Limiting oxygen index
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The limiting oxygen index (LOI) is the minimum concentration of oxygen, expressed as a percentage, that will support combustion of a polymer. It is measured by passing a mixture of oxygen and nitrogen over a burning specimen, and reducing the oxygen level until a critical level is reached. [1]
LOI values for different plastics are determined by standardized tests, such as the ISO 4589 and ASTM D2863.[2]
See also
References
- ↑ Definition taken from Principles of Polymer Engineering (2nd edition) by N.G. McCrum , C.P. Buckley, and C.B. Bucknall
- ↑ ASTM D 2863, Standard Test Method for Measuring the Minimum Oxygen Concentration to Support Candle-Like Combustion of Plastics (Oxygen Index).
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