Moulded Raised High-Density Fibre (HDF) Panel Doors

IS 15380: Scope - Key Specifications & Tables

1. Sample Size & Criteria for Conformity (Clause 12.2 & 13)

• Sample size and permissible defective limits depend on lot size as per Table 3:

• Type tests: Twice a year or when design/construction changes.

2. Eco-Mark Requirements (Clause 14)

• Use wood from plantations or non-natural forests.
• Must meet quality, performance, and environmental clearances.
• Manufacturers must provide certificates and pollution control board clearances.

3. Rounding Off (General Clause)

• Follow IS 2:1960 for rounding test results, keeping significant digits consistent with specified values.

Summary Diagram: Sample Size Decision Flow

flowchart TD
    A[Determine Lot Size] --> B{Lot Size Range}
    B -->|1 to 50| C[Sample Size 8, Defectives 0, Sub-sample 1]
    B -->|51 to 100| D[Sample Size 13, Defectives 1, Sub-sample 2]
    B -->|101 to 150| E[Sample Size 20, Defectives 1, Sub-sample 2]
    B -->|151 to 300| F[Sample Size 32, Defectives 1, Sub-sample 3]
    B -->|301 to 500| G[Sample Size 50, Defectives 2, Sub-sample 4]
    B -->|501+| H[Sample Size 

IS 15380 References: Key Specifications & Tables

The standard incorporates provisions from referenced IS codes listed in Annex A, which are integral to IS 15380. Users should verify the latest editions of these standards.

Important Table: Raised Panel Fibreboard Skins (Clause 6.2)

Additional Notes:

• Locks & Fittings (Clause 8.1.1): Pull bolts and other fittings must comply with specified provisions.
• Workmanship (Clause 9): Rounding off test results follows IS 2:1960 rules.
• Definitions: Refer IS 10428 and IS 707 for relevant terminology.

This concise summary helps ensure compliance with IS 15380 by referencing critical test parameters and related IS codes.

IS 15380 Key Definitions & Specifications Summary

1. Definitions (Clause 3.0)

• Definitions as per IS 10428, IS 707, plus additional definitions in IS 15380 apply.
• Timber density and material specifications refer to these standards.

2. Timber Specifications (Clause 6.1.1)

• Minimum bulk density: 450 kg/m³ at 12% moisture content for timber used in rails, stiles, and core fillings.

3. Door Shutter Dimensions (Table 1, Clause 5.1)

4. Raised Panel Fibreboard Skins Requirements (Table 2, Clause 6.2)

IS 15380: Classification and Types – Key Points

1. Classification of Tests (Clause 10.1)

• Type Tests (Clause 10.1.2) include:
  • Impact indentation test
  • Flexure test
  • Edge loading test
  • Buckling test
  • Shock resistance test (soft & light, soft & heavy body impact)
  • Misuse test
  • Screw withdrawal resistance test
  • Varying humidity test

2. Sample Size & Criteria for Conformity (Clause 12.2 & 13)

3. Raised Panel Fibreboard Skins Requirements (Table 2, Clause 6.2)

IS 15380: Key Specifications on Sizes of Door Shutters

1. Sizes of Door Shutters (Clause 5.1 & Table 1)

• Width and height generally conform to:

• Other sizes allowed if in modules of 5 mm (width & height).

2. Timber Specification (Clause 6.1.1)

• Minimum bulk density: 450 kg/m³ at 12% moisture content.
• Applicable for rails, stiles, and core fillings.

3. Sample Size & Conformity (Clause 12.2 & Table 3)

Summary:

• Door shutter sizes are standardized but customizable in 5 mm increments.
• Timber used must meet density criteria for strength.
• Sampling for quality control is defined based on lot size with permissible defectives.

flowchart LR
    A[Door Shutter Sizes] --> B[Standard Sizes (Table 1)]
    A --> C[Custom Sizes in 5 mm modules]
    D[Timber] --> E[Density ≥ 450 kg/m³]
    F[Quality Control] --> G[Sample Size & Defectives (Table 3

IS 15380: Key Materials Specifications & Tables

1. Raised Panel Fibreboard Skins (Clause 6.2, Table 2)

2. Timber for Door Shutters (Clause 6.1.1, Table 6.1)

• Minimum bulk density: 450 kg/m³ at 12% moisture content
• Suitable for rails, stiles, and core fillings.

