Flame Retardant
Posted on 31/12/2018 Category:
Having the ability to resist combustion. A flame retardant elastomer is considered to be one that will not continue to burn or glow after the source of ignition has been removed. Specific test standards are laid down by various industries depending on their specific requirements. Flame resistance testing requires a standard burner and fuel, which gives a flame of known characteristics. Rubber samples are then placed at a certain position in the flame and removed after an ignition period. The time taken for the rubber to self-extinguish is recorded with notes regarding after flow and any hot particles emitted by the sample at any stage.
