BIS Certification for Hermetic Compressors | IS 10617:2018 | BIS Certification Consultancy
Introduction
Hermetic Compressors are important components used in refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment. These compressors are designed with the motor and compressor mechanism enclosed within a gas-tight housing, making reliable construction, sealing, electrical safety and performance essential.
In India, IS 10617:2018 – Hermetic Compressors — Specification (Second Revision) specifies safety and performance requirements for hermetic sealed type standalone motor-compressors operating on the vapour compression cycle. BIS currently lists IS 10617:2018 under the compulsory product certification framework.
The standard covers compressors suitable for low back pressure (LBP), commercial/medium back pressure (CBP/MBP) and high back pressure (HBP) applications and includes different compressor mechanisms such as reciprocating, rotary and scroll types.
Qualitance India provides BIS Certification Consultancy for Hermetic Compressors as per IS 10617:2018, including product assessment, product grouping, documentation, laboratory testing coordination, BIS application assistance and factory inspection preparation.
Product ke baare mein
A Hermetic Compressor is a motor-compressor assembly enclosed inside a sealed housing. The housing is welded or brazed to form a gas-tight enclosure, and the internal moving components are not accessible without opening the housing.
Hermetic Compressors are commonly used in:
- Refrigerators
- Freezers
- Air-conditioning equipment
- Commercial refrigeration systems
- Cold-storage equipment
- Refrigeration units
- Other household, commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment
The standard covers different pumping mechanisms, including:
- Reciprocating compressors
- Linear compressors
- Rotary compressors
- Scroll compressors
Applicable IS Standard
The applicable Indian Standard is:
IS 10617:2018 – Hermetic Compressors — Specification (Second Revision)
BIS identifies IS 10617:2018 as an active standard, reaffirmed in 2022.
The BIS Product Manual for IS 10617:2018 provides certification-related information including grouping guidelines, sample requirements, testing equipment, Scheme of Inspection and Testing and licence scope.
Scope of Standard
IS 10617:2018 deals with the safety and performance requirements of hermetic sealed type standalone motor-compressors operating on the vapour compression cycle.
The standard covers compressors suitable for:
- Low-temperature applications
- Medium-temperature applications
- High-temperature applications
It covers compressors based on:
- Reciprocating mechanisms
- Linear mechanisms
- Rotary mechanisms
- Scroll mechanisms
The compressors may be intended for equipment used for:
- Household purposes
- Commercial purposes
- Industrial purposes
Product Requirements
Hermetic Compressors need to meet applicable safety, construction and performance requirements.
Important characteristics include:
Cooling Capacity
The compressor should provide the specified cooling capacity under the applicable test conditions.
Startability
The compressor should be capable of starting under the specified operating conditions.
Electrical Safety
Electrical characteristics such as insulation and high-voltage withstand need to comply with the applicable requirements.
Gas Tightness
The hermetic housing should maintain the required sealing performance.
Shell Strength
The compressor shell should withstand the applicable pneumatic and pressure-related tests.
Running Performance
The compressor should operate reliably under the applicable operating conditions.
Resistance to Rusting
Applicable parts should meet the requirements relating to resistance to rusting.
Protection System
Where applicable, the compressor's protection system should provide the required protection under specified conditions.
Classification of Hermetic Compressors
Hermetic Compressors under IS 10617:2018 are classified into categories based on their operating/back-pressure application.
Low Back Pressure – LBP
Generally associated with refrigeration and freezing applications.
Commercial Back Pressure / Medium Back Pressure – CBP/MBP
Generally associated with commercial refrigeration applications.
High Back Pressure – HBP
Used for applications requiring higher evaporating-temperature operating conditions.
The BIS Product Manual uses LBP, CBP/MBP and HBP categories for product grouping and licence scope.
Testing Requirements
Testing is a major part of BIS Certification for Hermetic Compressors.
