Molten Metal Splash Resistance
topic
Molten metal splash testing pours standardised masses of molten iron or aluminium onto a fabric specimen draped over a PVC indicator film, measuring the minimum metal mass causing PVC shrinkage; secondary tests measure fabric ignition, hole formation, and molten metal adhesion characteristics.
Role
Mandated for foundry, welding, and steelworks protective clothing certification under EN ISO 9185 and EN 11612, directly linking fabric construction and fibre composition to injury prevention performance in severe molten metal hazard environments.