BIS CERTIFICATION FOR HOT DIP GALVANIZED STAY STRAND IS 2141
Published Date: April 18, 2025 4 min Read
BIS certification is essential for Hot Dip Galvanized Stay Strands as per IS 2141:2000 . This standard ensures that stay strands used in electrical transmission and distribution lines, telecommunication lines, and similar infrastructure applications possess the required mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and dimensional accuracy. Certification under IS 2141:2000 affirms that the galvanized steel strands are produced with consistent quality and are capable of withstanding environmental stressors and mechanical loads, thereby enhancing the reliability and longevity of support structures.
IS 2141:2000 – Hot Dip Galvanized Stay Strand
This standard specifies the requirements for hot dip galvanized steel strands consisting of multiple wires laid helically, typically used as stays or guys in overhead line installations. IS 2141:2000 covers essential parameters such as strand construction (usually 7-wire configuration), nominal diameters, tensile strength, coating mass of zinc, elongation, and minimum breaking load. It also outlines methods for sampling, inspection, and testing to ensure product conformity with the specified technical and quality standards, ensuring the strands can endure mechanical stress and resist corrosion over long-term exposure to outdoor conditions.
Benefits of BIS Certification for Hot Dip Galvanized Stay Strands
BIS certification under IS 2141:2000 ensures that the stay strands meet nationally recognized safety, performance, and durability standards. For manufacturers, certification enhances product credibility, facilitates access to government and utility tenders, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. For infrastructure developers and power utilities, the use of certified stay strands ensures structural stability, minimizes the risk of failure due to corrosion or
Key highlights
Product Name | Hot Dip Galvanized Stay Strand |
Applicable Indian Standard | IS 2141:2000 |
Applicable Certification Scheme | Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2 |
Compliance Requirement | Mandatory |
Quality Control Order | Click here | Scope as per Standard | This standard specifies the requirements for hot dip galvanized stay strands used for supporting structures such as telegraph and telephone poles, transmission line poles, signal poles, and railway track signals. |

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Timeline for BIS Certification
The estimated duration for obtaining BIS certification under IS 2141:2000 is:
- For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)
- For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)
Conclusion
BIS certification under IS 2141:2000 is crucial for ensuring the quality, strength, and corrosion resistance of hot dip galvanized stay strands used in vital infrastructure support applications. These components are foundational to the stability and safety of overhead transmission and communication systems.
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