Product Procedure:

• Design: Charge air cooler ducts are designed with durability, weight and airflow requirements in mind.
• Material selection: The material used for the ducts is carefully selected according to factors such as temperature resistance, strength and cost.
• Manufacturing: Channels are produced using processes such as extrusion, injection molding or blow molding, depending on the material used.
• Inspection: Ducts are checked for defects such as cracks or deformation before they are installed in the air intake system.

Test procedure:

• Pressure test: The ducts are subjected to a pressure test to ensure they can withstand the pressure of compressed air from the turbocharger.
• Vibration test: The vibration test simulates the vibration that the ducts will feel during engine operation. The channels are connected to a shaker plate and subjected to vibration at various frequencies and amplitudes.
• Temperature cycling: The temperature cycling tests the ducts' ability to withstand thermal stresses caused by the operating conditions of the engine. Channels are exposed to a range of temperatures, from hot to cold, to ensure they can handle temperature changes.
• Fatigue test: The fatigue test evaluates the ability of ducts to withstand repeated pressure and temperature changes over time.
• Salt spray test: The salt spray test is used to evaluate the resistance of ducts to corrosion caused by exposure to salt and other environmental factors.
• Endurance testing: Endurance testing assesses the ability of ducts to withstand the stresses of regular use over time. This test involves installing ducts in the air intake system and running the engine under normal operating conditions while any signs of damage or wear are observed.

By subjecting charge air cooler ducts to rigorous product and testing procedures, manufacturers can ensure that they will operate reliably under a variety of conditions, improving the safety and longevity of the engine in which they are used.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with GMW 16153 test compliance. Our test experts, with professional working mission and principles, offer you the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories to our manufacturers and suppliers.