Electronic screen undergoing EN 13501-1 fire resistance test

EN 13501-1 fire tests are generally conducted on single materials. For electronic screen products, most clients typically select the main surface materials to prepare samples for testing.

EN 13501-1 Fire Test - Sample Dimensions:

1500mm x 1000mm x 5 pcs

1500mm x 500mm x 5 pcs

90mm x 250mm x 12 pcs

EN 13501-1 is a European harmonized standard used for classifying the fire performance of construction products and building elements. It provides a unified assessment method to determine how materials react in fire situations, helping to ensure building safety.

The standard covers a wide range of construction materials and products, including but not limited to insulation materials, decorative materials, structural components, etc.

This standard primarily classifies fire ratings based on reaction-to-fire test data of products, including classes A1, A2, B, C, D, E, F, with different performance requirements for each class.

Electronic screen products generally apply for classes B, C, and D more frequently.

EN 13501-1 Fire Test - Standard Name:

EN 13501-1: Fire classification of construction products and building elements - Part 1: Classification using data from reaction to fire tests

EN 13501-1: Fire classification of construction products and building elements - Part 1: Classification using data from reaction to fire tests

EN 13501-1 Fire Test - Related Indicators:

Combustion Performance Test

Mainly includes tests on the flammability of materials, flame spread speed, etc. For example, using a small flame (such as a small flame source igniting the edge of the material) to observe whether the material is easily ignited and the speed at which flames spread across the material surface. This is similar to common combustion tests for building materials like wooden boards, plastic panels, etc.

Smoke Production Performance Test

Measures the amount of smoke produced by materials during combustion. This is because smoke is one of the major factors causing casualties in fires, as heavy smoke reduces visibility and hinders escape.

Burning Droplets/Particles Test

Observes whether materials produce burning droplets or particles during combustion. These droplets may carry flames, igniting other materials and thus expanding the fire.

For example, for building decoration products made of plastic materials, when ignited, they may produce burning plastic droplets. In such cases, it is necessary to assess the hazard level of these droplets to the surrounding environment and determine whether they meet fire safety requirements.