Hydraulically Regulated Door Closers -Specification

IS 3564: Scope & Key Specifications Summary

Scope (Clause 3.0)

• Defines terms and applicability for door closers.
• Covers construction, finish, dimensions, interchangeability, and performance tests (Clause 14.3.1).

Sampling & Conformity (Clause 14.2.1 & Table 14.3.2)

• Sample sizes and acceptance criteria depend on lot size.
• Two-stage sampling with acceptance/rejection numbers.

Rounding Off (IS 2:1960)

• Final test values rounded as per IS 2 rules.
• Number of significant digits same as specified values.

Referenced Standards (Annex A)

• Covers materials like phosphor bronze (IS 28), carbon steel (IS 1875), aluminium alloys (IS 617), and testing methods (IS 7283).
• Ensures quality and

IS 3564: Referenced Indian Standards & Key Specifications

• Rounding Off: Final test or analysis values must be rounded per IS 2:1960 rules, maintaining the same significant figures as specified.

• Endurance Test (Clause 1.5, Table B-1.5):

  • Total operations: 50,000 cycles
  • Continuous operations per batch: 2,500 to 3,000
  • Operation rate: 4 to 6 cycles/minute
  • One operation = one full opening + closing
  • Post-test: No defects, failures, or oil leakage allowed

• Committee & Development: Developed by Builders Hardware Sectional Committee (CED 15) under BIS, reaffirmed in 2002.

• Contact for BIS Offices: Multiple regional offices available (New Delhi, Calcutta, Chennai, Bombay, Chandigarh).

Summary Table: Endurance Test Parameters

For detailed design, testing, and material specs, refer to the full IS 3564 document and related standards like IS 2:1960 for rounding rules.

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    A[Test Piece] --> B[Closer fitted]
    B --> C[Operate 50,000 cycles]
    C --> D{Check defects?}
    D -->|No| E[Pass Test]
    D -->|Yes| F[Fail Test]

IS 3564 - Definitions & Key Specifications Summary

1. Definitions (Clause 3.0)

• Defines terms related to hydraulic door closers for clarity and uniformity.
• Final test/analysis values must be rounded as per IS 2:1960 rules, maintaining the same significant figures as specified.

2. Designation of Door Closers (Table 1, Clause 6)

3. Materials for Components (Table 2, Clause 7)

4. Rounding Off (Clause None)

• Use IS 2:1960 for rounding test results.
• Retain significant figures equal to the standard's specified value.

Visual: Door Closer Designation Flow

flowchart TD
    A[Door Mass & Width] --> B{Designation}
    B -->|Up to 35 kg & ≤700 mm| C[Type 1: Light Doors]
    B -->|36 to 60 kg & 701-850 mm| D[Type 2

IS 3564 - Designation of Door Closers

1. Designation Table (Clause 6 - Table 1)

2. Materials for Components (Clause 7 - Table 2)

3. Universal Closer (Clause 3.6)

• Suitable for both clockwise and anti-clockwise doors without part changes.

4. Types of Hydraulic Door Closers (Clause 3.6)

• Bottle type (Type A)
• Tubular type (Type B)

Summary Diagram of Door Closer Designation

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    A[Door Mass & Width] --> B{Designation}
    B -->|Mass ≤ 35kg & Width ≤ 700mm| C[Designation 1: Light Doors]
    B -->|36kg ≤ Mass ≤ 60kg & 701mm ≤ Width ≤ 850mm| D[Designation 2: Interior Doors]
    B -->|61kg ≤ Mass ≤ 80kg & 851

IS 3564 - Materials for Hydraulically Regulated Door Closers

Key Table: Materials for Components (Clause 7, Table 2)

IS 3564: Construction and Finish Key Points

1. Construction & Finish (Clause 14.3.1)

• Focus on dimensions, interchangeability of parts, and performance tests.
• Nut/top lid must be firmly fixed yet removable for maintenance (Clause 8.6).

