Key Features
- Meets UL 1685 (Vertical-Tray Fire-Propagation and Smoke-Release Test), IEEE 1202 (cable tray flame testing) and IEEE 383 (Class 1E cables, field splices and connections for nuclear power generation)
- 20.28 m³ test enclosure (2,600 × 2,600 × 3,100mm) with a hood and collection box captures combustion gas, while a thermocouple and bi-directional velocity probe track exhaust temperature and flow
- Steel-ladder cable tray (305W × 76D × 2438H mm) rotates up from the floor to vertical for loading, then tests single-core or multi-core cable against a theoretical 20kW (70,000 Btu/hr) ignition source for 20 minutes
- Propane ribbon burner with Venturi mixer meets IEC 60332-3; gas flow is held steady by a Mass Flow Controller rather than a rotameter, even as propane or air pressure varies
- Optional Heat Release Facility add-on extends the tester to measure H.R.R. and smoke density alongside flame spread
About the Fire Resistance Assemblies Tester
The Fire Resistance Assemblies tester (model FT-FRA-815) from FT Solutions Co., Ltd. (FESTEC), South Korea, is a vertical-tray cable fire-propagation tester. It meets UL 1685 (vertical-tray fire-propagation and smoke-release test), IEEE 1202 (cable tray flame testing) and IEEE 383 (Class 1E cables, field splices and connections for nuclear power generation).
A steel-ladder cable tray, 305 mm wide, 76 mm deep and 2,438 mm high, rotates up from the floor to vertical for loading. Single-core or multi-core cable is then exposed to a theoretical 20 kW (70,000 Btu/hr) ignition source for 20 minutes inside a 20.28 m³ enclosure (2,600 × 2,600 × 3,100 mm). A propane ribbon burner with Venturi mixer meets IEC 60332-3, a Mass Flow Controller keeps gas flow steady even as propane or air pressure varies, and an optional Heat Release Facility adds Heat Release Rate and smoke density measurement.
Fire Resistance Assemblies Tester specifications
| Model | FT-FRA-815 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FT Solutions Co., Ltd. (FESTEC), South Korea |
| Test enclosure (mm) | 2,600 × 2,600 × 3,100 (20.28 m³) |
| Cable tray (mm) | 305 W × 76 D × 2,438 H, steel ladder |
| Control rack (mm) | 600 × 750 × 1,600 |
| Power | AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz, 15 A |
| Weight | 500 kg (chamber), 130 kg (control) |
| Ignition source | 20 kW (70,000 Btu/hr) for 20 minutes |
| Utilities | Propane gas, compressed air, hood, duct and dust collector |
Specifications are as published by the manufacturer, FT Solutions Co., Ltd. (FESTEC). Download the product brochure or contact us to confirm the configuration for your laboratory.
Fire Resistance Assemblies Tester: frequently asked questions
Which standards does the FT-FRA-815 meet?
UL 1685 (vertical-tray fire-propagation and smoke-release test), IEEE 1202 (cable tray flame testing) and IEEE 383 (Class 1E cables, field splices and connections for nuclear power generation). The burner meets IEC 60332-3.
How does the vertical-tray test work?
A steel-ladder cable tray rotates up from the floor to vertical for loading. Single-core or multi-core cable is tested against a theoretical 20 kW (70,000 Btu/hr) ignition source for 20 minutes in a 20.28 m³ enclosure fitted with a hood and collection box that captures the combustion gas.
Can the tester measure heat release and smoke density?
Yes, with the optional Heat Release Facility add-on, the tester measures Heat Release Rate and smoke density alongside flame spread. A thermocouple and bi-directional velocity probe track exhaust temperature and flow.
What are the installation requirements for the FT-FRA-815?
The test enclosure measures 2,600 × 2,600 × 3,100 mm and weighs 500 kg, with a 600 × 750 × 1,600 mm control rack of 130 kg. It needs an AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz, 15 A supply, propane gas, compressed air, and hood, duct and dust-collector extraction.
Where can I buy the Fire Resistance Assemblies tester (FT-FRA-815) in India?
Multiflo Instruments, based in Navi Mumbai, supplies FT Solutions (FESTEC) test equipment across India. Our team can advise on the FT-FRA-815, send a quotation, and arrange installation, training, calibration and after-sales service. Use the Contact Us button or call +91-22-44516175.
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