Ftir Smoke Density Tester

FTIR Smoke Density Tester – ISO 5659 + EN 45545-2 Fire Test Equipment | KDM Global

KDM Global offers a high-precision FTIR Smoke Density Tester that integrates ISO 5659-2 smoke density testing with advanced FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) toxic gas analysis, specifically engineered to comply with EN 45545-2, ASTM E662, and NF X70-100 standards. This dual-function fire testing system is ideal for evaluating the fire behavior of materials used in railways, metros, electrical products, cables, polymers, plastics, and foams.

This equipment is widely used by railway OEMs, metro coach manufacturers, BIS and EN 45545-2 certified labs, and material testing laboratories. It supports complete evaluation of Conventional Toxicity Index (CIT) and optical smoke density—key requirements under EN 45545-2 for determining Hazard Levels HL1, HL2, and HL3.

Key Features

• Smoke Density Measurement (ISO 5659-2)
  Measures specific optical density of smoke emitted from test specimens exposed to radiant heat (25 or 50 kW/m²), using a sealed smoke chamber with photometric analysis.

• FTIR-Based Toxic Gas Detection (EN 45545-2 Annex C / ASTM E662)
  Real-time quantitative analysis of combustion gases such as:

  • Carbon monoxide (CO)

  • Carbon dioxide (CO₂)

  • Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

  • Hydrogen cyanide (HCN)

  • Nitric oxide (NO), nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)

  • Sulphur dioxide (SO₂)

• Automatic CIT Calculation
  Built-in software calculates the Conventional Toxicity Index (CIT) as per EN 45545-2 guidelines, assisting in quick determination of material classification for railway interiors.

• Heat Source Options
  Equipped with a conical radiant heater for 25 kW/m² and 50 kW/m² exposure modes, supporting full compliance with multiple test protocols.

• Modular Integration
  Can be supplied as a standalone machine or integrated with existing ISO 5659 chambers for clients upgrading from smoke-only systems.

Technical Specifications

• Radiant heat: 25 and 50 kW/m² (adjustable)

• Gas cell: High-temperature FTIR gas path with active cooling

• Sample holder: Horizontal orientation with pilot flame ignition option

• Data interface: USB and LAN connectivity for remote logging

• Software: Spectral interpretation, auto-baseline correction, report generation

Standards Compliance

• EN 45545-2 Annex C – Fire safety for railway materials

• ISO 5659-2 – Smoke density measurement under radiant heat

• ASTM E662 – Smoke and toxic gas emission testing

• NF X70-100 – FTIR methodology for gas detection

• IEC, ISO, BIS – Cross-compatible testing protocols available

Applications

• Railway and metro material qualification

• Flammability and toxicity analysis of polymers, insulation, wires, and foams

• OEM in-house fire test labs for component quality checks

• BIS and EN certification labs across India and export markets

• R&D facilities working on fire-retardant materials

Why Choose KDM Global

• Indian manufacturer of EN 45545-compliant fire testing systems

• In-house design, fabrication, and export-ready packaging

• Installation, calibration, operator training, and full documentation provided

• AMC, spares, and technical service support available

• Successfully installed at railway production units, metro projects, and BIS-accredited labs