BCX Series Operating Manual Page 17
E. INTERNAL SALT SOLUTION RESERVOIR
The BCX reservoir holds 132 liters/ 35 gallons of salt solution, sufficient to perform 3-5
days of continuous salt spray testing depending on the cabinet size and settings.
1. Water: Use Dl or distilled water to make solution (according to the test specification).
2. In-line Filter:
Large particulates and contaminants are prevented from entering the
system by the in-line salt solution reservoir filter, which needs to be replaced
periodically (see Maintenance for details).
F. FOG NOZZLE
The fog nozzle appears to be a simple plastic nozzle, but it is a critical part in the proper
functioning of the cabinet, and in obtaining accurate test results. Constructed of a clear,
non-corroding, acrylic resin, it is carefully crafted to specification. Hole diameter of the
nozzle are very small and precision-fabricated, and it must be kept clear and free of salt,
crystalline buildup or obstruction (do not scrape or use rough tools). To keep the nozzle
free of blockage, the whole system should be flushed with warm, clean water for an hour
at the end of each test period to remove all residual salt, preventing crystallization.
G. DISPERSION TOWER
The dispersion tower is where the salt solution and the
humidified air meet at the atomizer nozzle to create the
fog. It consists of:
a. vertical or horizontal baffle system
b. pickup
tube/baffle
c. atomizer
nozzle
d. internal feed reservoir
