Battery Combustion Test Chamber
The Battery Combustion Test Chamber is designed for evaluating the combustion safety performance of lithium-ion batteries through controlled flame exposure testing. The equipment simulates battery combustion conditions by applying a specified flame source to the sample and observing its behavior during the combustion process, including ignition, continuous burning, rupture, or explosion.
The system adopts a Bunsen burner combustion structure with a stainless steel mesh support, protective test enclosure, observation window, and ventilation system. It is widely used in battery safety research, certification testing, and quality evaluation to assess the fire resistance performance of various battery products.
Application
The Battery Combustion Test Chamber is suitable for combustion safety evaluation of different lithium battery products, including:
(1) Lithium-ion battery cells for consumer electronics.
(2) Cylindrical batteries such as 18650 and similar cell formats.
(3) Prismatic lithium-ion batteries.
(4) Polymer pouch batteries.
(5) Battery packs used in portable electronic devices.
(6) Power batteries for electric vehicles.
(7) Battery safety verification in research laboratories and testing organizations.
Standards
(1) UL2272-2016 – Standard for Electrical Systems for Personal E-Mobility Devices
(2) UL2271-2013 – Standard for Batteries for Use in Light Electric Vehicle Applications
(3) GB/T 31241-2014 – Safety Requirements for Lithium-Ion Cells and Batteries Used in Portable Electronic Equipment
(4) GB/T 18287-2013 – General Specification for Lithium-Ion Batteries for Mobile Communication Handsets
(5) GB/T 8894.4-2008 – Safety Requirements for Battery Products
(6) YD/T 2344.1-2011 – Lithium Battery Test Requirements
(7) GB/T 31485-2015 – Safety Requirements and Test Methods for Traction Batteries of Electric Vehicles
Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Burner Type | Bunsen burner |
| Burner Tube Inner Diameter | 9.5 mm |
| Burner Tube Length | Approx. 100 mm |
| Flame Application Time | 0–999.9 s, resolution 0.1 s |
| Test Round Hole Surface Diameter | 102 mm |
| Test Mesh Screen | Stainless steel wire mesh, 0.43 mm wire diameter, 20 mesh/inch |
| Flame Distance from Screen | 38 mm |
| Octagonal Net Cover Width | 610 mm |
| Octagonal Net Cover Height | 305 mm |
| Octagonal Cover Material | Aluminum mesh, 0.25 mm wire diameter, 16–18 mesh/inch |
| Protective Box Size | Approx. 730 × 740 × 500 mm |
| Box Material | Stainless steel inner chamber, cold rolled steel outer shell |
| Observation Window | 150 × 150 mm, tempered glass with stainless steel mesh |
| Ventilation System | Rear ventilation fan system |
| Combustion Gas | Methane or LPG (customer supplied) |
| Power Supply | AC220V, 50Hz |
| Equipment Weight | Approx. 100 kg |
Features
(1) Designed for lithium battery combustion and flame resistance evaluation.
(2) Uses a Bunsen burner system to provide stable and controllable flame exposure.
(3) Adjustable flame application time supports different testing requirements.
(4) Standardized stainless steel mesh structure ensures repeatable combustion conditions.
(5) Protective enclosure improves operator safety during battery combustion tests.
(6) Multi-layer observation window allows visual monitoring during testing.
(7) Ventilation system helps remove combustion gases after testing.
(8) Stainless steel inner chamber provides high temperature resistance and corrosion resistance.
(9) Suitable for laboratory safety evaluation and battery research applications.
(10) Compatible with different battery sizes through customized test fixtures.
FAQ
(1) What safety performance can be evaluated by the Battery Combustion Test Chamber?
The Battery Combustion Test Chamber is used to evaluate battery behavior under direct flame exposure conditions. It helps determine whether a battery shows abnormal reactions such as ignition, continuous combustion, rupture, or explosion during the test process. The results can support battery safety design improvement, certification testing, and quality verification.
(2) What types of batteries can be tested with this equipment?
This equipment can be used for different lithium battery formats, including cylindrical cells, prismatic batteries, pouch batteries, and battery packs. It is suitable for battery products used in consumer electronics, electric vehicles, portable devices, and other applications requiring combustion safety evaluation.
(3) How does the Battery Combustion Test Chamber perform the combustion test?
The system applies a controlled flame from a Bunsen burner to the battery sample under specified test conditions. The battery is exposed to the flame for a defined period while operators observe and record combustion behavior. The test results are evaluated according to the requirements of the applicable battery safety standard.
(4) How should I choose a suitable Battery Combustion Test Chamber?
Selection should be based on the battery type, required testing standards, laboratory safety conditions, and future testing requirements. Users should confirm whether the chamber design, combustion method, observation system, and safety protection functions meet their testing applications before purchasing.
(5) Who needs a Battery Combustion Test Chamber?
It is widely used by lithium battery manufacturers, electric vehicle battery suppliers, consumer electronics companies, third-party testing laboratories, research institutions, and certification organizations. These users apply the equipment for battery safety assessment, product development verification, and compliance testing.
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