Accelerated Aging Calculator (AAT)
In industries where shelf-life, reliability, or material degradation matter—like medical devices, electronics, or packaging—understanding how time affects performance is crucial. Enter the Accelerated Aging Calculator (AAT Calculator), your go-to tool for estimating product lifespan using time-compression models like the Arrhenius Equation.
Whether you’re in quality assurance, R&D, or regulatory testing, this calculator simplifies accelerated aging time formulas to simulate long-term product performance under elevated temperature conditions.
What is an Accelerated Aging Calculator?
An Accelerated Aging Calculator is a scientific tool used to predict how quickly a material or product will age under elevated temperatures compared to real-time conditions. Based on the Arrhenius equation, it helps calculate the Accelerated Aging Time (AAT), a critical metric for testing product durability.
This method is especially important for:
- Medical device validation
- Packaging testing (e.g., Westpak standards)
- Electronics shelf-life prediction
It bridges the gap between real-time aging and lab-simulated aging, enabling businesses to speed up product development and meet compliance timelines.
How to Use the Accelerated Aging Calculator
Here’s how to simulate years of aging in weeks:
- Enter the storage temperature (°C) – your product’s normal environment.
- Enter the accelerated temperature (°C) – the elevated lab condition.
- Input the desired real-time duration (days/months/years).
- Click “Calculate” to get the Accelerated Aging Time (AAT) using the standard Arrhenius equation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the formula used in the Accelerated Aging Calculator?
We use the Arrhenius-based AAF (Accelerated Aging Factor) formula:
AAF = Q10^((Ta – Ts)/10), where Q10 is typically 2.
Is this AAT calculator free to use?
Yes! It’s a completely free, browser-based calculator with no downloads or logins.
Can I download the results in Excel?
While this is not an Excel-based calculator, you can manually copy your values. We are working on an export feature soon.
What are typical applications for AAT in medical device testing?
AAT is essential for FDA validation, sterility testing, and material degradation analysis in medical devices.
What is Westpak’s role in accelerated aging?
Westpak provides certified aging and package testing services that align with ISO and ASTM standards. This calculator complements those tests.
