flashover conditions

What Conditions Lead To A Flashover?

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What Conditions Lead To A Flashover? Flashover normally occurs when the upper portion of the compartment reaches a temperature of approximately 1,100 °F for ordinary combustibles. Building features like concealed spaces, lower ceiling heights, room partitions, and energy-efficient or hurricane windows are more likely to contribute to flashover conditions. What would cause flashover in a

Do All Uncontrolled Compartment Fires Develop Into A Flashover?

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Do All Uncontrolled Compartment Fires Develop Into A Flashover? Do all uncontrolled compartment fires develop into a flashover? Flashover will not always occur. Two interrelated factors have a major influence on fire development within a compartment. First, the fuel must have sufficient heat energy to develop flashover conditions. What would cause flashover in a compartment?