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Automotive Wire Combustion Tester
BACK
Standards:
Applications:
(1) Automotive wire harnesses – assess flame resistance for vehicle safety.
(2) Low-voltage electrical cables – verify compliance with combustion standards.
(3) R&D laboratories – evaluate new wire materials for fire safety.
(4) Production quality control – ensure each batch meets flammability requirements.
(5) Certification testing – for ISO, SAE, DIN, and QC/T compliance verification.
Product Information:
The Automotive Wire Combustion Tester is designed to evaluate the flame resistance and burning performance of automotive wires and cables. It ensures compliance with international standards and helps verify wire safety under fire exposure conditions.
Standards
(1) QC/T703-2005 – Automotive electrical wire flame resistance standard
(2) SAE J1128-2005 – Automotive wire flammability test
(3) DIN 72551 – Wire and cable combustion test
(4) ISO 6722 – Road vehicle electrical cables flame resistance
Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Test Chamber | Enclosed; dimensions: 650 × 450 × 900 mm; stainless steel with matte black background |
| Fuel Gas | High-purity propane or liquefied petroleum gas |
| Test Sample Length | 600 mm (24 in) |
| Sample Clamp Angle | 45° |
| Bunsen Burner Tube | Nominal diameter 9 mm; outer flame: 100 mm (4 in); inner flame: 50 mm (1/2 in); inner flame temperature: 900 ±50°C |
| Burner Position | Below the sample, perpendicular to sample axis |
| Ignition | Automatic |
| Vertical Flame Duration | 15 s |
| Temperature Measurement | High-precision K-type thermocouple with TES-1310 temperature meter |
| Exhaust System | Ventilation fan removes combustion gases after test |
| JIS3005 Horizontal Combustion Fixture | Included; horizontal combustion test setup |
| Horizontal Test Chamber | 305 × 355 × 610 mm |
| Horizontal Sample Length | 300 mm |
| Horizontal Sample Placement | Horizontal |
| Horizontal Flame Duration | 30 s |
| Horizontal Burner Tube Diameter | 10 mm; inner flame: 35 mm; outer flame: 130 mm |
| Stop Method | Automatic when preset data reached |
Features
(1) Dual testing modes: vertical and horizontal flame tests.
(2) Automatic ignition and precise flame exposure time.
(3) High-precision temperature measurement ensures accurate monitoring of flame conditions.
(4) Ventilation system safely removes combustion gases.
(5) Stainless steel enclosed chamber ensures safe operation and easy cleaning.
(6) Compliant with multiple international standards (QC/T, SAE, DIN, ISO).
Accessories
(1) Bunsen burner with adjustable flame
(2) K-type thermocouple and TES-1310 temperature meter
(3) Horizontal combustion fixture (JIS3005)
(4) Sample clamps and holders
(5) Exhaust ventilation system
Test Procedures
(1) Mount the wire sample of specified length in the clamp at a 45° angle for vertical testing.
(2) Set the burner to the required flame parameters and activate automatic ignition.
(3) Expose the sample to the vertical flame for 15 s while monitoring temperature.
(4) For horizontal testing, mount the sample in the JIS3005 horizontal fixture.
(5) Apply the horizontal flame for 30 s.
(6) Observe and record the flame behavior, charring, and any combustion events.
(7) After completion, activate the exhaust system to remove residual gases.
Maintenance Information
(1) Regularly clean the test chamber to prevent soot accumulation.
(2) Inspect the Bunsen burner and flame tubes for blockages or wear.
(3) Check thermocouple calibration before testing.
(4) Ensure exhaust ventilation is unobstructed.
(5) Store flammable gases safely according to regulations.
Conclusion
The Automotive Wire Combustion Tester provides reliable assessment of wire flame resistance, supporting safety verification, R&D evaluation, and quality control. It ensures automotive wiring meets required standards for vehicle fire safety.
FAQ
(1) What is this product?
It is a tester for evaluating the combustion and flame resistance of automotive wires.
(2) What is this product used for?
It tests whether wires comply with flame-resistance standards under controlled flame exposure.
(3) What is the working principle of this product?
Wires are exposed to controlled flames in vertical and horizontal positions, with temperature monitored and combustion behavior recorded.
(4) Why is this product important?
It ensures automotive wires maintain safety under fire exposure, preventing electrical fire hazards.
(5) What industries is this product suitable for?
Automotive wire manufacturing, electrical cable production, R&D laboratories, and quality control facilities.
