Can ULC S102 vs ASTM E84?

Each ASTM E84 test produces FSI and SDI, while each CAN/ULC-S102 test produces Flame Spread Value (FSV) and Smoke Developed Value (SDV). Additionally, three or more tests performed on the same material for CAN/ULC-S102 produce averaged values to create Flame Spread Rating (FSR) and Smoke Developed Classification (SDC).

What is ASTM 84?

The ASTM E-84 is the standard test method for assessing the surface burning characteristics of building products to explore how the material might contribute to flame spread in the event of a fire. The test reports the Flame Spread index and Smoke Developed index of the tested product.

What do you need to know about UL 94V-0?

Flammability UL 94 V method “evaluates both the burning and afterglow times after repeated flame application and dripping of the burning test specimen” in a vertical burning test. To attain the UL 94V-0 standard, samples must have met the following criteria:

What is the vertical burn rating of UL 94?

Vertical Burning Test for Classifying Materials UL 94 V Rating: V-0, V-1, V-2 This test measures the self-extinguishing time of the vertically oriented polymer specimen. The top of the test specimen is clamped to a stand and the burner is placed directly below the specimen.

What does 723 ul mean on a liner?

723 UL is a UL 723 classified product cast on a paper liner. Product is UL listed from 1/16” to ¼” in thickness with an acrylic PSA. Applications. 723 UL is used in any application requiring a UL 723 rating where an aluminum liner is not required or desirable.

When to use ANSI / UL 723 surface burning test?

The ANSI/UL 723 (ASTM E84) Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials test is typically used to determine the relative surface burning characteristics of materials used as coverings for walls and ceilings. The test requires 24 feet