How do you test FR?

It primarily evaluates the burning performance of fabrics by observing the rate at which flames spread across them, conforming to relevant standards such as FZ/T 01028-1993. The tester features high precision and stability, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the test results.

Application

It can accurately test the flame spread speed. Equipped with different sample clamps and accessory test kits to meet various testing standards, the automatic gas control system allows for easy control of the testing process. It is suitable for determining the flame retardant properties of flame-retardant woven fabrics, knitted fabrics, coated products, laminated products, etc. It is used to determine the tendency of textiles to continue burning, smolder, and char.

Standards

ISO 3795: Road vehicles, and tractors and machinery for agriculture and forestry - Determination of burning behaviour of interior materials

FMVSS 302: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 302 - Flammability of interior materials

DIN 75200: Determination of burning behaviour of interior materials in motor vehicles

SAE J369: Test Method for Flammability of Polymeric Interior Materials - Horizontal Test

ASTM D5132: Standard Test Method for Horizontal Burning Rate of Polymeric Materials Used in Occupant Compartments of Motor Vehicles

JIS D 1201: Automotive interior materials - Determination of burning behaviour

AU 169: Flammability of materials used in the interior construction of motor vehicles

GB 8410: Flammability of automotive interior materials

Features

Flame Retardant Tester is designed for testing plastic runway surface layers, featuring precise dimensions (650mm x 500mm x 840mm) and a reliable ignition system with a 25mm diameter thincotton disc. It operates on AC22ov 30w power supply and uses 96% industrial alcohol as the combustion medium. Backed by a 1-year warranty and customizable via OEM, ODM, or OBM support, this tester ensures quality through rigorous pre-production and final shipment inspections.

Parameters

Instrument Configuration

A. Automatic gas control system (1 set);

B. DIN 75200 (Vehicle Interior Materials) testing accessories:

Includes: 1 burner, 2 nozzles;

C. SAE J369 (Polymer Interior Materials) testing accessories:

Includes: 1 burner, 2 nozzles;

D. ASTM D5132 (Polymeric Materials in Motor Vehicle Interiors) testing accessories:

Includes: 1 burner, 2 nozzles;

E. Other testing standards: 1 burner and 1 nozzle for each standard.

Advantages

The core advantage of the Flammability Tester lies in its ability to simulate real fire scenarios and help enterprises accurately verify the safety performance of materials. It not only prevents products from catching fire or flame spreading under extreme conditions but also ensures that products comply with strict industry safety standards.

The specific advantages are mainly reflected in the following aspects:

Compliance and Certification Support:

It ensures that products such as electronic components, aerospace products, building materials, and automotive parts comply with national and international mandatory standards, enabling smooth market entry.

Precise Control and Repeatability:

Through high-precision temperature controllers and adjustable burning angles, the instrument can accurately reproduce various testing requirements in a laboratory environment, providing highly accurate and reliable test results.

R&D Optimization and Cost Reduction:

During the early stage of product development, it can quickly evaluate the effectiveness of different flame retardant formulations, helping avoid product recalls and economic losses caused by failure to meet flame retardancy standards after mass production.

Safety Performance Evaluation:

It can effectively monitor key safety indicators during the combustion process, including burning drips, toxic smoke release, and material self-extinguishing time.

FAQ

1. What is this product?

It is a laboratory testing machine for evaluating the flame retardancy and burning characteristics of fabrics and interior materials.

2. What is this product used for?

To determine flame spread speed, smoldering tendency, and charring behavior of materials under standardized test conditions.

3. What is the working principle of this product?

The system ignites a sample using a thin cotton disc and controlled alcohol flame, while recording flame spread, smoldering, and charring behavior with precise timing and observation.

4. Why is this product important?

It ensures the safety and compliance of materials used in vehicles, machinery, and textiles, reducing fire risks in end-use applications.

5. What industries is this product suitable for?

Automotive, textile, polymer, industrial material testing laboratories, and regulatory compliance facilities.