Protocol for assessment of the ignitability of upholstered furniture - ignition source equivalent to a burning 20 g paper cushion

Protocol for assessment of the ignitability of upholstered furniture - ignition source equivalent to a burning 20 g paper cushion
The purpose of this test is to observe the behaviour of a padding/cover combination when exposed to an ignition source equivalent to a 20g sheet of paper being set alight.

The padding/envelope combination is presented in the form of a model in a conventional form, a junction between the seat and the backrest as could be observed on a usual seat. The burner is lit, with the gas flow and pressure at the specified values, then it is left in contact with the model for 2 minutes. The test lasts a maximum of 20 minutes, and can be stopped if the model is too damaged.

  • Skills : 
    Fire
  • Normative references : 
    NF D 60-013
  • COFRAC accreditation

Materials

Textile and foam

Product type

Seats

Scope of the test

France

 

  • Affiliated laboratory : Furnishings – Fire