Burn Specifications for UL 94 Material Ratings

Summary of UL 94 Categories
 

HB

Slow burning on a horizontal specimen burning rate
< 76 mm / min for thickness < 3 mm

V-0

Burning stops within 10 seconds on a vertical specimen; no drips allowed

V-1

Burning stops within 30 seconds on a vertical specimen; no drips allowed

V-2

Burning stops within 30 seconds on a vertical specimen;
drips of flaming particles are allowed

5V

Burning stops within 60 seconds after five applications of flame

5VB

Plaque specimens may have a burn-through (have a hole)

5VA

Plaque specimens may not have a burn-through (no hole) - highest UL rating