Long, cylindrical lengths of copper metal with a circular cross-section are called copper wire rods. Usually, copper is continually rolled and cast into the appropriate rod shape during the manufacturing process. Copper's outstanding electrical and thermal conductivity, among other desired features, make copper wire rods an ideal raw material for a variety of applications. They come in a variety of sizes and grades to suit different requirements.
The electrical sector relies heavily on copper wire rods to facilitate the effective transfer of energy for power distribution, electronics, and other electrical equipment. They promote technological and clean energy innovations, maintain the integrity of electrical systems, and enhance the sustainability and efficiency of contemporary electrical and electronic infrastructure and equipment. Copper wire rods are widely used in the electrical and electronics sectors to manufacture a variety of wires, including power cables, communication cables, magnet wires, and electrical conductors.
Under IS 12444:2020, all copper wire rods for electrical purposes are covered by the required ISI Certification Scheme.
The requirements for copper wire rods for electrical applications with nominal cross-sectional dimensions ranging from 6 mm to 35 mm are covered by this standard.
The requirements for oxygen-free copper (OFC) and electrolytic tough pitch (ETP) copper wire rods are included in this standard.
Without the ISI Mark, this product cannot be marketed, imported, or exported into the Indian consumer market.
Indian Standards Institute, or ISI was renamed the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in 1987. The official mark that the Bureau of Indian Standards provides for manufacturers of various goods is the ISI Mark. It is used to indicate compliance with Indian standards (IS) set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and has been used as a conformity marking for industrial products. Manufacturers received permission from BIS to use the ISI Mark on items that comply with relevant Indian requirements through the product certification program.
Only manufacturers (domestic or foreign) who produce the finished product will be awarded ISI Certification. This will not be given to any product importers, traders, dealers, or distributors.
The following documentation is required to get an ISI certification:
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There are two approaches for Indian manufacturers to become certified with the ISI Mark:
Regular Procedure
With the possible exception of cases deemed "All India first," which might take up to 180 days, the licensing procedure is expected to be finished in 120 days. This timeline starts on the day the application is received, assuming that at different points in time the documentation, unit assessment, and product conformance are all deemed acceptable.
Step 1: Manufacturing Unit Customization in Compliance with Applicable Indian Standards
Step 2: Submission of the Application Form
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Simplified Procedure
This is a much faster process than the standard procedure. After a factory inspection is deemed satisfactory and the initial evaluation establishes that the sample complies with the applicable Indian Standard(s), the license application process is expected to be finished in 30 days.
Step 1: Adapting the Manufacturing Unit to Comply with the Relevant Indian Standard
Step 2: Sample Testing
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The process of obtaining ISI Mark Certification for Foreign Manufacturers typically includes the following steps:
Step 1: Application
Step 2: Query Raised (If Any)
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