BIS ISI Certification for RCBO

Get BIS certification and ISI Mark certification for RCBO products in India. Learn about RCBO certification requirements, process, documents, testing, and compliance with UMSPCS.

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BIS ISI Certification for Residual Current-Operated Circuit Breakers with Integral Overcurrent Protection: End-to-End Compliance Assistance for Manufacturers

To protect people as well as other electrical apparatus from different kinds of electrical risks such as earth leakage, overload, and short circuit, residual current-operated circuit breakers with overcurrent protection have been gaining popularity in recent times in electrical installations. There are some requirements that have to be fulfilled by these circuit breakers before they are supplied in the Indian market.

BIS ISI certification based on IS 12640 (Part 2) is required for RCBO manufacturers that are covered by the applicable Quality Control Order. ISI Certification provides assurance that the product is manufactured in a quality management system that guarantees the production of reliable and safe products that comply with the Indian standards. Companies are permitted to affix the ISI Mark in accordance with BIS requirements after obtaining the certification.

According to the BIS regulations, UMSPCS is able to assist in getting the ISI certification for your RCBOs. Our team will be with you all the way from the time of determining if the product meets the BIS standards to applying for the certificates, filling out application forms, and so forth.

What is a Residual Current Operated Circuit Breaker with Integral Overcurrent Protection (RCBO)?

A residual current operated circuit breaker with integrated overcurrent protection is an electrical protection device that offers protection against several electrical faults in a single unit.

An RCBO combines a fuse, a circuit breaker, and a residual circuit device all in one.

This is known as residual current (earth leakage) protection.
Overload protection
Short-circuit protection

This combination can enhance electrical protection and decrease the requirement for stand-alone protective devices in electrical distribution systems.

There is an applicable Indian Standard (IS 12640 Part 2), which lays down the requirements for RCBOs that are to be used in household and similar applications. The standard addresses key product construction, safety, performance, product testing, marking, and conformance issues to guarantee uniform product quality.

RCBOs are popular because they can help reduce electrical risks and enhance electrical installations' reliability in different industries

Who Needs BIS ISI Certification?

The general applicability of BIS ISI certification applies to manufacturers who are making notified RCBO products for the Indian market.

Applicants may be eligible, including but not limited to

Indian manufacturers
Manufacturers who are exporting the product to India under the relevant BIS certification scheme.
RCBO manufacturing units in their own brand
If applicable, include the names of the contract manufacturers.
Brand owners who make under-authorized factories

Manufacturers are advised to check if their product falls under the Quality Control Order and Indian Standard before entering commercial production or market supply.

What Are the Common Applications of RCBOs?

RCBOs are installed in various electrical installations where protection against earth leakage and overcurrent is required.

Common applications include:

Apartments, housing projects
Commercial buildings
Office complexes
Healthcare facilities, hospitals.
Institutions of higher learning
Clinics, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities
Mall shopping
Industrial facilities
Warehouses
Data centres
Infrastructure projects
Government buildings

RCBOs are a key part of modern low-voltage electrical distribution systems as standards for electrical safety are continually evolving.

BIS ISI Certification Process for RCBOs

Manufacturers must fulfill a number of requirements in order to receive the ISI Mark. The ability of the manufacturing facility to produce cement of standard quality in accordance with IS 12640 requirements is routinely evaluated by BIS.

Step 1: Product Profiling & Indian Standard Identification

The BIS ISI certificate identifies the relevant Indian Standard (IS code).
Our team considers:

Details of the item

Production process

BIS requirements

Quality Control Orders

Accurately identifying the Indian Standard is crucial to preventing issues with product classification, testing, and application process delays.

Step 2: Documentation and Product Testing

The laboratory that has been approved by the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABL) will test products and produce documentation in compliance with the relevant Indian standard.
The assistance procedure consists of:

Establishing the process for product testing

Creating technical documentation

Gathering data regarding the factory

Documentation for quality control

Creating application forms

Strongly creating application forms results in the foundation of a BIS registration application

Step 3: Submitting a BIS Application

Once testing and documentation are completed, the BIS registration application is submitted to the BIS portal.
Usually, submitting an application entails:

Test findings

Information about the production and factory

Technical records

Fees set by the government

After that, the application is sent to the BIS authorities for additional handling.

Step 4: Inspection of the BIS Factory

BIS representatives conduct an inspection to determine whether the manufacturer meets all certification requirements.
Typically, an inspection consists of the following:

Procedure for production

Production plant

A method for guaranteeing quality

The testing facilities of the facility

Control of product quality

During the inspection, the BIS representative may even gather product samples for independent testing.

