Needle Flame Test Apparatus IEC 60695-11-5 for Insulating Materials Fire Resistance
The Needle Flame Test Apparatus is a precision laboratory instrument designed to evaluate the fire resistance of insulating materials and small components. This equipment simulates localized flame conditions that may result from electrical faults, overheating, or component failures in electrical and electronic products.
Manufactured in strict compliance with IEC 60695-11-5 standards, this apparatus provides controlled, repeatable testing for ignition behavior, flame spread, and self-extinguishing performance. It is widely utilized in safety compliance testing, product development, and quality inspection laboratories.
Key Features
Accurate Flame Generation
- Precision-machined needle burner with internal diameter of φ0.5 ± 0.1 mm
- External diameter ≤ φ0.9 mm with minimum length of 35 mm
- Produces stable, repeatable flame with adjustable height of 12 ± 1 mm
- Uses high-purity butane or propane gas (≥95%) for consistent combustion
Intelligent Control System
- Integrated PLC control system with full-color touchscreen interface
- Automatic control of flame application time and test sequence
- Digital timers for precise measurement of flame exposure and afterflame duration
- Enhanced repeatability and traceability through accurate timing
Flexible Test Configuration
- Flame application angle adjustable between vertical and 45°
- Black-background test chamber improves flame visibility
- Temperature monitoring via K-type thermocouple for reliable thermal feedback
Robust & Safe Construction
- Enclosed test chamber design minimizes external airflow interference
- Observation window enables safe monitoring of test process
- Emergency stop and protective structure enhance operator safety
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Control Mode |
PLC automatic control |
| Display |
Color touchscreen |
| Needle Burner |
Inner Ø 0.5 ± 0.1 mm; outer Ø ≤ 0.9 mm; length ≥ 35 mm |
| Flame Height |
12 ± 1 mm, adjustable |
| Flame Angle |
Vertical or 45° adjustable |
| Gas Type |
Butane or propane, ≥95% purity |
| Timing Range |
0-9999 * 0.1 s |
| Temperature Sensor |
K-type thermocouple |
| Test Chamber Volume |
≥ 0.5 m³, black interior |
| Power Supply |
Customized according to local requirements |
| Approximate Dimensions |
1100 * 550 * 1100 mm |
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