Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers

Compact Climatic Chambers for Precision Temperature & Humidity Testing, Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers, also known as benchtop climatic chambers or benchtop temperature and humidity chambers, are essential tools for laboratory scale testing where space, precision, and repeatability are critical.

Compact 50L and 100L sizes | -30°C to +120°C | -60°C to +120°C | Optional Humidity

Compact Environmental Testing for Laboratories and R&D

Innovation Rooted in Engineering Depth

CME Benchtop Chambers deliver the same engineering discipline, digital intelligence, and reliability found in larger systems, packaged in a compact, laboratory-friendly format.

Designed for Precision at Small Scale

Early-stage product development, component validation, and research testing require tight environmental control within a compact footprint.
CME Benchtop Chambers are engineered to provide stable temperature and humidity performance, fast response, and excellent uniformity, ensuring meaningful and repeatable test results.

High-Accuracy Temperature & Humidity Control

Despite their compact size, CME Benchtop Chambers deliver precise temperature and humidity control with minimal overshoot and rapid stabilization.

Optimized airflow design and robust thermal systems ensure uniform conditions across the test volume.

Typical Applications

Electronics and PCB testing
Sensors, connectors, and small components
Automotive and EV electronics
Material characterization and screening
Academic and industrial research laboratories

Digital Intelligence with enviCoM® 4.0

CME Benchtop Chambers are powered by enviCoM® 4.0, CME’s proprietary digital control and IoT platform.
The platform enables real-time monitoring, secure data logging, automated reports, and remote access—bringing enterprise-level digital capability to benchtop testing.

Data-Driven Laboratory Testing

High-resolution environmental data supports test traceability, repeatability verification, and compliance documentation.

Select the Right Benchtop Test Chamber

Our engineers help you choose compact environmental chambers aligned with your test standards and lab constraints.

Models		NBT50		NBT100
		A	B	A	B
Test Space Dimension	mm (WXDXH)	400 x 350 x 350	400 x 350 x 350	400 x 400 x 500	400 x 400 x 500
Test Space Dimension	inch (WXDXH)	15.75 x 13.78 x 13.78	15.75 x 13.78 x 13.78	19.7 x 15.75 x 19.7	19.7 x 15.75 x 19.7
	inch (WXDXH)				19.7 x 15.75 x 19.7
Test Spec Volume	in Ltr	50	50	100	100
Test Spec Volume	in Cu.ft	1.8	1.8	3.5	3.5
Temperature Range	in °C	-30 to 120	-60 to 120	-30 to 120	-60 to 120
Temperature Range	in °F	-22 to 248	'-76 to 248	-22 to 248	'-76 to 248
Ramp Rate		1/2/3
Humidity Range		Optional

Flexible Configuration Options

Benchtop chambers can be configured for temperature range, humidity performance, shelving, feedthroughs, lighting, and control integration.
CME’s Mass Customization Framework ensures tailored configurations without compromising reliability.
Engineered and Manufactured for Reliability
Benchtop chambers are manufactured using the same digitally orchestrated processes and quality controls as CME’s larger environmental systems.

Lifecycle Support with Levito

Through CME’s lifecycle partner Levito, benchtop chambers are supported with installation, commissioning, calibration, digital service, and preventive maintenance.

Why Choose CME Benchtop Chambers?

Laboratory-grade precision in a compact format
Stable temperature and humidity control
Digital-first controls and data traceability
Scalable configuration options
Reliable lifecycle support

Also Known As

Benchtop Environmental Test Chamber
Benchtop Climatic Chamber
Benchtop Temperature & Humidity Chamber
Small Environmental Chamber
Small Climate Test Chamber

What is a Benchtop Environmental Test Chamber?
A Benchtop Environmental Test Chamber is a compact environmental simulation system designed to test small components, samples, or assemblies under controlled temperature and humidity conditions. These chambers are typically placed on laboratory benches or tables and are ideal for space-constrained environments.

What are Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers also known as?
Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers are also commonly referred to as Benchtop Climatic Chambers, Tabletop Environmental Chambers, or Compact Temperature Humidity Chambers.

What applications are best suited for Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers?
Benchtop chambers are widely used for component-level testing, material evaluation, electronics testing, academic research, prototype validation, and early-stage R&D where smaller sample sizes are involved.

What temperature and humidity capabilities do Benchtop Chambers offer?
CME Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers are engineered to provide precise temperature and humidity control within compact volumes. Exact operating ranges depend on model configuration, cooling technology, and application requirements.

Which standards can be performed using Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers?
CME Benchtop Chambers support environmental testing as per IEC 60068 series, ISO environmental standards, and relevant automotive, electronics, and industrial OEM specifications.

How are CME Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers different from laboratory ovens or incubators?
Unlike basic ovens or incubators, CME Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers provide controlled temperature and humidity, rapid transitions, uniform airflow, digital control, and data traceability suitable for qualification and reliability testing.

Can Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers be customized?
Yes. CME Benchtop Chambers can be customized with additional sensors, electrical feedthroughs, observation windows, specialized sample fixtures, and application-specific control features.

How is test control and data logging managed?
All CME Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers are powered by the enviCoM® 4.0 controller, enabling real-time monitoring, secure data logging, alarm management, and exportable test records.

What are the advantages of using a Benchtop Chamber in R&D?
Benchtop chambers allow rapid iteration, lower operating costs, quick test setup, and easy integration into laboratory workflows while maintaining professional environmental test capability.

What service and lifecycle support is available?
CME provides full lifecycle support through its partner Levito, including installation guidance, calibration support, preventive maintenance, and long-term service assistance.

How do Benchtop Environmental Test Chambers fit into CME’s testing portfolio?
Benchtop chambers complement CME’s reach-in and walk-in environmental chambers, enabling a scalable testing approach from early R&D through full-scale qualification.