2. Sampling & Conformity (Table 3, Clause 14.2.1)

3. Materials for Components (Table 2, Clause 7)

IS 3564: Performance Requirements Summary

Key Clauses:

• 14.3.1: Covers construction, finish, dimensions, interchangeability, and performance tests.
• 8.2 & B-1.4: Performance tests must be checked within 15 minutes after conditioning. No defects or oil leakage allowed.
• 14.2.1 & Table 3: Sampling plan for conformity testing based on lot size.

Sampling & Acceptance Criteria (Table 3 excerpt):

Second sample sizes and acceptance numbers increase accordingly.

Performance Test Requirements:

• No leakage or defects after testing.
• Tests include endurance and functional performance as per Clauses 14.2.1 and 14.3.1.
• Conditioning period: 15 minutes before checking results.

Referenced Standards (Annex A):

• Material standards for metals, coatings, and oils (e.g., IS 28, IS 3618, IS 2062).
• Sampling methods (IS 7283).
• Paint and corrosion protection standards.

Summary Flow of Performance Testing:

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    A[Receive Door Closers Lot] --> B[Sample as per Table 3]
    B --> C[Condition Samples (15 min)]
    C --> D[Conduct Performance Tests]
    D --> E{Defects or Leakage?}
    E

IS 3564 - Testing Procedures Summary

Sample Size & Acceptance Criteria (Clause 14.2.1, Table 14.3.2)

• Acceptance Number: Max allowable defects for acceptance.
• Rejection Number: Min defects leading to rejection.

Key Notes:

• Final test results must be rounded per IS 2:1960 rules.
• Tests cover Construction, Finish, Dimensions, Interchangeability, and Performance.
• Sampling follows random sampling methods (see IS 7283:1992).

Referenced IS Standards (Annex A):

• IS 4905:1968 - Random Sampling
• IS 2062:1992 - Steel for structural purposes
• IS 3618:

IS 3564 Surface Treatment Key Points

• Clause 9.2: Mild steel parts must be treated as per 9.2.1 & 9.2.2.

• Clause 9.2.1:

  • Remove dents, burrs, sharp edges.
  • Pickle, scrub, rinse to remove grease, rust, scale, foreign elements.

• Clause 9.2.2:

  • After pickling, apply phosphating treatment as per IS 3618:1966 for corrosion protection.

• Filler Application:

  • Use fillers conforming to IS 110:1983 on surfaces needing filling.

Summary Table: Surface Treatment Process

Additional Notes:

• Phosphating enhances corrosion resistance and paint adhesion.
• Pickling typically involves acid treatment to clean steel surfaces.
• Ensure ambient temperature testing as per Annex B for performance validation.

flowchart TD
    A[Mild Steel Parts] --> B[Remove dents, burrs, sharp edges]
    B --> C[Pickle, scrub, rinse]
    C --> D[Phosphating Treatment (IS 3618)]
    D --> E[Filler Application (IS 110)]
    E --> F[Ready for Assembly/Coating]

This ensures durable, corrosion-resistant steel components in door closers per IS 3564.

IS 3564: Packaging and Marking - Key Points

The standard IS 3564 (1995) primarily covers packaging and marking of mechanical closers, focusing on:

• Visual Inspection (Clause 1.2): Packaging must conform to the requirements specified in Clause 12 (not detailed here), ensuring protection against damage and corrosion during transit and storage.

• Rounding Off (General Clause): Test results must be rounded per IS 2:1960, maintaining the same significant digits as the specified values.

• Construction & Dimensions (Clause 14.3.1): Packaging should preserve the integrity of construction, finish, and interchangeability of parts.

Typical Packaging & Marking Specifications (Based on IS 3564 and general practice):

Rounding Off Rule (IS 2:1960):

• If the digit to be dropped is >5, round up.
• If the digit is <5, round down.
• If the digit is 5, round to make the last digit even.

flowchart LR
    A[Manufacturing] --> B[Packaging as per IS 3564]
    B --> C[Visual Inspection (Clause 1.2)]
    C --> D[Marking & Labeling]
    D --> E[Storage & Dispatch]

For detailed packaging dimensions and marking formats, refer to Clause 12 of IS 3564 and related annexures.

