I want to test composite materials for fire retardation or resistance to flammability. Also I want to know the procedure of any test from which, i can test for the above said properties..
There are several methods for fire resistance or flammability. Depending on the materials and applications of the materials you might find different methods. From there you can find the procedure
- UL 94 would certainly be a good start, UL 94HB, 94V, 94VTM, 94-5V, 94HBF, 94HF or UL 94 V-0, V-1 and V-2 flammability ratings.
- Limiting oxygen index (LOI)
- Vertical burning test (VC)
- Flammability ASTM D635, ISO 3795. The flammability test is used to determine the relative rate of burning of self-supporting plastics
There are many methods, all very well documented and esy to find. Looking at the US standard UL 94 would certainly be a good start for what you plan to do.
Alain
You can approach the CIPET institute near by manipal, they ll have the flammability equipment with all the above said testing method...
Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology, Mysore. Is that the one you are telling about??
Yes.... Central institute of plastics engg and technology . But I carried out in chennai cipet..
There are several methods for fire resistance or flammability. Depending on the materials and applications of the materials you might find different methods. From there you can find the procedure
- UL 94 would certainly be a good start, UL 94HB, 94V, 94VTM, 94-5V, 94HBF, 94HF or UL 94 V-0, V-1 and V-2 flammability ratings.
- Limiting oxygen index (LOI)
- Vertical burning test (VC)
- Flammability ASTM D635, ISO 3795. The flammability test is used to determine the relative rate of burning of self-supporting plastics
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