The IS 17048 standard outlines the requirements for Halogen Free Flame Retardant (HFFR) Cables designed for working voltages up to and including 1100 V. This standard specifies the essential manufacturing, chemical, and physical requirements, as well as testing procedures for these cables. Key quality parameters defined in IS 17048 include:

Tests

Required Tests for Halogen Free Flame Retardant

• Cu Purity Test

• Annealing test

• Conductor resistance test

  1. Thickness of insulation

  2. Thickness of inner and outer sheath

  3. Dia. Of armour wire

   

• Torsion test

• Tensile strength and elongation test

  1. Mass of zinc coating

  2. Resistivity of steel wire

  3. Ageing in air oven

   

• Ageing in Air bomb

• Ozone resistance test

• Tear Resistance test

  1. Partial Discharge test

   

• High voltage test

• Impulse voltage test

• Flammability and other test

How to Obtain a BIS License for Halogen Free Flame Retardant (HFFR) Cables Up to 1100 V: Essential Requirements

To obtain a BIS license for Halogen Free Flame Retardant (HFFR) Cables rated for working voltages up to and including 1100 V, manufacturers must meet the following requirements:

• Raw Material Conformity: Ensure all materials used conform to the specifications outlined in IS 17048.

• In-House Testing Laboratory: Maintain a laboratory equipped to perform all mandatory tests.

• Qualified Quality Control Personnel: Employ experienced professionals to manage quality control and ensure adherence to standards.

• Compliance with BIS Guidelines: Follow all BIS guidelines for HFFR Cables as specified in IS 17048.

The BIS licensing process requires documentation in three main categories:

• Administrative Details

• Technical Details

• Quality Control Personnel Details

• Commercial Details

PROCESS FOR BIS ISI MARK CERTIFICATION