In the manufacturing industry, FR V0/FR V1/V2 rating standards play a pivotal role. They evaluate how plastics behave when exposed to an ignition source. These flammability ratings ensure safety in working spaces as well as end applications.
What are Flammability Ratings?
Plastic products have specific manufacturing regulations that need to be complied with to ensure safety and reduce risks in applications. A flammability rating of a product shows the details of the propensity of the material to catch fire and spread flames.
UL 94 Flammability Test & Standards: FR V0 / FR V1/ V2
UL 94 is considered the Standard Safety of Plastic Materials for Parts. It is a plastic flammability standard by Underwriter Laboratories. Under the UL 94 classification system, there are different flammability ratings, including FR V0, FR V1, and FR V2. Flame retardant masterbatch and compounds have different levels of UL 94 standards retardants viz FR V0, FR V1, and FR V2, to be used in electronics & electricals and the construction industry.
| UL 94 Ratings | Description |
|---|---|
| V2 | Burning stops within 30 seconds on a vertical specimen; flaming particle drips are allowed. |
| V1 | Burning stops within 30 seconds on a vertical specimen; particle drips are allowed so long as they are not inflamed. |
| V0 | Burning stops within 10 seconds on a vertical specimen; particle drips are allowed so long as they are not inflamed, else the particle drips are strictly not allowed. |
PCPPL’s Range of Flame Retardant MBs & Compounds
Perfect Colourants & Plastics Pvt.Ltd is pioneering in the flame retardancy masterbatches for clients across a broad spectrum of industries. We provide halogenated and 100% non halogenated flame retardant (FR) that work ideally even at low dosage and excellent processing stability. We offer flame retardants in varying UL 94 standard levels, including V0, V1 and V2. Our FR compounds are widely used in construction supplies like insulation, flooring and roofing. Also, they are used in the electronics industry in the manufacturing of cables, wires, circuit boards and coverings for appliances. We also serve the automotive industry with our top-notch flame retardant MBs for interior components like dashboard, wiring harnesses and upholstery to reduce the risk of fire in case of electrical malfunction or collision. Our flame retardant masterbatches are also compatible with other additives like UV stabilizers, which enables complete protection for plastics in outdoor applications. They have no impact mechanical properties of base polymers like high elasticity, impact resistance and low brittleness. Achieve plastic protection according to FR V0/FR V1 flammability ratings in polymers like PA6, PBT, ABS & other systems. To discuss your masterbatch requirements, call us today.
