PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS – PERFORMANCE AND CONSTRUCTION
IS code: IS 15683 : 2018
Description
IS 15683:2018 is an Indian Standard that specifies the requirements for portable fire extinguishers, focusing on their performance and construction. Portable fire extinguishers are vital safety equipment used to combat small fires and prevent the spread of fires in various settings, such as homes, workplaces, and industrial facilities. This standard sets the criteria to ensure that these extinguishers are designed, constructed, and perform effectively to control fires.
Some of the key aspects covered by IS 15683 : 2018 include:
1. Scope:
The standard defines the scope of its application, which is to provide requirements for portable fire extinguishers.
2. Materials and Construction:
The standard specifies the materials used in the construction of portable fire extinguishers, including the type of extinguishing agent, pressure vessel materials, valve components, and other elements that make up the extinguisher.
3. Classification
It may classify portable fire extinguishers based on their type, capacity, and intended use, helping to identify different types of extinguishers for specific fire hazards.
4. Extinguishing Agents:
It may define the requirements for the extinguishing agents used in portable fire extinguishers, including specifications for their composition, effectiveness, and suitability for specific fire types (e.g., water, foam, CO2, dry chemical).
5. Performance and Efficiency:
Specifications for the performance and efficiency of portable fire extinguishers, including their discharge rate, range, duration, and effectiveness in extinguishing fires, may be included.
Test Required for IS 15683 : 2018
Fill density
Effective discharge time
Carrying handle
Mounting
Caps, valve and closures
Hose assembly
Method of operation
Colour
Marking
Conclusions:
If a product falls within the purview of the BIS Conformity Assessment Scheme, it is mandatory for manufacturers, importers, and foreign entities to acquire BIS ISI Certification. The Bureau reserves the right to revoke the license in cases where the product does not meet the certification prerequisites.
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