About Element Oxford
Element Oxford, previously known as Culham Lightning Studies Unit (CLSU), was originally established in 1972 and acquired by Element in 2018.
Located in Abingdon, UK, the test facility provides comprehensive lightning testing services and consultancy to the aerospace and defence sectors. It’s the only commercial laboratory in the country with the capability to test aerostructures for the effects of direct lightning strikes (DO160/ED14 Section 23 testing).
With highly customisable generators our expert team are also able to cover a large array of ground based and bespoke lightning test waveforms.
Related Services

Aircraft Lightning Strike Testing
Our lightning protection testing services help ensure that, in the event of a direct strike, your electronics, equipment and materials continue to perform without failure.

MIL STD-461 Testing
To meet the needs of your Military and Defense testing requirements, Element offers MIL-STD-461 testing at multiple A2LA and UKAS-accredited laboratories across the US and UK.

RTCA DO 160 Testing
As one of the largest testing providers in the global aerospace sector, Element are a single-source partner for every section of RTCA DO-160 testing.

Advisory Services
Element offers a comprehensive range of advisory services that help guide our customers through the complex landscape of testing, inspection, certification, and regulatory compliance as they develop new materials and products.

Lightning Protection for Facilities
Lightning can't be entirely eliminated, but with proper engineering practices and a strong understanding of lightning physics, facilities can be designed to not only survive but also continue functioning after a lightning strike.

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