Glow Wire Tester (GW Tester) - IEC 60695 High Precision Fire Hazard Testing Equipment
OVERVIEW
The Glow Wire Tester (GW Tester), also known as Glow Wire Burning Tester, is a professional essential instrument for evaluating fire hazard, flame resistance and thermal stability of electrical & electronic products, components and insulating materials. It simulates thermal stress from overheated electrical parts in real fault scenarios, assessing ignition risk and flame spread. Our Automatic Glow Wire Tester complies with IEC 60695 and UL 746A, providing precise data for manufacturers, labs and QC institutions to meet certification, R&D and quality control needs, ideal for electrical safety compliance and laboratory testing.
Core Functions
- Simulate high-temperature electrical fault stress to test flame resistance, thermal stability and fire retardancy of materials, electronic components and plastics, serving as a professional Flame Resistance Tester.
- Precisely control glow wire temperature, contact pressure and test duration to ensure standardized, compliant test conditions.
- Automatically detect and record ignition time, flame duration, self-extinguishing time and dripping substance flammability.
- Evaluate GWFI and GWIT indicators, acting as an excellent Glow Wire Flammability Tester and Glow Wire Ignition Tester, providing quantitative data for safety design and material selection.
- Equipped with a closed observation chamber (optional smoke exhaust) for safe operation, suitable for Laboratory Glow Wire Tester use.
- Support automatic operation to minimize human error, enhance efficiency and result consistency, fitting Quality Control Glow Wire Tester demands.
Standards Compliance
Our Glow Wire Tester fully complies with international and national standards, including the latest IEC 60695-2-10:2021, UL 746A, DIN 695 and VDE 0471. As a CE Certified Glow Wire Tester and IEC 60695 Glow Wire Tester, it ensures globally recognized test results and helps products pass CE, UL, ENEC certifications.
- International Standards: IEC 60695-2-10/11/12/13, IEC 829, ASTM D 6194
- American Standard: UL 746A
- European Standard: DIN 695, VDE 0471
- Chinese Standard: GB/T 5169.10-2017, GB 4706.1
Note: We fully support IEC 60695-2-10:2021 (3rd edition), including its latest technical revisions for ignition and flaming observation.
Technical Parameters
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| Ni80Cr20 nickel-chromium alloy wire (φ4mm ± 0.04mm), making it a high-quality Ni80Cr20 Glow Wire Tester. |
| Ambient to 1000℃ (550-960℃ commonly used), suitable as a 550-960℃ Glow Wire Tester and Glow Wire Temperature Tester. |
| ±1℃ resolution, ±10℃ (≤750℃)/±15℃ (>750℃), ±1% control accuracy |
| K-type thermocouple (φ0.5mm), a key part of our K-type Thermocouple Glow Wire Tester. |
| 1.0N ± 0.2N (7mm pressure depth limit) |
| Glowing/burning/chilling time: 0.1-999.9s (±0.1s), auto-recordable |
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| Closed structure (≥0.5m³), transparent flame-resistant window, lighting, black background |
| Standard absorbent cotton (300mm below sample) |
| Microcontroller programmable control, PID temperature control, auto glow wire separation |
| AC 220V/110V ±10%, 50/60Hz (customizable) |
| 600×500×800mm (L×W×H), customizable |
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Applications
As a professional Electrical Safety Glow Wire Tester and Fire Hazard Testing Equipment, it is widely used for testing raw materials, semi-finished/finished products and components in various industries. It is also an ideal Plastic Glow Wire Tester and Electronic Components Glow Wire Tester. Main application fields:
- Household Appliances: As a Household Appliance Glow Wire Tester, it tests plastic casings, switches, sockets and internal insulating parts of refrigerators, washing machines, etc.
- IT & Communication: Casings and internal components of computers, mobile phones, routers and servers.
- Lighting Industry: LED lamps, lamp holders, ballasts and insulating materials.
- Low-Voltage Electrical: Circuit breakers, contactors, fuses and distribution equipment insulating parts.
- Electric Tools: Casings and internal insulation of drills, grinders, etc.
- Insulating Materials: As professional Electrical Insulation Testing Equipment, it tests engineering plastics, rubber, insulation paper and paint.
- Automotive Industry: Electrical system insulating parts and plastic components.
- QC & R&D: Quality control departments, third-party labs and R&D centers for safety testing and research.
Features
1. High Precision & Reliability
Adopts high-quality Ni80Cr20 glow wire and K-type thermocouple, with advanced PID temperature control, ensuring accurate temperature control and stable performance for our High Precision Glow Wire Tester.
2. Full Automation & Easy Operation
Programmable control system supports auto heating, pressure application, timing and glow wire separation—core advantages of our Automatic Glow Wire Tester. Intuitive English interface, removable sample fixture for easy use.
3. Safe & Humanized Design
Flame-resistant closed observation chamber prevents flame/smoke leakage; optional smoke exhaust ensures a safe lab environment. Over-temperature and power-off protection avoid equipment damage and safety hazards.
4. Wide Compatibility & Customization
Complies with multiple international standards, suitable for various samples. Customizable temperature range, timing, power supply and dimensions to meet specific industry needs.
5. Durable & Low Maintenance
High-quality steel shell with high-temperature coating, corrosion-resistant and durable. Well-known brand core components ensure long service life; simple daily maintenance reduces cost and time.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1: What is the purpose of the glow wire test?
A1: It simulates electrical fault high-temperature stress to evaluate material ignition risk, self-extinguishing ability and flame spread, ensuring product safety and meeting certification requirements.
Q2: What is the difference between GWFI and GWIT?
A2: GWFI is the highest temperature for 30-second self-extinguishing (no silk paper ignition); GWIT is the highest non-ignition temperature (+25K/+30K for 900-960℃), core indicators of our Glow Wire Flammability/Ignition Tester.
Q3: Does it support all IEC 60695 sub-parts?
A3: Yes, it fully supports IEC 60695-2-10/11/12/13, suitable for various glow wire test scenarios.
Q4: What is the standard contact time?
A4: 30 seconds (standard), adjustable 0.1-999.9s according to test requirements.
Q5: How is it different from a needle flame tester?
A5: It simulates glowing electrical component thermal stress (high-temperature, low-flame), while needle flame testers simulate small open flames—both evaluate fire safety but for different scenarios.
