| Flame Testing Methods Available at ARDL Include: |
ASTM C 542 SEC. 8.8 |
| ASTM C 1166 Standard Test Method for Flame Propagation of Dense and Cellular Elastomeric Gaskets and Accessories |
| ASTM D 378 SEC. 15 Standard Test Methods for Rubber (Elastomeric) Belting, Flat Type |
| ASTM D 5048 Standard Test Method for Measuring the Comparative Burning Characteristics and Resistance to Burn-Through of Solid Plastics Using 125-mm Flame |
| MIL-STD-202 Method 111A Flammability (External Flame) |
| NFPA 701 Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films |
| Horizontal Burn |
| ASTM D 635 Standard Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of Burning of Plastics in a Horizontal Position |
| FMVSS 302 Flammability of Interior Materials |
| SAE J 369 Flammability of Polymeric Interior Materials Horizontal Test Method |
| UL-94 Tests for Flammability of Plastic Materials for Parts in Devices and Appliances |
| Tunnel Burn |
MIL-M-15562F |
| Vertical Burn |
| UL-94 Tests for Flammability of Plastic Materials for Parts in Devices and Appliances |
| ASTM C 1166 Vertical - Standard Test Method for Flame Propagation of Dense and Cellular Elastomeric Gaskets and Accessories |
| ASTM D 3801 Standard Test Method for Measuring the Comparative Burning Characteristics of Solid Plastics in a Vertical Position |
| ARDL can test to additional standardized specifications as well as custom specifications. If you are interested in a method that is not listed here, please do not hesitate to call (330) 794-6600 or toll free (866) 778-ARDL to find out if we can perform your test. Chances are we can help and if not, we may know someone who can. |
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