DIN 51961 Plastic Surfaces - Test for Exposure Behavior to Glowing Cigarettes

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of DIN 51961 testing. DIN 51961 is a German standard that specifies a test method for evaluating the behavior of plastic surfaces when exposed to a glowing cigarette. The test involves exposing the plastic surface to a lit cigarette under controlled conditions and observing the damage.

The test method involves placing a glowing cigarette at a certain angle and distance from the plastic surface and allowing it to burn for a certain amount of time. The plastic surface is then inspected for signs of damage such as discoloration, deformation or burning.

The purpose of the test is to simulate the effect of a cigarette accidentally falling onto a plastic surface such as a table or counter. The results of the test can be used to evaluate the fire safety of plastics and determine whether they are suitable for use in applications where they may be exposed to cigarettes or other sources of ignition.

It is important to note that the DIN 51961 test only evaluates the behavior of plastic surfaces when exposed to lit cigarettes and not their behavior in other fire scenarios. In addition, the test may not accurately reflect real-world conditions, and other factors such as the type of plastic, its thickness, and the shape of the surface can also affect its behavior in a fire.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with DIN 51961 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.