Explanation
The cone calorimeter is an ignition test method that exposes the specimen to a known heat flux from a tungsten-quartz heater. The cone calorimeter measures the heat release rate, mass loss rate, smoke production, and other parameters of the specimen during the test. The cone calorimeter is widely used to evaluate the flammability and fire behavior of materials and products.References:
NFPA 557: Standard for Determination of Fire Loads for Use in Structural Fire Protection Design, 2017 Edition, Section 5.3.2.11 NFPA 556: Guide on Methods for Evaluating Fire Hazard to Occupants of Passenger Road Vehicles,
2019 Edition, Section 4.3.22
Fire Protection Handbook, 20th Edition, Volume 1, Chapter 3, Section 3.2.2.23