BIS Registration (CRS) for Printers, Plotters – IS 13252 (PART 1)

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) requires certain electronic products to obtain a Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) to ensure the reliability, safety, and quality of the product. Printers and Plotters fall under the same category. These are the vital components across different sectors, from offices to firms. This product certification falls under the Indian Standard IS 13252 (Part 1).

 

They are advanced devices designed for high-quality printing and plotting. These devices deliver exceptional printing capabilities, allowing for high-resolution outputs that meet the needs of today's users. Whether you are a domestic or foreign manufacturer aiming to sell your product in India, obtaining BIS CRS Registration India is compulsory. Go through the below given information below to know everything about Registration for Printers and Plotters.

 

Specification for Printers & Plotters Certification under BIS Scheme-II

Anything that exists in the physical world can be printed by the printers. They are classified into different types, such as Inkjet Printers, Dot Matrix Printers, Laser Printers, Wide-format Plotters, and Engineering Plotters (used in CAD applications), Multifunction Devices (that include printing), etc. Whereas a plotter is computer hardware that prints vector graphics like a printer does. 

 

Plotters draw continuous lines using a pencil, pen, marker, or any writing instrument. So, plotters print schematics and similar applications on paper. The BIS has released an official gazette notification that shows the compulsory registration for products under the Scheme II category. Without a valid BIS license, no manufacturer can sell or trade its equipment in India.

 

Key aspects of IS 13252 (Part 1)

Here are the key specifications and requirements of IS 13252 (Part 1):

1. Scope: Covers all safety requirements of IT and Electronic Equipment powered by the low-voltage AC/DC (not exceeding 600V). 

2. Electrical Safety: Protects against Electrocution, Overcurrent, and short circuits, Insulation failures, and Earthing and grounding requirements.

3. Protection Against Fire Hazard: Devices must be built with materials that are Flame-retardant, a heat-resistant enclosure, and Circuitry to prevent overheating.

4. Thermal Safety: The device is to work within a safe temperature range. Internally, the temperatures must not be high enough to produce burns or damage.

5. Mechanical Strength: Products must be able to resist mechanical stresses and avoid sharp edges and moving parts that could injure the user.

6. Acoustic and Radiation Safety: Limit exposure of Noise to harmful levels, and Radiation (electromagnetic, laser, UV, etc.)

7. Components & Power Supply Requirements: Must use certified components (e.g., certified power cords, adaptors) and Power surge and voltage fluctuation protections.

8. Testing requirements 

All equipment must undergo type testing in BIS-recognised laboratories to evaluate testing results for Dielectric strength, Earth continuity, Leakage current, and Abnormal functioning and fault conditions.

 

Essential Requirements for BIS CRS Registration for Printers & Plotters

Below, you can go through the essential pillars for Product registration under Scheme II: 

• Manufacturer: Firstly, it is very important to note that the Indian BIS Licence is granted to the manufacturer only, not to importers or sellers. The importer may act as the AIR of the Foreign manufacturer, and may apply to BIS. However, the final licence will only be granted to the
• Manufacturer.
• Manufacturing Address: The Correct manufacturing address should be mentioned in the documents. If a manufacturer has more than one factory address for one product, they need to apply for a separate BIS Licence for each address.
• Product: Each product needs its Licence. But if there are multiple models within the same product category, then one Licence/ registration no will cover all of the same models of the same product category. Or we may put it this way: one product with different models will require a single BIS Licence.
• Brand/ trademark: Each brand or trademark requires its own BIS licence.

 

CRS BIS Registration Complete Process

Let us now look at the BIS CRS Registration process. The BIS Scheme-II has different processes for both process for domestic (Indian) and foreign manufacturers.

A. Process for Foreign Manufacturer

• Go through the table below to complete the BIS CRS Certification
• Appoint an Indian representative to stand in for a foreign manufacturer.
• Complete the online application form. 
• The sample must be sent for testing to a BIS-approved laboratory. Send a hard copy of the application form with the sample testing report online or offline
• BIS will check the application. 
• BIS will issue a license.

 

B. Process for Domestic Manufacturer

We have set forth below the process for domestic manufacturers:

• Apply online or offline sample using a sample testing report from BIS (Compulsory Registration Scheme) approved testing laboratories.
• BIS will confirm the application form and grant a license.

 

Tests Performed for BIS Registration of IS 13252 (Part 1)

Below, we have mentioned the tests performed to check the quality of your product: 

1. Electrical Safety Tests:  Evaluates risks for electric shock, insulation resistance, leakage current, dielectric strength, and general electric safety
2. Performance Testing: This testing covers product operation for a printer or plotter, such as print resolution, speed of output, color accuracy, and overall output quality.
3. Thermal Tests: Within thermal testing parameters, the tested equipment is monitored for its ability to handle heat during prolonged usage and whether the equipment is overheating, and/or if the product is safe.
4. Load Testing: Load tests measure how the product performs under varying workload conditions, including stability, reliability, and operation consistency.
5. Environmental Testing: Environmental tests evaluate the ability of a device to function reliably over a range of Temperature and Humidity conditions, to meet the diversity of environments throughout India.
6. EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Testing:  This test evaluates whether the printer or plotter does not create any excessive Electromagnetic interference and whether it is tolerant to external electrical interference.

 

BIS Registration Cost in India

The BIS CRS Registration Fees are provided in the table below:

 

Essential Documents Required Under CRS BIS Registration in India

Go through the comprehensive list of documents required for Product Registration:

• Filled CDF/CCL forms
• Trademark certificate
• BIS application form
• Product marking label details
• Business License (original + English translation)
• Indian Representative's registration proof
• User manual or technical specification sheet
• Scope of Business License (original + English translation)
• Test reports from BIS-approved laboratories
• Authorization letter (if the signatory isn’t the manufacturing head)
• ISO Certification of the manufacturing unit

 

Why Choose ERCS?

Navigating the BIS Registration Under CRS for electronics such as printers and plotters can be challenging, which is where ERCS can be a trustworthy and experienced CRS BIS Registration Consultant. We are up to date with IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 and offer a comprehensive, customised approach to meet the specific requirements of Indian or foreign manufacturers.

 

Whether you are a manufacturer who is registering for the first time or a manufacturer with a large portfolio of IT products, you can count on ERCS to ensure your Registration process is hassle-free, seamless, and fully compliant.