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    This document describes test methods from BS 5438; 1989 for assessing the flammability of vertically oriented single or multi-layered textile fabrics when exposed to a small igniting flame. It outlines three test procedures that involve applying an igniting flame to fabric specimens of different sizes in both the warp and weft directions and measuring ignition time, flame spread, or marker thread severance. The tests are used to evaluate properties like ease of ignition, maximum flame extent, and durability of flaming/afterglow for determining a fabric's flammability.

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    This document describes test methods from BS 5438; 1989 for assessing the flammability of vertically oriented single or multi-layered textile fabrics when exposed to a small igniting flame. It outlines three test procedures that involve applying an igniting flame to fabric specimens of different sizes in both the warp and weft directions and measuring ignition time, flame spread, or marker thread severance. The tests are used to evaluate properties like ease of ignition, maximum flame extent, and durability of flaming/afterglow for determining a fabric's flammability.

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    This document describes test methods from BS 5438; 1989 for assessing the flammability of vertically oriented single or multi-layered textile fabrics when exposed to a small igniting flame. It outlines three test procedures that involve applying an igniting flame to fabric specimens of different sizes in both the warp and weft directions and measuring ignition time, flame spread, or marker thread severance. The tests are used to evaluate properties like ease of ignition, maximum flame extent, and durability of flaming/afterglow for determining a fabric's flammability.

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    This document describes test methods from BS 5438; 1989 for assessing the flammability of vertically oriented single or multi-layered textile fabrics when exposed to a small igniting flame. It outlines three test procedures that involve applying an igniting flame to fabric specimens of different sizes in both the warp and weft directions and measuring ignition time, flame spread, or marker thread severance. The tests are used to evaluate properties like ease of ignition, maximum flame extent, and durability of flaming/afterglow for determining a fabric's flammability.

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    Flame Retardancy

    Description of test methods and their application

    BS 5438; 1989

    1. Scope:

    Methods of test for flammability of vertically oriented single textile fabrics


    or multi-layered fabrics, subjected to a small igniting flame.

    This standard (vertical test / face ignition) describes methods of test for
    flammability of vertically oriented textile fabrics, e. g. curtains and drapes,
    subjected to a small igniting flame by observing and measuring the ease of
    ignition. Test specimens can be of a single or multi-layered fabric represent-
    ative of the product in use.

    2. Preparation of specimens:

    Test 1: 220 mm x 170 mm, 3 specimens each in warp and weft direction
    Test 2: 220 mm x 170 mm , 3 specimens each in warp and weft direction
    Test 3: 670 mm x 170 mm , 3 specimens each in warp and weft direction

    3. Test procedure:

    Test 1:
    Method for assessing the shortest time that causes a test specimen to
    ignite. Apply the igniting flame on the test specimen for a duration of 2 sec.
    Stop the timing device when the test specimen ceases to flame and note
    whether ignition has taken place. If not, repreat the test with a fresh test
    specimen and with a flame application time of 3 sec. If the specimen does
    not ignite even then, repeat with flame application times of 4, 6, 8, and
    10 sec until the shortest of these times is found. Then repeat the procedure
    but with the direction of the fabric at 180°C to its initial direction. The test is
    carried out both with specimens in warp and weft direction.

    Consumer Care
    Textile Chemicals

    FR - specification.ppt
    Flame Retardancy
    Description of test methods and their application

    BS 5438; 1989

    Test 2: Observe - after the application of the igniting flame for 10 sec -
    whether, for any flame, any part of its lowest boundary reaches the upper
    edge or one of the vertical edges of the test specimen or whether a hole
    develops which extends to the upper edge or one of the vertical edges of
    the specimen.
    Repeat this test twice. If there is no flaming, apply the ignition flame for
    2 sec and observe whether a hole develops. If yes, record the maximum
    extent of any hole in the horizontal or vertical direction whichever is the
    greater.

    Test 3: Fit marker threads of white mercerized cotton spaced 5 mm and 15


    mm away from the front of the test specimen (2 each in the vertical and
    horizontal direction). Apply the ignition flame for 10 sec and measure the
    severance of each marker thread.

    4. Apparatus:

    BS 5438; 1976

    5. Assessment:

    a) occurrence of any flaming debris


    b) duration of flaming
    c) duration of afterglow
    d) glowing reaches one of the edges
    e) spread of flame or formation of holes, the maximum extent of any
    hole in the horizontal or vertical direction is to be recorded

    Consumer Care
    Textile Chemicals

    FR - specification.ppt

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