Thermal Radiation Flooring Combustion Tester

The Thermal Radiation Flooring Combustion Tester is used to evaluate the ignition and flame-spread performance of flooring materials under thermal radiation.

Product Standards

ISO 9239 - 1: Reaction to fire tests for floor coverings - Part 1: Determination of the burning behaviour of floor coverings using a radiant heat source.

ISO 9239 - 2: Reaction to fire tests for floor coverings - Part 2: Determination of flame spread under a heat flux of 25 kW/m².

ASTM E 648: Standard test method for critical radiant flux of floor covering systems using a radiant heat energy source.

ASTM E 970: Standard test method for critical radiant flux of attic floor insulation using a radiant heat energy source.

NFPA 253: Standard test method for critical radiant flux of side wall covering systems using a radiant heat energy source (National Fire Protection Association Code, Vol. 6).

GB/T 11785 - 2005; GB 8624: 2012

Product Specifications

Equipment Dimensions: 2220 (W) × 1500 (D) × 2650 (H) mm

Dimensions of Control Box 1: 650 (W) × 675 (D) × 1750 (H) mm

Dimensions of Control Box 2: 650 (W) × 675 (D) × 1200 (H) mm

Power Supply: AC 220V, 25A

Weight: Approximately 220 kg

Compressed Air Source: Propane with a purity of over 95%

FAQ

1. What does the tester evaluate?

It evaluates the burning and flame-spread behavior of flooring materials under thermal radiation.

2. What materials can be tested?

It is mainly used for carpets, floor coverings, and other flooring products.

3. What is the main purpose of the test?

It helps assess the fire performance and ignition characteristics of flooring materials.

4. What test results can be obtained?

Typical results include ignition behavior, flame spread, and burning characteristics.

5. Why is thermal radiation used?

Thermal radiation simulates heat exposure from a nearby fire source and helps evaluate material behavior under radiant heat.