WK87218 - New Test Methods for Evaluating the ability of roof vents to resist the entry of flames and wind-driven burning embers

Work Item

ASTM WK87218

New Test Methods for Evaluating the ability of roof vents to resist the entry of flames and wind-driven burning embers

1. Scope

This fire standard prescribes two individual methods to evaluate the ability of roof vents designed to limit entry of flames and ember penetration into the attic space. This current version is limited to only roof field vents, though could be extended to ridge vents with further research. Acceptance criteria are not provided in this standard.

Keywords

Wind-driven embers; Roof field vents; Flame exposure

Rationale

The current vent standard (E2886) does not allow for roof vents due to the size of the apparatus and relatively large roof vents. Experiments have been performed on commerically-available roof vents, showing a robust fire environment for these tests.

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: E05.14

Committee: E05

Staff Manager: Kevin Shanahan

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 07-19-2023

Technical Contact: Brent Pickett

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