（SCT 100）SUSTAINED COMBUSTIBILITY TESTER

The measurement of ignition temperature is essential for industrial plants or technologies dealing with fuels, oils, and other combustible liquids. The SCT-100 (Sustained Combustibility Tester) determines the ability of a substance to sustain combustion after ignition by flame.

APPLICATION

In the SCT-100 a metal block with a concave depression (sample well) is heated to a specified temperature. A specified volume of the substance is transferred to the well and an ignition attempt is conducted. The SCT-100 can test paints (including water-borne paints), varnishes, paint binders, solvents, petroleum or related products and adhesives. However it is not applicable to assessing the potential fire hazards of dried painted surfaces.

COMPLIANCE

•   UN Recommendation on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Manual of Tests and Criteria, United Nations, New York, 2009, chapter 32.5.2 Test L.2