Step 5: Sampling, Testing, and Evaluation of Lab Report

To ensure that the products meet the applicable Indian standards, samples collected during inspection are tested. After that, the testing lab sends the lab report straight to BIS officials for evaluation and certification.

Step 6: Resolving Observations and Non-Conformity (If Any)

Corrective action must be taken in response to observations or non-conformities at every stage of the process.
At this point, some possible actions include the following:

Improvement of procedures

Documentation submission

Submission of a corrective action report

Enhancement of processes

All observations must be satisfactorily addressed before certification can move forward.

Step 7: Payment of License & Marking Fees

Following the technical assessment and compliance verification, the manufacturer must pay the following expenses:

The cost of a BIS licence

ISI marking charge

The cost of earning the necessary certification

This signifies the completion of the final phase of the certification procedure.

Step 8: Awarding of the ISI License by BIS

The ISI licence is granted by BIS following the completion of each of the previously mentioned procedures. The ISI logo can now be used by manufacturers to demonstrate that their products meet Indian standards.

Documents Required for BIS ISI Certification for IS 12640

Depending on the type of products being offered, different documentation requirements will apply. Documents that would be required include, for example:

Basic information about the product line and manufacturing facility
A document proving the manufacturing plant's address
If a brand name is registered, a trademark registration certificate
Installed manufacturing capacity clearances
Product designs and drawings
Manufacturing capacity installed
Specifications for the material
Equipment and machinery used in manufacturing
The factory, manufacturing area, quality control area, and other pertinent sections are depicted in the layout plan.
An outline of the manufacturing process flow is provided.
Test apparatus and calibration
Information about the members of the quality control team
The factory's organogram

Cost & Timeline of BIS Certification for IS 12640

BIS certification fees depend upon many parameters that include the following:

Category of the product
Indian standard applicable to the product
Number of variants of the product
Requirements for testing and factory inspection
BIS government fees
Fees for laboratories

Particulars	Estimated Cost (INR)
Application Fees (BIS)	₹1,000
Testing Charges (Lab Fees)	15000- ₹2,50,000
Factory Inspection Charges	₹7000
Annual License Fees	₹1,000
Marking Fees (ISI Mark Usage)	As per BIS norms (based on production)
Consultancy Charges (UMSPCS)	₹ 50000

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Timeline for BIS ISI Certification IS 12640

The prices listed above change based on the types of products that need to be certified. Product availability may take longer than anticipated due to BIS processing and product readiness.

30 to 40 working days is the estimated time.
AIF Products: Up to 180 days in certain

Common Reasons BIS Applications Get Delayed

There are many certification delays that can be avoided with good planning.

Common reasons include:

Incorrect product classification
Incomplete documentation
Delays in laboratory testing
Missing calibration records
Non-conformance in documentation of quality control.
Lack of responses to BIS observations
Factory preparedness issues

Taking time to review paperwork thoroughly before it is submitted can help to shorten certification processes.

Why Choose UMSPCS?

UMSPCS offers full consultancy services for the BIS ISI certification for different categories of regulated products.

We have worked with manufacturers on over 600+ different products and have 6+ years of regulatory experience providing assistance to the manufacturers on their certification journey.

Our services include:

Product applicability assessment
Identification of the Indian Standard applicable to the product.
Documentation preparation
Collaborating with labs recognised by the BIS
BIS application filing
Factory inspection assistance
Technical query management
End-to-end certification support

Our expertise in the field is second to none, and we work closely with manufacturers to ensure the process is as seamless as possible and compliant with regulatory requirements in a timely manner. Also get to know more information about BIS ISI Certification for Residual Current Operated Circuit Breakers.

Get Expert Assistance from UMSPCS

UMSPCS supports you with the entire process of certification, from obtaining a new BIS license to increasing your product line. Whether it be an applicability assessment, documentation preparation, testing coordination, filing of an application, or factory inspection assistance, our experts can support manufacturers with BIS compliance in an efficient manner.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For the product, BIS certification is compulsory where it is under the purview of the relevant Quality Control Order (QCO).

The IS 12640 (Part 2) deals with residual current operated circuit breakers with integral overcurrent protection.

Eligible manufactures, who can be Indian manufactures and foreign manufactures through the respective BIS certification route, can apply for the same.

Yes. The product testing will be done through BIS approved labs during the certification process.

Yes. BIS normally does factory inspections prior to the licence issue.

UMSPCS helps in end to end process, which includes applicability checking, documentation, lab coordination, BIS application filing, factory inspection, and much more after certification.

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BIS ISI Certification for RCBO