The BIS material for IS 10617:2018 identifies tests including:
- Compressor Capacity Rating Test
- Compressor Performance Test
- Startability Test
- Locked Rotor Test
- High Voltage Test
- Leakage Current Test
- Pneumatic Test of Shell
- Holding Charge Test
- Bursting Test
- Running Overload Test
- Resistance to Rusting Test
The BIS Product Manual notes that most tests can potentially be completed in a day, except the Locked Rotor Test and Resistance to Rusting Test, subject to the applicable testing arrangements.
Compressor Capacity Rating Test
The compressor's cooling capacity is evaluated under the specified test conditions.
Capacity testing is particularly important because the compressor needs to deliver the declared performance under the applicable operating conditions.
The BIS laboratory information currently lists separate testing charges according to cooling-capacity ranges, showing that capacity is an important part of the certification testing process.
Startability Test
The startability test evaluates whether the compressor can start under the specified conditions.
This is important because refrigeration compressors may experience different pressure and electrical conditions during starting.
Locked Rotor Test
The Locked Rotor Test evaluates the compressor under the applicable locked-rotor condition.
This is an important electrical and performance-related test under the standard.
High Voltage Test
The High Voltage Test checks the electrical insulation system of the compressor to ensure that it can withstand the specified electrical stress.
Leakage Current Test
The Leakage Current Test evaluates leakage current under the applicable test conditions.
This helps assess electrical safety of the compressor.
Pneumatic Test of Shell
The compressor shell is tested under the specified pneumatic test conditions.
The purpose is to verify the integrity of the hermetically sealed housing.
Holding Charge Test
The Holding Charge Test evaluates the compressor's ability to maintain the specified holding charge without unacceptable leakage.
Bursting Test
The Bursting Test evaluates the pressure strength of the compressor shell and helps assess its ability to withstand specified pressure conditions.
Running Overload Test
The Running Overload Test evaluates compressor operation under specified overload conditions.
This helps assess the reliability of the compressor under demanding operating conditions.
Resistance to Rusting Test
Applicable metallic components are evaluated for resistance to rusting according to the requirements of the standard.
Raw Material Requirements
The BIS Product Manual for IS 10617:2018 indicates “Nil” under the specific product raw-material requirement field.
However, manufacturers should still maintain proper control over materials used in the manufacture of compressors.
Important components may include:
- Motor components
- Compressor components
- Shell/housing
- Electrical insulation materials
- Terminals
- Tubes
- Bearings
- Sealing components
- Refrigeration-system components
Manufacturers should maintain suitable material specifications, supplier information, inspection records and traceability as part of their internal quality-control system.
Manufacturing Requirements
A typical Hermetic Compressor manufacturing process may include:
- Component procurement
- Incoming material inspection
- Machining of compressor components
- Motor component preparation
- Motor assembly
- Compressor mechanism assembly
- Electrical connection
- Housing/shell assembly
- Welding or brazing
- Refrigerant-side preparation
- Evacuation
- Charging/holding charge
- Electrical testing
- Leakage testing
- Performance testing
- Final inspection
- Identification and marking
- Packing
The actual manufacturing process depends on the compressor design and technology.
Process controls should be maintained to ensure consistent performance and safety.
BIS Certification Process
Step 1 – Product Assessment
The compressor is reviewed against IS 10617:2018.
Important characteristics such as compressor category, phase, cooling capacity and mechanism are identified.
Step 2 – Product Grouping
Product grouping is finalised according to the applicable BIS guidelines.
The BIS grouping guidelines consider:
- LBP
- CBP/MBP
- HBP
- Single phase
- Three phase
- Cooling capacity
Step 3 – Scope Finalisation
The manufacturer declares the varieties intended to be covered under the licence.
The licence scope may be restricted according to manufacturing and testing capabilities.
Step 4 – Factory Assessment
Manufacturing and testing facilities are reviewed.
Step 5 – Documentation
Required documents and technical information are prepared.
Step 6 – Sample Preparation
Representative compressors are selected according to the applicable grouping requirements.
