BIS CERTIFICATION FOR CLINICAL THERMOMETERS IS 3055 (Part1)

Published Date: January 22, 2025 4 min Read

BIS certification is essential for Clinical Thermometers, Part 1: Solid Stem Type as per IS 3055 (Part 1). This standard ensures that clinical thermometers meet precise accuracy, durability, and safety requirements, which are critical for reliable temperature measurement in healthcare settings. Solid stem clinical thermometers are commonly used in medical environments to accurately monitor body temperature, an essential parameter for diagnosing and treating various health conditions. Compliance with IS 3055 (Part 1) reflects a manufacturer’s commitment to producing high-quality, safe, and dependable clinical thermometers.

IS 3055 (Part 1): Clinical Thermometers, Part 1: Solid Stem Type

The IS 3055 (Part 1) standard provides detailed guidelines on the design, performance, and testing of solid stem clinical thermometers. It ensures that these thermometers deliver precise temperature readings, with stringent specifications for accuracy, range, and response time. The standard outlines requirements for materials, construction, and calibration methods to ensure reliability and prevent malfunction under normal usage conditions. Additionally, it defines the necessary performance tests to verify that the thermometers maintain accuracy over time and across various environmental conditions.

Benefits of BIS Certification for Clinical Thermometers

Mandatory BIS certification under IS 3055 (Part 1) guarantees that solid stem clinical thermometers meet the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and durability. For healthcare professionals, it provides assurance that the thermometers they use will provide reliable readings for patient care. For manufacturers, BIS certification enhances market credibility, ensures compliance with Indian regulations, and builds customer trust by demonstrating a commitment to quality and precision in medical instruments.

Key highlights

Product Name	Clinical thermometers, Part 1: solid stem type
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 3055 (Part1)
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
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Scope as per Standard	This standard specifies the materials, construction, performance, and testing requirements for low-pressure single or two-stage regulators used with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) mixtures in the vapor phase. These regulators are designed to operate with an outlet pressure of up to 4.903 kN/m² (50 gf/cm² or 500 mm water column, WC).

Note

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Procedure for Domestic Manufacturer
Procedure for Foreign Manufacturer

Timeline for BIS Certification

The estimated timeline for obtaining BIS certification under IS 3055 (Part 1) is as follows:

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

Conclusion

BIS certification under IS 3055 (Part 1) is crucial for ensuring the accuracy, safety, and reliability of solid stem clinical thermometers used in medical environments. Manufacturers adhering to this standard provide healthcare providers with instruments that meet rigorous performance criteria, which are vital for effective patient care.

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