EN 61197:1994
(Main)Insulating liquids - Linear flame propagation - Test method using a glass-fibre tape
Insulating liquids - Linear flame propagation - Test method using a glass-fibre tape
Applies to all insulating liquids, used and unused, the kinematic viscosity of which is lower than or equal to 300 mm2/s at 40 °C.
Isolierflüssigkeiten - Lineare Flammenausbreitung - Prüfverfahren unter Verwendung eines Glasfaserbandes
Isolants liquides - Propagation linéaire de la flamme - Méthode d'essai utilisant un ruban en fibres de verre
S'applique à tout isolant liquide usagé ou non, dont la viscosité est inférieure ou égale à 300 mm2/s à 40 °C.
Insulating liquids - Linear flame propagation - Test method using a glass-fibre tape (IEC 1197:1993)
General Information
Overview
EN 61197:1994 - Insulating liquids - Linear flame propagation - Test method using a glass‑fibre tape - is a European (CLC) test standard that specifies a laboratory method to evaluate linear flame propagation in insulating liquids. The standard applies to all insulating liquids, used and unused, whose kinematic viscosity is ≤ 300 mm²/s at 40 °C. EN 61197 is based on IEC 1197:1993 and is intended to provide reproducible, comparable results for assessing how a liquid supports flame spread along a glass-fibre substrate.
Key Topics
- Scope and applicability: Covers insulating fluids with kinematic viscosity up to 300 mm²/s at 40 °C; includes both new and in-service liquids.
- Test principle: Uses a glass‑fibre tape as the substrate to observe and measure linear flame propagation characteristics of the liquid under defined laboratory conditions.
- Procedure overview: Defines the method for preparing samples, exposing the impregnated tape to a flame source and observing flame spread (standardized apparatus and sequence are specified in the full text).
- Data and reporting: Specifies what observations and measurements are recorded and how results are reported to allow comparison between liquids.
- Safety and repeatability: Addresses the need for controlled conditions to ensure reproducible and safe testing in laboratory environments.
(Note: the standard document contains the detailed apparatus, conditioning, and measurement instructions - consult the official text for exact procedural parameters.)
Applications
- Insulating fluid manufacturers use EN 61197 to characterize flame propagation behavior during product development and QC.
- Electrical equipment designers (transformers, capacitors, switchgear) reference test outcomes to assess fire performance of candidate insulating liquids.
- Independent test laboratories and certification bodies perform standardized testing for compliance, product comparison, and reporting.
- Asset managers and utilities can use results to evaluate risks associated with used or reclaimed insulating fluids in service.
- Researchers studying flammability and fire behavior of dielectric liquids use the method for comparative research.
Related Standards
- IEC 1197:1993 - original international method on which EN 61197 is based.
- Other standards on insulating liquids (for example, standards addressing chemical properties, electrical properties and fluid quality) are typically used alongside EN 61197 when assessing overall suitability of insulating fluids.
Keywords: EN 61197, insulating liquids, linear flame propagation, glass‑fibre tape, test method, kinematic viscosity, IEC 1197.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-avgust-1997
Insulating liquids - Linear flame propagation - Test method using a glass-fibre tape
(IEC 1197:1993)
Insulating liquids - Linear flame propagation - Test method using a glass-fibre tape
Isolierflüssigkeiten - Lineare Flammenausbreitung - Prüfverfahren unter Verwendung
eines Glasfaserbandes
Isolants liquides - Propagation linéaire de la flamme - Méthode d'essai utilisant un ruban
en fibres de verre
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61197:1994
ICS:
29.040.01 Izolacijski fluidi na splošno Insulating fluids in general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 61197:1994 is a standard published by CLC. Its full title is "Insulating liquids - Linear flame propagation - Test method using a glass-fibre tape". This standard covers: Applies to all insulating liquids, used and unused, the kinematic viscosity of which is lower than or equal to 300 mm2/s at 40 °C.
Applies to all insulating liquids, used and unused, the kinematic viscosity of which is lower than or equal to 300 mm2/s at 40 °C.
EN 61197:1994 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.040.20 - Insulating gases. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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