steel visible indexing system cabinets

IS 9715: Scope - Key Specifications & Tables

1. Scope (Clause 3.1 & 4.1)

• Defines 3 types of steel visible indexing cabinets based on card sizes:

  Type	Card Size (mm)
  1	150 × 100
  2	200 × 125
  3	280 × 225

• Cabinets come with 4, 7, or 14 trays.

2. Dimensions (Clause 4.1, Table 1)

• Cabinets may have additional trays if requested by purchaser.

3. Rounding Off Results (Clause 0.4)

• Final test/analysis values must be rounded per IS 2-1960.
• Retain the same number of significant digits as specified values.

Summary

• Select cabinet type based on card size.
• Choose cabinet size according to number of trays.
• Dimensions are standardized for fabrication and ordering.

IS 9715: Key Specifications & Tables for Materials

1. Mild Steel Sheets (Clause 2.2):

• Shall conform to:
  • IS 513-1973 (Cold rolled carbon steel sheets)
  • IS 1079-1973 (Hot rolled carbon steel sheets and strips)

2. Tray Material (Clause 5.2):

• Tray: Mild steel sheet, min thickness 0.6 mm
• Compressor plate: Mild steel sheet, min thickness 0.8 mm
• Rear flap: Mild steel sheet, min thickness 0.8 mm
• Tray movement: Smooth horizontal sliding, hangs vertically when extended
• Compressor plate adjustable in ~10 mm steps to secure cards

3. Dimensions of Cabinets & Cards (Clause 4.1, Table 1):

Additional trays possible on purchaser request.

Summary:

• Use mild steel sheets per IS 513 or IS 1079.
• Tray thickness ≥ 0.6 mm; compressor plate & rear flap ≥ 0.8 mm.
• Cabinet/card sizes standardized for smooth fabrication and operation.

flowchart LR
    A[Mild Steel Sheets] --> B[Tray (≥0.6 mm)]
    A --> C[Compressor Plate (≥0.8 mm)]
    A --> D[Rear Flap (≥0

IS 9715: Steel Visible Indexing System Cabinets

Types of Cabinets (Clause 3.1)

Dimensions & Specifications (Clause 4.1)

Additional trays can be provided as per purchaser's requirement.

Material Specifications (Clause 5.1)

• Cabinet body: Mild steel sheet, minimum 0.8 mm thick.
• Cage/shelves: Mild steel sheet, minimum 0.6 mm thick.
• Compartments formed by cages/shelves separate drawers.

Summary Diagram (Cabinet Structure)

graph TD
    A[Cabinet Body (0.8 mm MS)] --> B[Cage/Shelves (0.6 mm MS)]
    B --> C[Compartments]
    C --> D[Drawers/Trays (4,7,14+)]
    D --> E[Cards (150×100 / 

IS 9715: Dimensions and Tolerances for Steel Visible Indexing System Cabinets

1. Card Sizes (Clause 3.1)

2. Cabinet Dimensions & Number of Trays (Clause 4.1)

Additional trays can be provided as per purchaser's requirement.

3. Tolerances (Clause 4.2.1)

• Card size tolerance: ± 2 mm on both width and depth.

Summary:

• Card sizes are fixed per type.
• Cabinet dimensions vary based on card size and number of trays.
• Card size tolerance ensures consistent fit within cabinets.

flowchart LR
    A[Card Type] --> B{Card Size}
    B -->|Type 1| C[150 x 100 mm]
    B -->|Type 2| D[200 x

IS 9715 Fabrication Key Points

1. Materials:

• Mild steel sheets as per IS 513-1973 or IS 1079-1973.
• Thickness:
  • Tray: ≥ 0.6 mm mild steel sheet.
  • Compressor plate & rear flap: ≥ 0.8 mm mild steel sheet.

2. Tray Specifications (Clause 5.2):

• Smooth horizontal movement in/out of cabinet.
• Tray hangs vertically when fully extended.
• Adjustable compressor plate with ~10 mm step increments to secure cards.
• Rear flap hinged at back corners to support card pockets.

3. Cabinet & Tray Dimensions (Clause 4.1 - Table 1):

Additional trays can be added per purchaser's request.

4. Rounding Off Results:

• Follow IS 2-1960 for rounding test/analysis results to match significant figures of specified values.

flowchart LR
    A[Order Placement] --> B[Supply Technical Info (Clause 9.1)]
    B --> C[Fabrication as per IS 9715]
    C --> D[Use Mild Steel Sheets IS 513/1079]
    D --> E[Make Trays (≥0.6mm) & Compressor Plates (≥0.8mm)]
    E --> F[Assemble Cabinets per Table 1 Dimensions]
   

IS 9715: Surface Treatment and Finishing Key Points

1. Phosphating Treatment (Clause 6.2)

• Mild steel components must undergo phosphating conforming to Class C of IS:3618-1966 immediately after pickling.
• Application process per IS:6005-1970.
• Purpose: Corrosion protection.

2. Paint Coats (Clause 6.3)

• Enamel paint coats applied as:
  • Finish coat with enamels per IS:151-1950, IS:2932-1974, or IS:2933-1975.
• Primer and putty:
  • Putty per IS:426-1961.
  • Aluminium primer per IS:2931-1964.

