Standard Test Method for Determining the Arc Rating of Materials for Clothing

Importancia y uso:

5.1 This test method is intended for the determination of the arc rating of a material, or a combination of materials.

5.1.1 Because of the variability of the arc exposure, different heat transmission values may be observed at individual sensors. Evaluate the results of each sensor in accordance with Section 12.

5.2 This test method maintains the specimen in a static, vertical position and does not involve movement except that resulting from the exposure.

5.3 This test method specifies a standard set of arc exposures performed under controlled laboratory conditions. Different exposure conditions have the potential to produce different results. In addition to the standard set of exposure conditions, other conditions representative of the expected hazard may be used and shall be documented in the reporting of the testing results.

Subcomité:

F18.65

Referida por:

F1506-22, F2675_F2675M-23, F1891-19, F2522-12R22, F2178_F2178M-23A, F0887-23, F2621_F2621M-22

Volúmen:

10.03

Número ICS:

13.220.40 (Ignitability and burning behaviour of materials and products), 61.020 (Clothes)

Palabras clave:

arc flash; arc rated garments; arc rated PPE (personal protective equipment); arc rating; ARLIM; ATPV; EBT; electric arc protection;