BIS Certification for Bayonet Lamp Holders IS 1258:2005

Product Name	Bayonet Lamp Holders
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 1258:2005
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
QCO Link	Quality Control Order
Scope as per Standard	This standard applies to bayonet lamp holders B15d and B22d for connection of lamps and semi-luminaires to a supply voltage not exceeding 250 V. As far as it reasonably applies, the standard also covers lamp holders, which are wholly or partly integral with a luminaire or intended to be built into appliances. Independent lamp holders, for example, backplate lamp holders, not specifically intended for building-in, are submitted to the additional requirements detailed in 4. Note - Where lamp holders are used in luminaires, their maximum operating temperatures are specified in relevant parts of IS 10322. B15 denotes the cap/holder fit as given in Data Sheets 7004-11 and 7005-16 with the corresponding gauges. B22 denotes the cap/holder fit as given in Data Sheets 7004-10 and 7005-10 with the corresponding gauges.

Tests

The following are the major tests for Bayonet Lamp Holders:

• Marking
• Dimension
• Protection against electric shock
• Terminals
• Creepage distance & clearance
• Provision for earthing
• Moisture resistance, Insulation resistance & Electric Strength
• Construction
• Screws, current carrying parts & connection
• General resistance to heat
• Mechanical Strength
• Switched lamp holder
• Resistance to excessive residual stresses (season cracking) & to rusting
• Resistance to heat, fire and tracking

Compliance with IS 1258:2005, especially for B15D and B22D type bayonet lamp holders, is important to maintain safety and compatibility standards for connections within the specified voltage limits. Failure to comply with these standards, ensuring consumer safety and quality assurance, prohibits export, import or sale of these products in the Indian consumer market without the ISI mark.

BIS Certification Process

Obtaining a BIS license involves a thorough assessment of manufacturing infrastructure, quality control capabilities, testing facilities, and production processes. This comprehensive evaluation ensures that the products not only comply with regulations but are also safe and reliable for consumers.

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Timeline for BIS Certification

The approximate timeline to obtain BIS Certification for Bayonet Lamp Holders. to use ISI mark as Per IS 1258: 2005 is given below :

• For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)
• For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)

Conclusion:

The implementation of the Bayonet Lamp Holders (Quality Control) Order, 2023, is ushering in a transformative era for the market Bayonet Lamp Holders in India. Manufacturers, by embracing these guidelines and securing BIS certification, are not merely complying with regulations; they are setting new benchmarks for excellence in the industry. Opting for BIS-certified Bayonet Lamp Holders signifies more than a product purchase; it represents a commitment to dependability, superior quality, and safety.

BIS certification for Bayonet Lamp Holders goes beyond meeting regulatory checkboxes, assuring the highest performance standards in these products. In an era where quality takes precedence, choosing BIS-certified Bayonet Lamp Holders guarantees a product that is not only dependable but also of the finest quality.

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