EN 50265-2-1 Vertical Flame Propagation Resistance Test for a Single Insulated Conductor or Cable - 1 kW Premixed Flame

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of EN 50265-2-1 testing. EN 50265 specifies a test method for resistance to flame propagation for a single electrically insulated conductor or cable or optical cable under fire conditions.

Part 1 describes the test apparatus and Part 2 describes the various procedures. EN 50265-2-1 specifies the use of a 1kW premixed flame and is for general use, but the specified procedure may not be suitable for testing small single insulated conductors or cables with a total cross-section less than 0,5 mm².

The purpose of this test is similar to that previously stated (EN 50265-1), whose purpose is to evaluate the fire performance of a single insulated conductor or cable when subjected to vertical flame propagation. However, this section specifies the use of a 1 kW premixed flame as the ignition source.

Key considerations under EN 50265-2-1 may include:

• Apparatus: The standard identifies the specific apparatus and equipment required to perform the test using a 1 kW premixed flame.
• Test procedure: Detailed instructions on how to perform the test with a 1 kW premixed flame will be provided, including the duration of the test and other relevant parameters.
• Evaluation criteria: The standard likely outlines criteria for evaluating the resistance of the cable to vertical flame propagation when exposed to a 1 kW premixed flame.
• Reporting: Information on recording data during the test and preparing the test report can be included in the standard.

As with the previous standard (EN 50265-1), compliance with EN 50265-2-1 is essential to ensure fire safety of cables used in various applications. Meeting the requirements of this standard demonstrates the cable's ability to withstand flame propagation, which is crucial for preventing the spread of fire in buildings, vehicles and other facilities.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with EN 50265-2-1 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.