Step 7 – Laboratory Testing
Samples are tested against IS 10617:2018.
Step 8 – BIS Application
The manufacturer submits the application and required documents.
Step 9 – Application Scrutiny
BIS reviews the application and supporting information.
Step 10 – Factory Inspection
The manufacturing facility is assessed according to the applicable certification procedure.
Step 11 – Observation Closure
Any observations or non-conformities are addressed.
Step 12 – Licence Grant
After successful completion of the applicable requirements, BIS grants the licence for the approved scope.
Documents Required
Typical documents may include:
- Company registration documents
- Factory address proof
- Factory layout
- Manufacturing process flow
- Machinery list
- Compressor specifications
- Product drawings
- Technical datasheets
- Compressor model details
- Product grouping details
- Raw-material/component details
- Supplier information
- Testing equipment list
- Calibration certificates
- Internal test reports
- Production records
- Inspection records
- Quality-control plan
- Product photographs
- Packaging details
- Marking details
- Authorised signatory documents
- Trademark documents, where applicable
The exact document requirement depends on the manufacturer and proposed certification scope.
Factory Inspection
During factory inspection, different aspects of manufacturing and quality control may be reviewed.
Manufacturing Machinery
Equipment used for machining, assembly, welding/brazing, testing and finishing may be assessed.
Testing Facilities
The manufacturer should have appropriate testing and measuring arrangements according to the applicable certification requirements.
Calibration
Applicable measuring and testing equipment should have valid calibration records.
Production Control
Important manufacturing processes should be controlled and documented.
Electrical Safety Testing
Suitable arrangements should be available for applicable electrical tests.
Performance Testing
The manufacturer should have appropriate arrangements for performance-related checks as required.
Leakage Testing
Suitable procedures should be maintained for detecting refrigerant or shell leakage.
Records
Production, inspection and test records should be properly maintained.
Finished Products
Finished compressors should be properly identified, stored and traceable.
Product Quality Checks
Manufacturers should maintain quality checks throughout production.
These may include:
- Incoming component inspection
- Dimensional inspection
- Motor inspection
- Assembly inspection
- Electrical checks
- Insulation checks
- Leakage checks
- Shell inspection
- Pressure-related checks
- Performance checks
- Capacity checks
- Final inspection
- Marking verification
Consistent internal quality checks can help manufacturers identify problems before formal BIS testing.
Common Reasons for Testing/Certification Failure
Manufacturers may face problems because of:
- Incorrect product grouping
- Incorrect declared cooling capacity
- Inadequate performance
- Startability failure
- Locked rotor test failure
- High-voltage test failure
- Leakage current failure
- Shell leakage
- Pneumatic test failure
- Bursting test failure
- Running overload failure
- Rusting failure
- Inadequate testing facilities
- Incorrect sample selection
- Missing calibration records
- Incomplete documentation
- Factory not ready for assessment
- Incorrect product scope
Proper product assessment and pre-testing can help reduce avoidable certification delays.
BIS Marking
After grant of the BIS licence, the manufacturer must follow the applicable BIS marking requirements.
The manufacturer should ensure that:
- Product identification is correct.
- Applicable standard information is correctly represented.
- BIS licence details are used as required.
- BIS Standard Mark is applied according to licence conditions.
- Product and packaging information is accurate.
The exact marking requirements should be followed from the applicable BIS licence and current certification documents.
Who Needs BIS Certification
BIS certification may be relevant to manufacturers of:
- Hermetic Compressors
- Refrigeration Compressors
- Refrigerator Compressors
- Freezer Compressors
- Air-Conditioning Compressors
- Commercial Refrigeration Compressors
- Reciprocating Compressors
- Rotary Compressors
- Scroll Compressors
- Linear Compressors
IS 10617:2018 is listed by BIS under the compulsory Scheme-I product certification framework.
Cost
The total cost of BIS certification depends on the product and certification scope.