3. Sample Size & Conformity (Clauses 12.2 & 13, Table 3)

IS 15380: Key Construction Specifications & Tables

1. Material Requirements for Raised Panel Fibreboard Skins (Table 2, Clause 6.2)

2. Timber for Door Shutters (Clause 6.1.1)

• Minimum bulk density: 450 kg/m³ at 12% moisture content
• Applicable for rails, stiles, core fillings.

3. Door Shutter Dimensions (Table 1, Clause 5.1)

4. Sample Size & Criteria for Conformity (Table 3, Clause 12.2 & 13)

| Lot Size | Sample Size | Permissible Defectives | Sub-sample Size |

IS 15380 - Fittings and Hardware: Key Specifications

• Clause 8.1.1: Fittings like pull bolts shall be as agreed between purchaser and manufacturer (no fixed specs).

Relevant Tables & Specs for Door Components (Indirectly related to fittings):

Acceptance Tests for Door Shutters (Clause 10.1.1):

• Dimensions & squareness
• General flatness
• Local planeness
• End immersion
• Glue adhesion
• Slamming test

Sample Size & Defect Limits for Testing (Table 3):

IS 15380: Workmanship and Finish — Key Points

1. Surface Finish (Clause 9.2)

• Shutter surface shall be pre-primed.
• Finish type: Textured or smooth, as agreed between purchaser and manufacturer.

2. Acceptance Tests (Clause 10.1.1)

• Dimensions and squareness test
• General flatness test
• Local planeness test
• End immersion test
• Glue adhesion test
• Slamming test

3. Sample Size & Criteria for Conformity (Clauses 12.2 & 13)

• Type tests twice yearly or on design changes.

4. Additional Specifications

• Other fittings (e.g., pull bolts) as per purchaser-manufacturer agreement.
• ECO-Mark requires use of wood from sustainable sources and environmental clearances.

flowchart TD
    A[Start: Shutter Manufacturing] --> B[Surface Pre-primed]
    B --> C{Finish Type?}
    C -->|Textured| D[Apply Textured Finish]
    C -->|Smooth| E[Apply Smooth Finish]
    D --> F[Acceptance Tests]
    E --> F
    F --> G{Test Results}
    G -->|Pass| H[Batch Accepted]
    G -->|Fail| I[Batch Rejected]

For detailed workmanship, ensure strict adherence to acceptance tests and surface finish agreement to meet IS 15380 standards.

IS 15380: Tests and Testing Procedures Summary

1. Classification of Tests (Clause 10.1)

• Acceptance Tests (Clause 10.1.1):

  • Dimensions and squareness test
  • General flatness test
  • Local planeness test
  • End immersion test
  • Glue adhesion test
  • Slamming test

• Type Tests (Clause 10.1.2):

  • Impact indentation test
  • Flexure test
  • Edge loading test
  • Buckling test
  • Shock resistance test (soft & light/heavy body impact)
  • Misuse test
  • Screw withdrawal resistance test
  • Varying humidity test

2. Sample Size and Criteria for Conformity (Clauses 12.2 & 13)

• Type tests: Twice a year or after design/construction changes.

3. Additional Requirements

• ECO-Mark compliance requires wood from sustainable sources and environmental clearances.
• Documentary evidence needed for ECO-Mark application.

flowchart TD
    A[Start Testing] --> B{Test Type?}
    B -->|Acceptance| C[Select sample size from Table 3 (Col 3)]
    B -->|Type| D[Conduct type tests twice/year or after changes]
    C --> E[Perform acceptance tests]
    D --> F[Perform type tests]
    E --> G{Defectives ≤ permissible?}
    G -->|Yes| H[Lot Accepted]
    G -->|No| I[Lot Rejected]
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IS 15380: Key Requirements Summary

1. General Requirements

• Final test values must be rounded as per IS 2:1960 rules, matching significant figures of standard values.

2. Type Tests (Clause 10.1.2)

• Impact indentation test
• Flexure test
• Edge loading test
• Buckling test
• Shock resistance (soft & light/heavy body impact)
• Misuse test
• Screw withdrawal resistance test
• Varying humidity test

3. Material Properties for Raised Panel Fibreboard Skins (Table 2, Clause 6.2)

4. Sampling & Conformity (Table 3, Clauses 12.2 & 13)

IS 15380: Sampling and Criteria for Conformity

1. Sample Size (Clause 12.2 & Table 3)

• Sample size depends on lot size.
• For dimension, squareness, flatness tests: use sample size from Column 3.
• For end immersion, glue adhesion, slamming tests: use sub-sample size from Column 5.
• Type tests: twice a year or on design changes.

