Horizontal & 45° Flammability Tester AITM 2.002 / BSS 7230
The Horizontal & 45° Flammability Tester is an automated combustion testing device designed to evaluate material response to flame exposure. It allows samples to be positioned both horizontally and at a 45° angle to measure flame duration, post-flame development time, and the extent of charring. This instrument is widely used in aerospace, transportation, protective clothing, and industrial material testing for fire safety assessment.
Applications
(1) Aerospace materials – aircraft cabin panels, seat cushions, cabin wall liners, insulation blankets.
(2) Protective clothing and textiles – firefighter garments, chemical protective suits, aviation suits, flame-retardant fabrics.
(3) Automotive interior components – dashboards, seats, carpets, door panels, headliners.
(4) Polymer and composite materials – laminated boards, fiber-reinforced plastics, high-performance polymer sheets.
(5) Building and insulation materials – fire-retardant insulation boards, foams, laminated composites used in construction.
(6) Consumer electronics enclosures – casings for appliances, electronic devices, and battery compartments where fire safety is critical.
Standards
(1) AITM 2.002 – Aerospace Materials Flammability Test Method.
(2) BSS 7230 – British Standard for Aircraft Materials Combustibility.
(3) FAR 25.853 F Part 1 – Federal Aviation Regulations, Flammability Requirements for Aircraft Materials.
(4) FTM 191A Method 5903 – US Air Force Standard Test Method for Flammability of Materials.
(5) ISO 4589-2 – Plastics – Determination of Burning Behavior using Oxygen Index.
(6) ASTM D6413 – Standard Test Method for Flame Resistance of Textiles (Vertical Test).
Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Sample positioning | Horizontal & 45° angle |
| Sample holder size | 254 × 254 mm (for 45° test) |
| Flame measurement | Inner cone height ~22 mm, Tip height ~38 mm |
| Timer | Digital programmable TermoCrono, measures exposure time, dripping duration, minimum flame temperature |
| Thermocouple | K-type for flame temperature detection |
| Structure | AISI304 stainless steel, black interior |
| Safety | Glass door for observation, drip collection tray |
| Burner | Bunsen, 10 mm diameter, with safety valve |
| Pressure control | Built-in pressure gauge |
| Dimensions | 615 × 320 × 787 mm (W×D×H) |
| Weight | 25 kg |
| Power supply | 230 VAC, 50 Hz, 1 A |
| Gas supply | Methane |
Test Items
The Horizontal & 45° Flammability Tester can evaluate:
(1) Flame Duration
Measures how long the specimen continues burning after flame exposure.
(2) After-Flame Performance
Evaluates whether the material continues to burn after removal of the ignition source.
(3) Burning Rate and Flame Spread
Assesses the speed and extent of flame development on the specimen surface.
(4) Charring Behavior
Measures the damaged area and carbonized characteristics after combustion.
(5) Dripping Characteristics
Evaluates whether molten or burning particles are generated during testing.
Advantages
(1) Dual sample holder design allows simultaneous horizontal and 45° tests.
(2) Robust stainless-steel construction ensures durability and corrosion resistance.
(3) Integrated digital timer and K-type thermocouple provide precise measurement of flame exposure and post-flame behavior.
(4) Safety features include tempered glass observation window and drip collection tray.
(5) Compact design with easy sample handling enhances laboratory efficiency.
FAQ
(1) What is this product?
It is an automated tester for evaluating the flammability of materials under horizontal and 45° flame exposure.
(2) What is it used for?
It measures flame duration, post-flame development, and charring extent for aerospace, protective, automotive, and industrial materials.
(3) What types of samples can it test?
Aircraft interior panels, seat cushions, protective clothing, polymer sheets, laminated boards, foams, dashboards, electronic enclosures.
(4) What industry problems does it solve?
It ensures compliance with international fire safety standards, reduces fire hazard risks in transportation, building, and electronics industries, and helps manufacturers verify material performance under flame exposure.
(5) How does it operate?
Samples are mounted horizontally or at 45°, exposed to a controlled Bunsen flame, with automated timing, flame measurement, and safety monitoring.
(6) How should customers choose a suitable flammability testing instrument?
We recommend that customers confirm the material type, required standard, sample size, test method, and evaluation parameters before selecting equipment. Our QINSUN engineers can provide professional technical guidance and detailed parameters to help customers choose suitable testing solutions.
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