Need a customizable TVAC systems built around your mission?

How do I choose the right TVAC for my next space mission?

Selecting the right TVAC system requires evaluating:

• Test article dimensions
• Payload mass
• Required temperature range
• Required vacuum level
• Contamination requirements
• Facility constraints
• Future testing needs

The chamber should not only satisfy today's requirements but also support future programs and spacecraft generations. Our engineers can work directly with your team to fully customizable TVAC systems.

Dynavac draws up a practical selection Guide walking you through the essential factors to consider, key questions to ask, and reflections that will help you confidently identify the best solution for your mission. Guide Free Download here

What size Thermal Vacuum Chamber do I need?

The required chamber volume depends on more than the hardware dimensions alone. Engineers must also consider fixtures, instrumentation, deployable structures, thermal shrouds, and clearance required for proper radiative heat transfer.

A chamber that is too small can compromise simulation accuracy and limit future testing flexibility.

What types of Thermal Vacuum Chambers are available?

TVAC systems are typically classified according to spacecraft size:

• SmallSat and CubeSat chambers
• Micro- and mini-satellite systems
• Medium-class satellite chambers
• Large spacecraft qualification facilities
• Fully customized space simulation systems

Dynavac's portfolio ranges from benchtop systems to large field-constructed space simulation facilities.

Can TVAC Systems Be Customized for Specific Test Requirements?

Yes. Customizable TVAC systems can be engineered to meet unique mission, payload, and facility requirements that cannot be addressed by standard platforms.

Common customization options include:

• Custom chamber dimensions and geometries
• Single-zone or multi-zone thermal shrouds
• Advanced cryogenic cooling architectures
• Optical payload testing configurations
• Electric propulsion testing capabilities
• Cleanroom integration
• Specialized feedthroughs and instrumentation
• Contamination control and bakeout solutions

A customized TVAC system allows organizations to optimize test fidelity, operational efficiency, and future scalability while ensuring the chamber is aligned with specific qualification objectives.