Important cost factors include:
- BIS application charges
- Laboratory testing charges
- Cooling-capacity range
- Number of compressor categories
- Number of phases
- Number of models
- Product grouping
- Factory inspection
- Testing equipment
- Calibration
- Retesting, if required
- Consultancy charges
Laboratory charges for IS 10617:2018 vary substantially with cooling-capacity range. BIS LIMS currently lists different testing charges for different capacity ranges, so manufacturers should obtain the applicable current laboratory quotation before budgeting the certification.
Timeline
The certification timeline depends on:
- Product readiness
- Product grouping
- Testing requirements
- Laboratory availability
- Sample preparation
- Test results
- Documentation
- BIS application scrutiny
- Factory readiness
- Factory inspection
- Observation closure
Hermetic Compressor certification can require significant laboratory testing, particularly for performance and capacity-related requirements, so manufacturers should plan the testing stage carefully.
Benefits
Product Quality
Testing helps verify the compressor's conformity with applicable performance and safety requirements.
Electrical Safety
Applicable electrical testing helps assess important safety characteristics.
Performance Verification
Capacity and performance testing helps establish conformity with specified operating requirements.
Customer Confidence
Certification can provide greater confidence to OEMs and industrial customers.
Market Acceptance
BIS certification supports market access where certification is compulsory.
Manufacturing Control
The certification process encourages systematic quality-control procedures.
Business Credibility
BIS certification can strengthen the manufacturer's position in the refrigeration and air-conditioning industry.
Why Choose Qualitance India
Qualitance India provides BIS Certification Consultancy for manufacturers dealing with electrical, mechanical, refrigeration and industrial products.
For Hermetic Compressors as per IS 10617:2018, our consultancy support can include:
- Product applicability assessment
- IS 10617:2018 requirement review
- Product grouping guidance
- Cooling-capacity scope assessment
- Single-phase/three-phase scope guidance
- Documentation support
- Sample preparation guidance
- Laboratory testing coordination
- BIS application assistance
- Factory inspection preparation
- Testing equipment guidance
- Quality-control documentation
- Observation closure support
- BIS licence assistance
Our objective is to help manufacturers manage the certification process systematically from initial product assessment through testing, factory inspection and licence grant.
Complete Process
Product Identification
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IS 10617:2018 Requirement Review
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LBP / CBP-MBP / HBP Classification
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Cooling Capacity Assessment
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Single Phase / Three Phase Assessment
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Product Grouping
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Certification Scope Finalisation
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Documentation Preparation
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Sample Selection
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Laboratory Testing
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BIS Application
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Application Scrutiny
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Factory Inspection
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Observation Closure
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BIS Licence Grant
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BIS Marking
The BIS Product Manual specifies grouping based on compressor category, phase and cooling capacity, with the highest cooling capacity from each applicable category tested separately for single-phase and three-phase products.
20 Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is IS 10617:2018?
IS 10617:2018 is the Indian Standard for Hermetic Compressors — Specification (Second Revision).
2. What is a Hermetic Compressor?
It is a motor-compressor assembly enclosed in a gas-tight housing with no normal access to the internal moving parts.
3. Is BIS Certification required for Hermetic Compressors?
IS 10617:2018 is included in BIS's compulsory Scheme-I product certification framework.
4. What types of compressors are covered?
The standard covers reciprocating, linear, rotary and scroll pumping mechanisms.
5. What categories are used for product grouping?
The BIS grouping guidelines identify LBP, CBP/MBP and HBP categories and consider single-phase and three-phase compressors separately.
6. What is LBP?
LBP means Low Back Pressure, generally associated with low-temperature refrigeration and freezing applications.
7. What is CBP/MBP?
CBP/MBP refers to Commercial Back Pressure / Medium Back Pressure compressors.
8. What is HBP?
HBP means High Back Pressure and refers to compressors intended for higher evaporating-temperature applications.
9. What tests are required?
Tests can include capacity rating, performance, startability, locked rotor, high voltage, leakage current, pneumatic shell, holding charge, bursting, running overload and resistance to rusting.