IS 3564: Accessories and Instructions for Door Closers

Clause 12.2 mandates each door closer be supplied with:

• A list of accessories (see Clause 13)
• A leaflet with installation, use, and maintenance instructions
• One fitting key or suitable spanner for adjusting spring valve and regulating screw

Key Accessories (Typical for Hydraulic Bottle Type Door Closers)

• Top Nut Adjusting Arm
• Concentric Ratchet
• Control Valve Screw
• Fitting Key/Spanner

Material Specifications (Table 2, Clause 7)

Sampling & Conformity (Table 3, Clause 14.2.1)

IS 3564 - Sampling and Criteria for Conformity (Clause 14.3, Table 3)

Sampling Procedure:

• Test samples are drawn based on the lot size.
• Two samples may be drawn sequentially if needed.
• Each door closer failing in construction, finish, dimensions, interchangeability, or performance is defective.

Key Table: Sample Size & Acceptance Criteria

Decision Rules:

• If defectives ≤ Acceptance Number → Lot conforms.
• If defectives ≥ Rejection Number → Lot rejected.
• If Acceptance Number < defectives < Rejection Number → Take second sample.
• Combine defectives from both samples; if combined defectives ≤ Acceptance Number → Lot conforms.

Additional:

• Final test results rounded per IS 2:1960 rules.
• Refer to Annex B for detailed test descriptions.

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IS 3564 - Endurance Test Key Points

Endurance Test (Clause 14.3.2)

• Sample Size: For lot size ≤ 280, test 2 door closers.
• Performance Check: After endurance test, check performance as per Clause 8.2 within 15 minutes.
• Acceptance Criteria: No defects or oil leakage allowed at test end.

Sampling & Acceptance (Table 14.3.2 from Clause 14.2.1)

• Second sample size doubles the first; acceptance and rejection numbers increase accordingly.

Summary

• Endurance test ensures durability without oil leakage or defects.
• Sample sizes and acceptance criteria depend on lot size.
• Performance must meet Clause 8.2 immediately post-test.

flowchart LR
    A[Start Endurance Test] --> B{Lot Size ≤ 280?}
    B -- Yes --> C[Test 2 Door Closers]
    B -- No --> D[Refer to Sampling Table 14.3.2]
    C --> E[Check Performance (Clause 8.2)]
    D --> E
    E --> F{Defects or Leakage?}
    F -- No --> G[Accept Lot]
    F -- Yes --> H[Reject Lot]

For detailed sampling and acceptance, refer to Table 14.3.2 in IS 3564.

Use of Standard Mark - IS 3564 Key Points & Table

Clause 11.2.1

• Use of the Standard Mark is regulated by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act 1986.
• Licence conditions for use of the Standard Mark are provided by BIS.

Clause 11.2

• Each door closer may be marked with the Standard Mark to indicate conformity.

Sampling & Acceptance Criteria (Clause 14.2.1)

• Acceptance Number: Max number of defective samples allowed to accept the lot.
• Rejection Number: Min number of defective samples to reject the lot.

Rounding Off (IS 2:1960)

• Final test values must be rounded off as per IS

Here is a concise summary of key formulas, tables, and specifications from IS 3564 related to Annexes and Committee Composition:

1. Committee Composition (Annex C)

• The technical committee (CED 15) includes experts from:
  • Central Public Works Department, Railways, Defence, Industry, BIS, Research Institutes.
  • Members represent government departments, private enterprises, and standards organizations.
• Chairman: Shri P. Krishnan
• Member-Secretary: Hemant Kumar, Joint Director (Civ Engg), BIS

2. Sampling Table for Conformity Testing (Table 3, Clause 14.2.1)

• Second sample sizes are equal to first; cumulative acceptance and rejection numbers increase accordingly.

3. Endurance Test (Annex B, Clause 1.5)

• Total operations: 50,000 cycles at max load.
• Continuous operations: minimum 2,500 to 3,000 cycles.
• Speed: 4 to 6 operations per minute.
• No defects or oil leakage allowed after test.

4. Materials for Door Closer Components (Table 2, Clause 7)