The core reason for using a humidity chamber is to accelerate the aging process. It is impractical and costly to test a product’s 10-year lifespan by leaving it in a natural environment for a decade. A humidity chamber can replicate the damaging effects of long-term humidity exposure in a significantly shorter time by applying extreme, yet controlled, stress. This accelerated life testing allows R&D teams to quickly gather data on failure modes and mean time between failures (MTBF). This data is invaluable for improving product design, selecting robust materials, and building a reputation for quality and reliability in the marketplace.
