IEC 60598-1 & IEC 60112 Materials Flame Test Equipment

The IEC 60598-1 & IEC 60112 Materials Flame Test Equipment is designed to evaluate the flammability, tracking resistance, and ignition characteristics of insulating materials used in electrical and electronic devices. This test system is essential for determining the fire hazards of materials and ensuring compliance with international safety standards.

This equipment is specifically used to conduct flammability and tracking tests according to IEC 60598-1 (Luminaires General Requirements) and IEC 60112 (Comparative Tracking Index – CTI Test). The system helps manufacturers assess the self-extinguishing properties, flame propagation, and electrical insulation breakdown resistance of plastic, polymer, and composite materials.

Main Features

Fully compliant with IEC 60598-1 and IEC 60112 standards
Adjustable flame intensity and duration to simulate real-world fire exposure conditions
Integrated tracking index test system for material surface breakdown assessment
High-precision gas flow and air control for stable flame formation
Non-combustible and insulated test chamber ensuring a safe testing environment
Automatic test time control and high-accuracy flame detection sensors

Technical Specifications

Burner Type: IEC 60598-1 & IEC 60112 compliant gas burner
Flame Temperature: 850°C ± 10°C (Calibration-certified verification)
Flame Duration: 1 to 30 seconds adjustable
Tracking Voltage Range: 100V – 600V (For IEC 60112 CTI testing)
Test Chamber Size: 600x600x1200 mm (Customizable dimensions available)
Electrode Distance (CTI Test): 4 mm ± 0.1 mm
Droplet Collection System: For evaluating dripping behavior of materials
Automatic Data Logging: Ignition time, flame spread, and tracking resistance measurement system

Application Areas

Electrical and Electronic Products: Evaluation of insulation materials, cable coatings, and plastic enclosures
Lighting Industry: Flame and tracking resistance testing for luminaire housings and components
Automotive Industry: Flammability and insulation failure analysis for wiring harnesses, connectors, and interior components
Household Appliances: Fire resistance testing for plastic and polymer-based appliance casings
Aerospace and Defense: Material certification tests for high-performance polymers used in aviation and military applications

Standards Covered by the IEC 60598-1 & IEC 60112 Materials Flame Test Equipment

IEC 60598-1 – General requirements for luminaire flammability testing
IEC 60112 – Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) test for electrical insulation materials
UL 746A – Flammability and electrical insulation properties of polymeric materials
ASTM D3638 – Standard test for measuring tracking resistance of insulating materials
ISO 4589-2 – Oxygen index test for evaluating material combustibility
MIL-STD-810H, Method 504 – Fire and insulation degradation test for military applications

Relevant Sections and Figures in the Standards

IEC 60598-1, Section 13.2 – Ignition and flame propagation test
IEC 60112, Figure 2.1 – Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) test apparatus
UL 746A, Section 6.5 – Tracking resistance and flame retardancy test
ASTM D3638, Figure 4 – Electrical breakdown resistance testing setup
MIL-STD-810H, Method 504, Figure 7 – Military standard tracking and flame exposure test

For more information about IEC 60598-1 & IEC 60112 Materials Flame Test Equipment, or to request a custom-built solution tailored to your testing needs, please contact us.