10. Is cooling capacity testing required?
Yes. Compressor Capacity Rating Testing is part of the applicable testing requirements.
11. Is electrical safety testing required?
Yes. Applicable tests include High Voltage and Leakage Current testing.
12. Is shell leakage testing required?
Yes. The applicable testing includes pneumatic shell testing and holding-charge testing.
13. Is bursting testing required?
Yes. Bursting is one of the tests identified for IS 10617:2018.
14. How many compressor samples are required?
The BIS Product Manual specifies three compressors as the product sample size.
15. Can different compressor models be grouped?
Yes, grouping guidelines are provided based on category, phase and cooling capacity.
16. Can single-phase and three-phase compressors be covered?
The grouping guidelines consider single-phase and three-phase compressors separately.
17. What documents are required?
Factory, product, technical, testing, manufacturing and quality-control documents may be required.
18. How much does BIS certification cost?
The cost depends heavily on the cooling-capacity range, product scope, testing, factory assessment and other applicable expenses.
19. How long does certification take?
The timeline depends on product grouping, laboratory testing, documentation, BIS scrutiny, factory inspection and closure of observations.
20. Can Qualitance India help with IS 10617:2018?
Yes. Qualitance India provides support for product assessment, product grouping, documentation, laboratory testing coordination, BIS application and factory inspection preparation.
People Also Ask
What is the BIS standard for Hermetic Compressors?
The applicable standard is IS 10617:2018 – Hermetic Compressors — Specification (Second Revision).
Is BIS certification mandatory for Hermetic Compressors?
IS 10617:2018 is listed by BIS under the compulsory Scheme-I product certification framework.
What are the types of Hermetic Compressors?
The standard covers reciprocating, linear, rotary and scroll compressor mechanisms.
What are LBP, MBP and HBP compressors?
They refer to Low Back Pressure, Medium/Commercial Back Pressure and High Back Pressure categories used for compressor classification and grouping.
What is tested in Hermetic Compressors?
Testing includes performance and capacity tests along with electrical, pressure, leakage, overload and other applicable safety tests.
How many samples are required for BIS testing?
The BIS Product Manual specifies three compressors as the sample size.
How can I obtain BIS Certification for Hermetic Compressors?
The process generally involves product assessment, grouping, sample testing, documentation, BIS application, factory inspection and licence grant.
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Related Topics
- IS 10617:2018 Hermetic Compressors
- BIS Certification for Hermetic Compressors
- Hermetic Compressor Testing Requirements
- Hermetic Compressor Capacity Testing
- LBP Compressor BIS Certification
- MBP Compressor BIS Certification
- HBP Compressor BIS Certification
- Hermetic Compressor Product Grouping
- BIS Factory Inspection for Compressors
- BIS Certification Consultancy in India
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For assistance with BIS Certification for Hermetic Compressors as per IS 10617:2018, contact Qualitance India for product assessment, product grouping, documentation, laboratory testing coordination and BIS certification support.
Conclusion
IS 10617:2018 – Hermetic Compressors — Specification (Second Revision) covers safety and performance requirements for hermetic sealed standalone motor-compressors used in household, commercial and industrial refrigeration applications. The standard covers different compressor mechanisms and categories including LBP, CBP/MBP and HBP.
BIS lists IS 10617:2018 under its compulsory Scheme-I product certification framework. Manufacturers therefore need to pay close attention to product grouping, cooling capacity, testing, documentation, manufacturing facilities and quality-control arrangements.
The certification process involves product assessment, scope finalisation, sample testing, BIS application, factory assessment and compliance with the applicable inspection and testing requirements.
Qualitance India provides BIS Certification Consultancy for Hermetic Compressors as per IS 10617:2018, supporting manufacturers with product assessment, grouping, documentation, laboratory testing coordination, BIS application and factory inspection preparation.
Phone: +91 93106 15170
Email: info@qualitanceindia.com
Website: qualitanceindia.com