NFPA 272-2003 PDF Download

The NFPA 272-2003 standard is designed to test the ignitability and release rates of heat and visible smoke from various materials and products, specifically those used in upholstered furniture and mattresses.

This standard provides guidelines on how to conduct tests using an oxygen consumption calorimeter to measure the heat and visible smoke release rates. The purpose of these tests is to ensure the safety of these materials and products by evaluating their potential for ignitability and the amount of heat and smoke they release in case of fire.

The 2003 edition of the standard has made improvements in terms of clarity and organization. The text has been revised and the format has been updated to provide clearer instructions for conducting the tests effectively. This edition is approximately 19 pages long and is intended to provide a reliable and standardized method for evaluating the fire performance of materials and products used in the manufacturing of upholstered furniture and mattresses.