Dust ingress testing for reliable sealing performance

Meet requirements

Dust ingress testing ensures that products meet requirements for enclosure protection, service life, and operational reliability in dusty environments. By simulating real-world conditions according to relevant standards, you reduce risk, prevent failures, and ensure reliable performance throughout development and before market launch.

Method & testing

RISE offer standardized and customer-specific dust ingress testing, from components to complete systems.

Examples of tests

• IP testing according to IEC 60529 (e.g., IP5X, IP6X)
• Talcum powder, sand, and particulate exposure
• Airflow and underpressure testing
• Long‑term dust exposure
• Functional testing before, during and after exposure

To reflect complex real‑world conditions, dust testing can be combined with vibration, temperature cycling, or humidity. This provides a more realistic verification of sealing performance.

What we test

• Electronic and electrical components
• Automotive parts and vehicle systems
• Battery cells, modules, and packs
• Sensors, control units, and enclosures
• Mechanical and electromechanical assemblies
• Consumer and industrial products
• Prototypes and complete products

Our Test Facilities

Our advanced dust chambers and test environments offer:

• Controlled particle size and concentration
• Capability for both overpressure and underpressure testing
• Long‑term and cyclic exposure
• Testing during operation
• Integration with other environmental loads (vibration, temperature, humidity)

This enables accurate, reproducible, and realistic dust ingress testing regardless of product size or development stage.

Delivery

You receive clear, impartial test reports that support certification, development, and quality assurance, along with expert guidance from our experienced engineers.

Process

• Needs analysis – we identify the appropriate test strategy.
• Test plan – we specify the tests based on requirements and standards.
• Execution – testing is carried out in our advanced dust chambers.
• Analysis & reporting – you receive a clear and actionable report.
• Support – we offer continued guidance when needed.

Why choose us

• Accredited testing
• Modern and flexible facilities
• Experienced engineers
• Customer-adapted solutions

We help you reduce risk, ensure quality, and meet requirements, and you are always welcome to attend testing.

Contact us

Get in touch to discuss your testing needs and how we can help verify sealing performance, robustness, and compliance.