Maintaining the accuracy and reliability of sophisticated scientific instruments demand effective humidity control in laboratories and instrumentation rooms. These environments, whether in commercial facilities, industrial instrumentation rooms, or educational institutions, need precise humidity management to prevent corrosion, condensation, and electronic malfunctions that can compromise results.
While temperature control is often managed through air-conditioning, humidity control is frequently overlooked, leading to potential equipment damage and inaccuracies in performance. Implementing effective humidity control solutions ensures optimal functioning and extends the lifespan of sensitive instruments.
Effects of Uncontrolled Humidity
Humidity control in laboratories and instrumentation rooms is crucial to prevent the obstruction of sensors that are vital for precise measurement. Excess moisture in these environments can lead to inaccurate results and observations, as uncontrolled humidity causes significant damage to electronic machinery, resulting in erratic readings and unreliable analysis of mission-critical processes.
In some cases, excess humidity levels can also lead to fungal growth, further compromising the integrity of the laboratory environment. Effective humidity control is essential to maintain the accuracy and reliability of sensitive instruments and processes.
Besides, lack of proper humidity management can lead to:
- Corrosion and micro-corrosion
- Reduced life cycle of expensive equipment
- Frequent replacement and increased maintenance costs
- Recurrent breakdowns
- Frequent re-calibration
- Inaccurate readings
Causes of Uncontrolled Humidity
Wet and damp environment conditions with high relative humidity (RH) are major contributors in causing humidity.
Occurrence of various reactions in laboratories during experimentation, leading to releasing of moisture also become a major source of humidity in the laboratories.
General Recommendation
Here’s the temperature and RH recommendations by various manufacturers of laboratory equipment:
| Area |
Temp. °C |
% RH |
| Temperature Dry Bulb |
20°C to 27°C |
40% – 50% |
Bry-Air Solution
Laboratories require stable temperature and humidity to enhance the accuracy of test results, carry out quality control analysis, experiments, or for the research of material properties. Bry-Air Dehumidifiers can provide either constant relative humidity or constant dew point temperature depending upon the materials and characteristics. It is capable of maintaining the dew point as low as – 60°C, regardless of ambient conditions.
Bry-Air, the leader in moisture and humidity control gives you the power to:
- Reduce corrosion and micro-corrosion of mission critical equipment
- Increase life cycle of expensive machinery
- Minimise recurrent breakdown
- Get accurate readings and results
