ISI Certification (BIS) for
Elastomer Insulated Cables 1100 V IS 9968 PART 1 in India

BIS CERTIFICATION OF ELASTOMER INSULATED CABLES - (PART.1): FOR WORKING VOLTAGES UP TO AND INCLUDING 1100 V IS 9968 Part 1

The Elastomer cables are popularly known as Rubber cables and probably the first type insulation in the world. Originally it was with natural rubber for both insulation & Sheath, however, in late 70s, it has been replaced by synthetic rubber for insulation & sheath. Elastomer cables are also available with rigid copper conductors and having properties like Fire Survival, Zero Halogen and Low toxicity FS properties.

Elastomer Insulated Cables are used in the following areas –

• Mining
• Ship Wiring
• Transportation Sector
• Defense Applications
• Earth Moving Machines

Introduction to Indian Standard IS 9968 (Part 1); Elastomer insulated cables

• IS 9968 (Part 1) cover Elastomer insulated cables. This standard specifies the requirements of elastomer insulated cables for fixed wiring, flexible cables and flexible cords for electric power and lighting for operation at voltages upto and including 1 100 volts.
  • 2 The following types of cables and cords are covered in this standard.
  • 2.1 Cables for Fixed Wiring

Braided and compounded/varnished,

Elastomer sheathed (normal duty), and

Elastomer sheathed (normal duty) with earth continuity conductor.

• 2.2 Flexible Cables

Braided and varnished, and

Elastomer sheathed (heavy duty).

• 2.3 Flexible Cords

Braided

Elastomer sheathed (normal duty),

Unkinkable flexible cords - braided and uncompounded (workshop type) and

Unkinkable flexible cords - braided and compounded

• IS 9968 (Part 1) specifies the quality parameters or characteristics of the Elastomer insulated cables  as follows

Tensile Test (for Aluminium)

Wrapping Test (for Aluminium)

Conductor Resistance Test

Test for the Thickness of insulation and sheath and overall diameter

Physical test for insulation and sheath (Tensile and Elongation at break)

Insulation Resistance

Flammability Test

For more info on the product standardization click here

Mandate for ISI Mark Certification of Elastomer insulated cables  (IS 9968 (Part 1)) :

• Under section 14 of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986 (63 of 1986), the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade after consulting the Bureau of Indian Standards has issued the Electrical Wires, Cables, Appliances and Protection Devices and Accessories (Quality control) order.
• As per this order, allthe manufacturers of Elastomer insulated cables  are obligated to obtain ISI Mark Certification.

Types of Cement covered under IS 9968 (Part 1)

Procedure to obtain BIS Certification of Elastomer insulated cables  to use ISI mark as per IS 9968 (Part 1)

For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days) click here

For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)click here

Requisites to get the BIS license for Elastomer insulated cables

Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 9968 (Part 1)

In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests

Competent Quality Control Personnel

Adherence to the BIS guidelines Elastomer Insulated Cables as per Indian standard IS 9968 (Part 1)

There are 3 major categories of document required to get the BIS license:

Administrative Details

Technical Details

Quality Control Personnel Details 

Commercial Details

Expenses involved in obtaining BIS certificate for Elastomer insulated cables  as per IS 9968 (Part 1) under the Product Certification (Scheme-I) of BIS :

• In the certification process, product testing is the most important stage as it determines whether the quality of the product meets Indian standards.
• For the same purpose, investments in testing facilities are required to install test equipment for internal factory test laboratories.
• Apart from charges mentioned above in the table, we may ask you to pay/reimbursement for a Pre-Visit at your Factory Premises to ensure the conformity of your product as per the relevant Indian Standard & BIS guidelines for its BIS certification.

Role of ERCS Private Limited in getting your product certified :

• To get BIS certification and produce a standard quality product, the manufacturer must ensure that their product must follow the specified Indian Standard Specifications (ISS) which we directly interpret to you from the BIS officials as per the Indian Standards.
• ECRS Private Limited will be your friend, philosopher and guide in the whole process of getting your product certified by the concerned authorities/ departments.

• Scope of work by ECRS Private Limited:

Ensuring the conformity of your product as per IS 9968 (Part 1):

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the Electrical Household Goods Industry & various BIS departments to assist for ensuring conformity of the product Elastomer insulated cables  according to according to IS 9968 (Part 1).

Effective documentation with the awareness of the BIS guidelines:

In order to facilitate the manufacturing industry in obtaining BIS certifications, guidelines have been developed. Our team has the experience of completing over 150 projects and technically competent acquaintances in various Industries.

We are familiar with the Indian Standard Specifications & BIS guidelines and deliver the most suitable interpretation to the Quality Control Personnel so we can do a reliable and effective documentation of your product in accordance with the BIS guidelines.

A pre-visit can be paid at your factory premises:

In the process of getting BIS certification, the officer from BIS authority visits the factory for inspection. In order to get good results, the BIS inspection should go smoothly without any Non-Conformity. By keeping this goal in mind, our team will organize a pre-visit to your factory premises so that required changes can be adapted so as to remove the elements of fallibility.

Assistance for BIS audits:

We will explain the whole procedure of conducting a BIS inspection and make you aware of the things which need to be prepared and readily available at the time of inspection.

Benefits of getting ISI Mark for Elastomer insulated cables (Part.1): For working voltages up to and including 1100 V  to sell in Indian Market with our help

• The term “ISI mark" means, that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government.
• It is compulsory for Elastomer insulated cables to obtain the ISI Mark and the violators are penalized with the material seize and a significant sum as fine.
• Getting certification improves the probability of your product to survive and compete in the market.
• Customers have the tendency of buying ISI certified products as it ensured safety and standard quality. Hence, with the certified products you can win the confidence and trust of the buyer.
• With the word of mouth of such client list, you can establish your credibility in the market.
• Hence with the renowned brand, you can raise the standard and benchmark the market value of the product.