Solar Thermal Systems, Devices and Components
Solar Flat Plate Collector
Strategic Recommendations – Solar Flat Plate Collector (IS 12933 (Part 1 & 2): 2003)
- Apply for BIS Certification Early – Initiate the BIS licensing process for IS 12933 (Part 1 & 2) immediately to meet the April 12, 2025 enforcement date without disruption. Align drawings/BoM, QAP, routine/acceptance tests to the IS schedule.
- Partner with ERA Compliance Experts – ERA can assist with documentation, lab testing coordination, and ISI marking readiness specific to solar thermal products.
- Contact ERA Support – 📧 cs@eraglobal.co.in | 📞 +91 9599296331 | 💬 WhatsApp – end-to-end support for application filing, test planning, and label/pack approvals.
- Monitor Notifications & Updates – Subscribe to ERA NEWSLETTER to Track any amendments/FAQs/clarifications to the QCO, including any future changes to applicable IS versions (as the Order applies the latest IS versions from their publication dates).
- Conduct a Gap Analysis – Benchmark designs against IS 12933 (Part 1): Requirements and Part 2: Components: absorber plate specs, glazing, insulation, header/risers, frame/casing, stagnation/pressure resistance, workmanship/marking and routine tests. Rectify gaps before type testing and surveillance.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Solar Flat Plate Collector for Solar Water Heating Systems. |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 12933 (Part 1): 2003 and IS 12933 (Part 2): 2003. |
| Title of Indian Standard | Part 1: Solar Flat Plate Collector – Specification – Requirements; Part 2: Solar Flat Plate Collector – Specification – Components. |
| Quality Control Order | Solar Thermal Systems, Devices and Components (Quality Control) Order), 2024 (MNRE). |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified as S.O. 4485(E) dated October 8, 2024, published in the Gazette October 14, 2024; track any subsequent amendments/clarifications separately. |
| Final Enforcement Date | April 12, 2025 (i.e., 180 days from the date of Gazette publication). |
| Objective & Scope | Mandates conformity to Indian Standards and compulsory use of the Standard Mark (ISI) under BIS licence (Scheme-I) for specified solar thermal goods, in public interest. ty6gtty6 |
| Products Covered | “Solar Flat Plate Collector for Solar Water Heating Systems” |
| Exemptions | Goods meant exclusively for export are exempt. (No MSME-specific phase-ins are provided in this QCO.) |
| Industries Impacted | Solar thermal appliance manufacturers; OEMs supplying collectors/systems; importers of solar water heating components; distributors/retailers. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Products must conform to IS 12933 (Part 1 & 2), bear the ISI mark, and be licensed by BIS under Scheme-I of Schedule II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS licence for IS 12933 (Part 1 & 2); complete testing at BIS-recognised labs; implement ISI marking on product & packaging; align documentation and declarations. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016; contravention is punishable under Section 29(3). |
| Conclusion | From April 12, 2025, Solar Flat Plate Collectors must comply with IS 12933 (Part 1 & 2) and carry BIS certification to be sold in India. |
| References / Annexures | Solar Thermal Systems, Devices and Components (QCO), 2024; IS 12933 (Part 1): 2003; IS 12933 (Part 2): 2003. |
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Notification
The product Solar Flat Plate Collector for Solar Water Heating Systems covered under Solar Thermal Systems, Devices and Components (Quality Control) Order, 2024 issued by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy mandates BIS certification (Scheme-I) and compulsory ISI marking for Solar Flat Plate Collectors conforming to IS 12933 (Part 1): 2003 and IS 12933 (Part 2): 2003; notified as S.O. 4485(E) on October 8, 2024 and published in the Gazette on October 14, 2024.
Enforcement Timeline
The Order comes into force after 180 days from Gazette publication, i.e., on April 12, 2025. (Enterprises must be compliant from that date.)
Overview
Solar Flat Plate Collectors are key components of solar water heating systems. The QCO ensures standardised quality and safety by requiring compliance with IS 12933 (Part 1 & 2) and ISI marking under BIS licence, thereby protecting consumers and assuring performance.
Objective & Scope
The Order’s purpose is to ensure conformity to Indian Standards and market surveillance for products bearing the Standard Mark, with BIS as the certifying and enforcing authority (in consultation with MNRE for surveillance).
Products Covered
Solar Flat Plate Collector for Solar Water Heating Systems (Schedule S. No. 1) with the above IS references.
Exemptions Provided
Goods meant exclusively for export are exempt from the Order. (No explicit R&D or MSME-phase exemptions are provided in this QCO.)
Industries Impacted
Manufacturers of solar thermal collectors and systems, OEM suppliers, importers, and distribution/retail channels for solar water heating equipment.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Obtain BIS licence (Scheme-I) for IS 12933 (Part 1 & 2), ensure ISI marking on each unit and packaging, and be subject to market surveillance by BIS/authorised agencies; the latest versions of applicable IS shall apply as and when published by BIS.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
Non-compliance is punishable under Section 29(3) of the BIS Act, 2016; BIS is the certifying and enforcing authority under the Order.
Conclusion
From April 12, 2025, all Solar Flat Plate Collectors offered for sale in India must conform to IS 12933 (Part 1 & 2) and bear the ISI mark under a valid BIS licence, ensuring quality, safety, and market standardisation.
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