3. Performance Tests (Clause 7.3)

• Flexibility and adhesion tested on a 150 x 50 mm, 0.315 mm thick mild steel plate.
• Test per IS:101-1964, Clause 16.
• Paint must show no damage, detachment, or cracking under 10x magnification.

Summary Table: Paint & Treatment Specifications

flowchart TD
    A[Pickling] --> B[Phosphating (IS:3618 Class C)]
    B --> C[Putty Application (IS:426)]
    C --> D[Aluminium Primer (IS:2931)]
    D --> E[Enamel Paint Finish (IS:151/2932/2933)]

IS 9715: Performance Requirements of Finish (Clause 7 & 9 Highlights)

• Finish Coat: Enamel paint must conform to IS 151:1950, IS 2932:1974, or IS 2933:1975.

• Flexibility & Adhesion Test (Clause 7.3):

  • Test sample: Mild steel plate 150 x 50 mm, thickness 0.315 mm.
  • Test as per IS 101:1964 (clause 16).
  • Paint must show no damage, detachment, or cracking under 10x magnification.

• Rounding Off Test Results (Clause 0.4):

  • Follow IS 2:1960 for rounding.
  • Maintain significant digits as per specified values.

• Purchaser's Information (Clause 9.1):

  • Type of finish
  • Number & size of cards
  • Type of card holders
  • Colour & type of finish
  • Number of trays

Summary Table: Flexibility & Adhesion Test Sample

flowchart TD
    A[Prepare Mild Steel Sample] --> B[Apply Enamel Finish]
    B --> C[Conduct Flexibility & Adhesion Test]
    C --> D{Paint Condition?}
    D -->|No Damage| E[Pass]
    D -->|Damage/Cracking| F[Fail]

This ensures durable, corrosion-resistant enamel finish per IS 9715 standards.

IS 9715: Packaging - Key Specifications & Tables

1. Dimensions of Cards & Cabinets (Clause 4.1, Table 1)

• Note: Additional trays can be added as per purchaser's request.

2. Tray Specifications (Clause 5.2)

• Material: Mild steel sheet, thickness ≥ 0.6 mm.
• Movement: Tray moves smoothly horizontally; hangs vertically when fully extended.
• Compressor Plate: Mild steel sheet, thickness ≥ 0.8 mm, adjustable in ~10 mm steps to secure cards.
• Rear Flap: Hinged mild steel sheet (≥ 0.8 mm thick) supports card pockets for back-side referencing.

3. Packaging Requirements (Clause 8.1)

• All cabinet components must be packed to prevent damage during transit.

4. Additional Notes

• Steel specifications refer to cold/hot rolled carbon steel sheets and strips.
• Screws and spring wires follow IS standards for quality and compatibility.

flowchart LR
    A[Cards] --> B[Trays (Mild Steel)]
    B --> C[Compressor Plate (Adjustable)]
    B --> D[Rear Flap (Hinged)]
    B --> E[Cabinet]
    E --> F[Packaging (Damage Prevention)]

This summary ensures compliance with IS 9715 packaging and fabrication requirements for indexing cabinets.

IS 9715 - Information to be Supplied by Purchaser (Clause 9.1)

Purchaser must provide the following details when placing an order:

• Type required (1, 2, or 3 as per Table 1)
• Number of cards required
• Card size required (Width × Depth in mm)
• Type of card holders required
• Colour and type of finish
• Number of trays required

Key Table: Dimensions of Cards and Cabinets (Clause 4.1)

• Cabinets can have additional trays if requested.
• Dimensions in mm.

Rounding Off (IS 2-1960)

• Final test values must be rounded to the same significant figures as specified.
• Ensures uniformity in reporting.

flowchart TD
    A[Purchaser places order] --> B{Information to supply}
    B --> C[Type of cabinet]
    B --> D[Number of cards]
    B --> E[Card size]
    B --> F[Card holder type]
    B --> G[Colour & finish]
    B --> H[Number of trays]
    H --> I[Cabinet dimensions per Table 1]

This ensures clarity and compliance with IS 9715 specifications.

IS 9715: Key Specifications & Tables for Marking and Fabrication

Marking (Clause 10.1):

• All cabinets must be marked with a manufacturer's identification mark for traceability.

Order Information (Clause 9.1):
Purchaser must specify:

• Type of cabinet
• Number of cards
• Card size
• Type of card holders
• Colour and finish type
• Number of trays

Card & Cabinet Dimensions (Clause 4.1, Table 1):

• Cabinets can have additional trays if requested.

Rounding Off (Clause 0.4):

• Follow IS:2-1960 for rounding test results, matching significant figures to the specified values.

flowchart LR
    A[Order Placed] --> B[Purchaser supplies info]
    B --> C{Type, Cards, Size, Holders, Colour, Trays}
    C --> D[Manufacturer fabricates cabinet]
    D --> E[Mark cabinet with manufacturer ID]

This ensures compliance with IS 9715 marking and fabrication requirements.