2. Criteria for Conformity (Clause 13)

• Lot passes if defective samples ≤ permissible number (Column 4).
• Defectives beyond permissible → lot rejected.

3. Additional Notes

• Rounding off per IS 2:1960.
• Screw withdrawal resistance ≥ 1000 N with no visible damage (Clause 11.14).
• ECO-Mark requires environmental compliance certificates (Clause 14).

flowchart TD
    A[Lot Size] --> B{Select Sample Size}
    B -->|Dimension Tests| C[Sample Size (Col 3)]
    B -->|Adhesion/Immersion Tests| D[Sub-sample Size (Col 5)]
    C --> E{Defectives ≤ Permissible?}
    D --> E
    E -->|Yes| F[Lot Conforms]
    E -->|No| G[Lot Rejected]

This ensures quality control by statistically sampling door shutter lots per IS 15380.

IS 15380: Criteria for Conformity (Clause 13 & Table 3)

Key Points:

• Lot Conformity: A lot is conforming if the number of defective samples ≤ permissible defectives (Table 3, col 4).
• Sample Size: Depends on lot size (Table 3, col 3).
• Sub-sample Size: For specific tests like end immersion, glue adhesion, slamming (Table 3, col 5).
• Type Tests Frequency: Twice a year and after design/construction changes.

Table 3: Sample Size & Permissible Defectives

Acceptance Tests (Clause 10.1.1)

• Dimensions & squareness
• General flatness
• Local planeness
• End immersion
• Glue adhesion
• Slamming test

Additional Specification

• Screw Withdrawal Resistance (Clause 11.14): ≥ 1000 N, no surface damage.

flowchart LR
    A[Lot Size] --> B{Sample Size}
    B -->|Check Samples| C[Count Defectives]
    C --> D{Defectives ≤ Permissible?}
    D -->|Yes| E[Lot Accepted]
    D -->|No| F[Lot Rejected]

This ensures quality control by statistically sampling and limiting defective items per lot size.

IS 15380: ECO-Mark Requirements & Key Specifications

1. ECO-Mark Eligibility (Clause 14)

• Use wood only from non-natural forest sources: industrial/social forestry plantations, shade trees from tea/coffee estates.
• Must meet quality and performance per IS 15380 and ECO-Mark standards.
• Manufacturer must submit:
  • Documentary evidence (certificate/declaration) to BIS.
  • Environmental clearance from State Pollution Control Board (Water & Air Acts, Environment Protection Act).

2. Marking Requirements (Clause 15.1)

Each door shutter must be marked with:

• Manufacturer/trade mark
• Construction type: HD (Heavy Duty) or LD (Light Duty)
• Size type: Modular or Non-modular
• Size designation or actual dimensions (W × H)
• Thickness
• Timber species (for ECO-Mark)
• ECO-Mark criteria label

3. Sample Size & Conformity (Clauses 12.2 & 13)

• Type tests (twice yearly or on design change): impact, flexure, edge loading, buckling, shock resistance, misuse, screw withdrawal, humidity variation.

flowchart TD
    A[Wood Source] --> B{Non-natural Forest?}
    B -- Yes --> C[Manufacture ECO-Mark Shutters]
    B -- No --> D[Not Eligible]
    C --> E[Submit Certificates to BIS]
    C --> F[Obtain Environmental Clearances]
    E & F --> G[Testing & Marking as per IS 15380]
    G --> H

IS 15380 - Marking of Door Shutters (Clause 15.1)

Each door shutter must be legibly and indelibly marked on any edge with:

• Manufacturer's name or trade-mark
• Construction type: Heavy Duty (HD) or Light Duty (LD)
• Size type: Modular or Non-modular
• Size designation: Modular size code or actual width & height for non-modular
• Thickness of the door shutter
• Timber species (for ECO-Mark)
• ECO-Mark criteria if applicable

Sample Size & Criteria for Conformity (Table 3, Clauses 12.2 & 13)

• Type tests twice yearly or after design changes.
• ECO-Mark requires additional environmental compliance documentation.

Notes on Standard Mark (Clause 15.2.1)

• Use governed by BIS Act, 1986.
• Licence details available from BIS.

This marking ensures traceability, quality assurance, and compliance with environmental standards.