Describes procedure for preparing and determining flammability index of thin sheet or woven materials of pliable nature which are combustible and do not melt readily or shrink away from an igniting flame. The index is determined according to a speed factor, heat factor and spread factor.

Contains up to 3 historical editions and related amendments

AS 1530.2-1973

Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and structures, Part 2: Test for flammability of materials