Rain erosion facility available for outside testing of coatings, paint, rubber, plastics, metals,airfoils and more.
The Collins Aerospace Rain Erosion Facility features a 35-foot high cylindrical concrete silo with adjoining control room. A controlled droplet size rain-making fixture, equipped with spray nozzles, is suspended over the axis of the 10-foot diameter airfoil blade. Sample speed and inspection interval for testing is dependent upon requirements specified. Tests are performed at conditions of a rainfall rate of 1 inch per hour, a droplet size of 2mm, and an adjustable speed range from 100 to 500 miles per hour.
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Contact us below if you’re interested in utilizing the Rain Erosion Silo. We offer flexible scheduling and competitive rates.