BIS Certification for
Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system IS 13585 (PART 1)

BIS CERTIFICATION OF SHUNT POWER CAPACITORS OF THE NON-SELF-HEALING TYPE FOR AC SYSTEM HAVING A RATED VOLTAGE UP TO AND INCLUDING 1000V PART-1 GENERAL PERFORMANCE, TESTING AMD RATING SAFETY REQUIREMENTS GUIDE FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION IS 13585 Part 1

Self-healing type low voltage shunt capacitor is suitable for the AC power system with working frequency 50Hz or 60Hz, rated voltage 1000V and below and is connected in parallel with load, in order to improve the power factor of system and reduce line loss, improving the voltage quality.

Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system is used in the following areas –

• It is widely used to improve the efficiency of power supply equipment, local compensation of the inductive equipment such as motor and transformer and electric furnace, electric traction engine, UPS systems and power system harmonic filtration and other aspects.

Introduction to Indian Standard IS 13585 (Part 1); Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system

• IS 13585 (Part 1) cover Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system. This Indian Standard (Part 1) (First Revision) which is identical with IEC 60931-1 : 1996 ‘Shunt power capacitors of the non-self-healing type for a.c. systems having a rated voltage up to and including 1 000 V - Part 1: General - Performance, testing and rating - Safety requirements - Guide for installation and operation’ issued by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) was adopted by the Bureau of Indian Standards on the recommendation of the Power Capacitors Sectional Committee and approval of the Electrotechnical Division Council.
• IS 13585 (Part 1) specifies the quality parameters or characteristics of the Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system as follows

Voltage test between terminals

Voltage test between terminals and container

Sealing test

Disconnecting test on internal fuses

Voltage tests between terminals and containers

Thermal stability test

Discharge test

Ageing test

Destruction test

Measurement of the tangent of the loss angle (tan δ) of the capacitor

For more info on the product standardization click here

Mandate for ISI Mark Certification of Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system (IS 13585 (Part 1)) :

• Under section 14 of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986 (63 of 1986), the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department for Industrial Policy and Promotion after consulting the Bureau of Indian Standards has issued the Electrical Capacitors (Quality control) order, 2017.
• As per this Quality control order, allthe manufacturers of Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system are obligated to obtain ISI Mark Certification.

Types of Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system covered under IS 13585 (Part 1)

Licence is granted to use Standard Mark as per IS 13585(Part 1):2012/IEC 60931-1:1996 with the following scope:
Name of the Product	Shunt power capacitors of the non-self-healing type for AC systems
Type	Ratings _____ kVAR, _____ V, ____ Hz, _____ phase, with _____ connection, temperature categories ______, Insulation levels ____.

Procedure to obtain BIS Certification of Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system to use ISI mark as per IS 13585 (Part 1)

For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days) click here

For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)click here

Requisites to get the BIS license for Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system

Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 13585 (Part 1)

In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests

Competent Quality Control Personnel

Adherence to the BIS guidelines for Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system as per Indian standard IS 13585 (Part 1)

There are 3 major categories of document required to get the BIS license:

Administrative Details

Technical Details

Quality Control Personnel Details 

Commercial Details

Expenses involved in obtaining BIS certificate for Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system as per IS 13585 (Part 1) under the Product Certification (Scheme-I) of BIS :

 

For Indian Manufacturers
No.	Major Charges		Amount	Remark
1.	BIS Fee	Application Fees	INR 1000	To be paid in BIS A/c directly. 20% rebate on Marking Fee for MSME units.
		Audit Charges	INR 7000
		License Fee	INR 1000
		Marking Fee	INR 58,000
2.	Testing Charges	Sample Test Fee	As Applicable	To be paid into BIS approved Lab A/c
3.	ERCS Service Fee	Consultancy & others	As per actual, (Depending upon the product and the region of factory)

For the Foreign Manufacturers
No.	Major Charges	Particulars	Amount	Remark
1.	BIS Fee	Application Fees	USD 30	To be paid into BIS A/c directly in USD (SWIFT). SAARC countries can pay in INR with GST@18%
		Audit Charges (consolidated)	USD 3200 to USD 5900
		License Fee	USD 30
		Marking Fee	USD 710
2.	Testing Charges	Sample Test Fee	As applicable	To be paid into BIS approved Lab A/c
3.	ERCS Service Fee	Consultancy & other charges	As per actual, (Depending upon the product and the location of mfg.)

• In the certification process, product testing is the most important stage as it determines whether the quality of the product meets Indian standards.
• For the same purpose, investments in testing facilities are required to install test equipment for internal factory test laboratories.
• Apart from charges mentioned above in the table, we may ask you to pay/reimbursement for a Pre-Visit at your Factory Premises to ensure the conformity of your product as per the relevant Indian Standard & BIS guidelines for its BIS certification.

Role of ERCS Private Limited in getting your product certified :

• To get BIS certification and produce a standard quality product, the manufacturer must ensure that their product must follow the specified Indian Standard Specifications (ISS) which we directly interpret to you from the BIS officials as per the Indian Standards.
• ECRS Private Limited will be your friend, philosopher and guide in the whole process of getting your product certified by the concerned authorities/ departments.

• Scope of work by ECRS Private Limited:

Ensuring the conformity of your product as per IS 13585 (Part 1):

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the Capacitors Industry & various BIS departments to assist for ensuring conformity of the product Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system according to according to IS 13585 (Part 1).

Effective documentation with the awareness of the BIS guidelines:

In order to facilitate the manufacturing industry in obtaining BIS certifications, guidelines have been developed. Our team has the experience of completing over 150 projects and technically competent acquaintances in various Industries.

We are familiar with the Indian Standard Specifications & BIS guidelines and deliver the most suitable interpretation to the Quality Control Personnel so we can do a reliable and effective documentation of your product in accordance with the BIS guidelines.

A pre-visit can be paid at your factory premises:

In the process of getting BIS certification, the officer from BIS authority visits the factory for inspection. In order to get good results, the BIS inspection should go smoothly without any Non-Conformity. By keeping this goal in mind, our team will organize a pre-visit to your factory premises so that required changes can be adapted so as to remove the elements of fallibility.

Assistance for BIS audits:

We will explain the whole procedure of conducting a BIS inspection and make you aware of the things which need to be prepared and readily available at the time of inspection.

Benefits of getting ISI Mark for Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system to sell in Indian Market with our help

• The term “ISI mark" means, that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government.
• It is compulsory for Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC system to obtain the ISI Mark and the violators are penalized with the material seize and a significant sum as fine.
• Getting certification improves the probability of your product to survive and compete in the market.
• Customers have the tendency of buying ISI certified products as it ensured safety and standard quality. Hence, with the certified products you can win the confidence and trust of the buyer.
• With the word of mouth of such client list, you can establish your credibility in the market.
• Hence with the renowned brand, you can raise the standard and benchmark the market value of the product.