Products:
This  Small Scale Drapery Flammability Test Apparatus is designed according to NFPA 701,which regulations fabrics and films flame propagation test method for fabrics, and apply to curtains and drapes, curtains, or other shelter materials windows, awning, tent, waterproof cloth and fabric structure similar construction and banners.


Standards:
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) NFPA 701: 2004 & 2009 Edition Test Method 1


Main Features:
1, Box of flammability test apparatus is painted,and it has transparent viewing window for easy inspection;
2, Combustion chamber dimensions: length 940mm x width 505mm x height 705mm;
3, Electronic automatic ignition, import Meker Burner;
4 Burner automatic timing; automatic timing reminder;
5, Ignition timing 0~99.99 seconds set arbitrarily, continued burning time and flame time are automatically recorded, digital display;
6, The flame height can be adjusted freely, flame temperature measuring device can be configured;
7, "Push-pull" rack fixture is provided with  Small Scale Drapery Flammability Tester;
8, The burner is fixed to the sliding track, easy to operate, the needle can adjust the flame height;
9 , Meter range: 0~1800cc/min;
10, Power supply: 220V, 50Hz, 30W.


Test Method 1 vs Test Method 2... What's the difference?

Test Method 1 applies to materials with a density less than or equal to 700/b/m². Items that fall within this category would be draperies/curtains or other fabrics used as window treatments. They are single layer fabrics. It is usually single-layer fabrics.  The exception to this is when more than one layer is fastened together by sewing or other mechanical means.  

Test Method 2 applies to plastic films, vinyl-coated fabric such as blackout linings, or lined curtains that have a vinyl coating.  Decorative materials other than fabrics fall within this category.  fabrics with or without reinforcement or a backing that is used as decoration inside a building must also pass Test 2. This also includes permanent enclosures for building under construction. Of course awnings, plastic tarps, tents, banners or membrane structures must meet the Test 2 requirements. These items cannot be tested to Test 1, only Test 2.  If you aren't sure, please contact the NFPA or visit their website.  The information is quite extensive and detailed.  The purpose of this article was to give the reader a look into the fire certifications that apply to fire retardant/ flame retardancy of plastic sheeting.