BIS CERTIFICATION for Water Meters
(domestic Type) IS 779: 1994

Published Date: November 05, 2024 4 min Read

Introduction

IS 779:1994 is an Indian standard for domestic water meters under BIS Certification. Measuring household water consumption, being quite viable and indispensable these days, has also made the water supply system with correct billing and management possible. Domestic water meters are used inside houses to monitor and control water usage, providing consumers with the convenience of tracking and utility companies with the ability to charge for actual usage.

With increasing efforts towards water conservation, the demand for efficient water meters is growing, strengthening the market. To sell these water meters in India, they have to be certified under BIS. BIS stands for Bureau of Indian Standards. Its role is to ensure that products are nationally and internationally acceptable in terms of safety and quality. The ISI mark will confirm this compliance. With an ISI mark, importing and exporting will be easy. Fees and licensing details for online BIS applications are available on the BIS website.

OVERVIEW

IS 779:1994 is an Indian Standard for domestic water meters that prescribes details on design, material, performance, and testing for accurate measurement of water. The standard applies to threaded-connected water meters up to a diameter of 50 mm, which measure flow rates ranging from 1.5 to 15 kilolitres per hour, hence suitable for cold drinking water under 1 MPa maximum pressure. These standards include the terminology, construction, and technical details of both piston and turbine types of meters, including magnetic meters also, along with the guidelines for installation and maintenance. The Bureau of Indian Standards or BIS assures the quality and safety of these products for consumers.

Key highlights

Product Name	Water Meters (domestic Type)
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 779: 1994
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1
Applicable Mark:	BIS Standard Mark (ISI Logo)
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
Quality Control Order	Click here
Ministry	MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
Scope as per Standard	This standard covers terminology, construction, technical characteristics, metrological characteristics and other requirements of water meters with threaded end connections of size up to and including 50 mm, having nominal flow rates in the range of 1.5 to 15 kl/h, suitable for measuring the flow of cold potable water at a nominal pressure of 1 MPa (Max) and ambient temperature. This standard is applicable both for semi-positive (piston type) and inferential (turbine type) including magnetic type water meters having dry or wet dial.
Major Country of Import	Primarily India, with imports also from countries adhering to international standards.

Applicable Tests

Mandatory Tests:

Construction
Indicating device
Meter size and Overall dimensions
Pressure tightness test
Loss of pressure

Optional Tests:

Materials
Temperature suitability

Note

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Procedure for Domestic Manufacturer
Procedure for Foreign Manufacturer

Timeline for BIS Certification

The approximate timeline to obtain BIS certification for Water Meters (domestic Type) IS 779: 1994 is as follows:

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

Benefits of BIS Certification

BIS certification enhances product credibility, boosts consumer trust, expands market access, and provides a competitive edge for manufacturers.

Benefit	Description
Access to the Indian Market	Mandatory for many products, facilitating seamless entry and trade.
Compliance with Indian Standards	Ensures alignment with national safety and quality standards for consistency and reliability.
Enhanced Product Credibility	Serves as a mark of quality assurance, helping products stand out in a competitive market.
Increased Customer Trust	Consumers prefer certified products, assured of their rigorous safety and performance standards.
Benefits for MSMEs	Small and medium enterprises gain a competitive advantage and access to government tenders through certification.

Conclusion

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