IEC 60695 Needle Flame Test Apparatus For Electronic Components

IEC 60695 Needle flame test machine

Production introduction:

The IEC 60695 series sets global benchmarks for evaluating fire hazards in electrical and electronic products. Key tests include the Glow-Wire Test (IEC 60695-2-10/11) to assess ignition resistance under overheating, Flame Tests (50W/500W and Needle Flame) for material flammability, and Horizontal/Vertical Burning Tests (IEC 60695-11-10) to classify flame-retardant ratings (e.g., V-0, HB). These standards ensure compliance with certifications like UL and CE, covering components from plastics to circuit boards. Critical for manufacturers targeting international markets, IEC 60695 validates safety against real-world fire risks, supporting design integrity and regulatory approval.

Standard :

1. Glow-Wire Test
- Standard number: IEC 60695-2-10 / IEC 60695-2-11
- Test purpose: To evaluate the ignition and flame retardancy of materials or components under high temperature conditions, and to simulate the local overheating scenario caused by circuit failure.
- Method:
- Use a nickel-chromium wire heated to a specific temperature (such as 550°C–960°C) to contact the sample surface and observe whether combustion or continuous flame occurs.
- The results are evaluated by "ignition temperature" (GWFI) and "flammability temperature" (GWIT).
- Application: Electronic and electrical equipment housing, insulating materials, etc.
- Similar standards: VDE 0471-2-1, GB/T 5169.10-2017.

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2. Flame test series
(1) 50W flame test
- Standard number: IEC 60695-11-4
- Test purpose: To evaluate the flame retardant performance of small electrical equipment or materials under low-intensity flame (50W).
- Method:
- Use a specific burner to apply a 50W flame to observe whether the sample ignites, the flame spreads, and whether the dripping material ignites the absorbent cotton.
- Application: Household appliances, connectors, small plastic parts, etc.
- Similar standards: UL 94 HB, EN 60695-11-4.

(2) 500W flame test
- Standard number: IEC 60695-11-20
- Test purpose: To simulate the burning effect of a high-intensity fire source (500W) on the equipment casing or material, and verify the fire isolation performance.
- Method:
- The flame continuously acts on the sample surface, and the burning time, smoke generation and flame penetration are recorded.
- Application: Fire assessment of industrial equipment, power cabinets, and building materials.
- Similar standards: ISO 9772 (foam plastic combustion test).

(3) Needle Flame Test
- Standard number: IEC 60695-11-5
- Test purpose: To simulate the risk of local combustion caused by fault arc or small flame.
- Method:
- Use a 12mm high flame (from a butane burner) to contact the sample to evaluate the flame spread and self-extinguishing ability.
- Application: Electronic components, PCB boards, insulation materials, etc.
- Similar standards: ISO 1210, BS 415-20.2.

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3. Horizontal and vertical combustion test
- Standard number: IEC 60695-11-10
- Test purpose: To evaluate the burning rate and self-extinguishing property of the material, and to classify the flame retardant level (such as V-0/V-1/V-2).
- Method:
- Horizontal combustion (HB grade): The sample is placed horizontally and the linear burning rate is measured.
- Vertical combustion (V grade): The sample is placed vertically and the afterflame time and whether the dripping material ignites the absorbent cotton are recorded.
- Application: Plastics, foams, electronic and electrical components (such as switches and sockets).
- Similar standards: UL 94, ISO 1210.

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4. Guide to Fire Hazard Assessment
- Standard number: IEC 60695-1-30
- Content: Provides a pre-selected test process for fire risk assessment of electrical products, including test environment settings, equipment inspections, safety specifications and data recording requirements.
- Application: Guide manufacturers to incorporate fire safety considerations from the design stage and support international certification (such as CE, UL).

Technical Parameters:

1. Needle burner is made of stainless steel:the hole dia. 0.5mm ± 0.1mm, diameter≤0.9mm, length≥35mm

2. Burner flame angle:0- 45 ° (arbitrary adjustment)

3. The combustion gases: 95% butane gas or propane gas;

4.Subplate: white pine plank ( 10mm),

Surface covered by standard silk paper

200mm ± 5mm below the flame

5. Temperature range: 0--1000 ºC

6. The flame temperature requirements: 100 ± 2 ºC ~ 700 ºC ± 3 ºC,

Heating rise time: 23.5 ± 1.0s;

7. The flame height: 12mm ± 1mm;

8. Ignition time: 0s ~ 999.9s adjustable, generally 30s;

9. Burning time: 0s ~ 999.9s, automatic recording, manual pause;

10. Test Space: ≥0.5m3, black background, (can be customized cubic 0.75 m3 or 1 m3 according to customer requirements);

11. Temperature sensor: K-type insulation-sheathed thermocouple (Φ0.5mm)

12. Automatic test program , independent exhausting system;

13. Dimension: L1120 * W520 * H1250mm,

Packing list:

Since 2008, GOLD has developed 70 kinds of fire testing instruments and served many industries such as building materials, aviation, rails, IMO, wire & cable, safety protection, and so on.

Quality and Certification:
We always adhere to a strict quality control system, and all products comply with international standards (such as ISO, IEC, ASTM, etc.). We provide customers with technical support and maintenance services for equipment to ensure the long-term reliability and accuracy of the equipment.

Customer Support:
We provide customers with comprehensive technical support and services, including equipment operation training, technical consulting and after-sales service, to ensure that customers can make full use of the equipment and improve test efficiency and accuracy.

Vision and Mission:
Our vision is to become a leader in the field of global fire test equipment, and provide customers with the most reliable fire safety testing solutions through continuous innovation and high-quality services. Our mission is to help customers improve product safety performance, ensure the safety of personnel and property, and promote sustainable development of the industry.