ISO 1716
ISO 1716 - Test Combustive Properties of Building Materials
Different building materials have different thermal characteristics, and one of the most widely recognized ways to measure their combustive properties is the 1716 standard from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This test applies to solid products, like sealing compounds, insulation products and reinforced cement. It determines the potential maximum total heat that can be released from a product while it is completely burning.
Because building materials can vary so widely depending on the application, it's critical to judge them based on standardized tests. Different manufacturers and industries may have their own requirements, but these can cause potential confusion. The ISO 1716 test establishes a consistent standard for combustion characteristics, and a reliable testing facility like VTEC Laboratories can help you navigate it.
Your Trusted ISO 1716 Test Lab
At VTEC Laboratories, we've earned a reputation as an industry leader in standardized materials testing. We've been conducting materials tests for over three decades with the help of our American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) and ISO-accredited laboratory. Companies turn to VTEC for reliable testing according to standards set forth by organizations like ISO, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).
We provide a controlled testing facility that meets the needs of the ISO 1716 test, including its measuring equipment, and can help ensure that building materials meet the ISO 1716 international standard. Our expertise in building material testing is also shown through accreditation from the New York City Department of Buildings (NYC DOB), City of Los Angeles Buildings Department, San Francisco, Denver and Los Angeles for building construction. We also conduct a wide variety of other tests, including custom testing.
What Is the ISO 1716 Test?
During ISO 1716 testing services, we evaluate products based on their calorific value, assessed via a specialized piece of equipment called a calorimetric bomb. This device is built to specific criteria outlined in the standard and calibrated accordingly. It consists of a chamber for controlled combustion held within a double-walled container filled with two layers of water. Other features include a stirrer, temperature measuring device, pressure gauge and timing device.
First, we collect a sample of the product with a specific weight and allow it to combust completely inside a sealed vessel. During this process, the volume and oxygen in its atmosphere remain constant. All of this occurs in a vessel submerged in an inner stirred water bath, which is then submerged in another, outer water bath. The combustion causes the water temperatures to rise, delivering a measurement for calorific potential.
Using this measurement, we can determine how much heat can potentially be released from the product when burning and provide valuable information about its behavior.
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VTEC Laboratories leverages over three decades of experience to conduct reliable materials testing. We offer ISO 1716 testing services for a wide range of products. Contact us today for more information or request a free quote.
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