IS : 2206 (Part II) - 1976

(Reaffirmed 2003)
Edition 1.1
(1988-01)
Indian Standard
SPECIFICATION FOR
FLAMEPROOF ELECTRIC LIGHTING
FITTINGS
PART II FITTINGS USING GLASS TUBES

(Incorporating Amendment No. 1)

UDC 628.952.2-462:621.32-213.34

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 IS : 2206 (Part II) - 1976

Indian Standard
SPECIFICATION FOR
FLAMEPROOF ELECTRIC LIGHTING
FITTINGS
PART II FITTINGS USING GLASS TUBES
Illuminating Engineering Sectional Committee, ETDC 45
Chairman Representing
SHRI V. A. KRISHNAMURTHY Central Public Works Department, New Delhi
Members
SURVEYOR OF WORKS III (ELECT) ( Alternate to
Shri V. A. Krishnamurthy )
SHRI P. K. BANDYOPADHYAY Philips India Ltd, Bombay
SHRI S. ROYCHOUDHARY ( Alternate )
WG CDR H. S. BHATIA Directorate of Technical Development &
SHRI N. C. GUHA ( Alternate ) Production (Air) (Ministry of Defence)
SHRI G. BHATTACHARYYA National Test House, Calcutta
SHRI D. S. DOSHI Bajaj Electricals Ltd, Bombay
SHRI JAGDISH SHARAN ( Alternate )
SHRI K. L. GARG Directorate General of Supplies & Disposals,
New Delhi
SHRI J. S. PASSI ( Alternate )
SHRI M. P. GUPTA Crompton Greaves Ltd, Bombay; and Indian
Engineering Association, Calcutta
SHRI S. F. MEHTA ( Alternate ) Crompton Greaves Ltd, Bombay
SHRI G. S. CHANDRASEKHER Indian Engineering Association, Calcutta
( Alternate )
SHRI T. S. KUMAR Central Mining Research Station (CSIR),
Dhanbad
SHRI U. S. NIGAM ( Alternate )
SHRI B. H. MHATRE Bombay Electric Supply & Transport
Undertaking, Bombay
SHRI AVTAR SINGH ( Alternate )
SHRI K. N. NADGIR Engineer-in-Chief’s Branch, Army
Headquarters
MAJ J. K. SONI ( Alternate )
SHRI J. R. PARI General Electric Co of India Ltd, Calcutta
SHRI S. K. NEOGI ( Alternate )
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Members Representing
SHRI K. S. SARMA National Physical Laboratory (CSIR), New
Delhi
SHRI I. P. SINGH Railway Board (Ministry of Railways)
SHRI M. S. ARORA ( Alternate )
SHRI H. SINHA Illuminating Engineering Society of India,
Calcutta
SHRI K. K. ROHATGI ( Alternate )
SHRI P. R. SURENDRANATHAN Central Labour Institute, Bombay
SHRI S. PURUSHOTTAM ( Alternate )
SHRI S. P. SACHDEV, Director General, BIS ( Ex-officio Member )
Director (Elec tech)
Secretary
SHRI A. K. GOGIA
Assistant Director (Elec tech), BIS

Flameproof and Allied Lighting Fittings Subcommittee, ETDC 45:1

Convener
DR G. N. BADAMI Central Building Research Institute (CSIR),
Roorkee
Members
SHRI U. N. BALIGA Baliga Lighting Equipment (P) Ltd, Madras
DR T. S. BAJPAYEE Central Mining Research Station (CSIR),
Dhanbad
SHRI S. K. RAY ( Alternate )
SHRI S. K. BISWAS Directorate General of Mines Safety, Dhanbad
SHRI K. K. KHOSLA Jardine Victor Ltd, Calcutta
SHRI P. R. KIBE Paisa Fund Glass Works, Pune
SHRI V. V. HUPARIKAR ( Alternate )
SHRI MANAB ROY Sam Roch & Co, Calcutta
SHRI I. N. MURTY Department of Explosives, Nagpur
SHRI CHARANJIT LAL ( Alternate )
SHRI N. NAGARAJAN National Coal Development Corporation Ltd,
Ranchi
SHRI J. R. PARI General Electric Co of India Ltd, Calcutta
SHRI B. G. GHOSHAL ( Alternate )
SHRI P. R. SURENDRANATHAN Central Labour Institute, Bombay
SHRI G. N. THADANI Engineers India Ltd, New Delhi
SHRI S. KASTURIRANGAN ( Alternate )
SHRI T. R. VENKATESAN Ministry of Defence (R & D)
SHRI C. K. SREEDHARAN ( Alternate )

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Indian Standard
SPECIFICATION FOR
FLAMEPROOF ELECTRIC LIGHTING
FITTINGS
PART II FITTINGS USING GLASS TUBES

0. F O R E W O R D
0.1 This Indian Standard (Part II) was adopted by the Indian
Standards Institution on 23 September 1976, after the draft finalized
by the Illuminating Engineering Sectional Committee had been
approved by the Electrotechnical Division Council.
0.2 Part I of this standard was published in 1962 to cover well-glass
and bulkhead types of electric lighting fittings. Flameproof electric
lighting fittings with glass tubes and tubular fluorescent lamps are
finding increasing use in locations where flammable gases are likely to
occur.
0.2.1 This standard is intended to cover such types of flameproof light-
ing fittings with a view to helping their indigenous manufacture.
0.3 In preparing this standard, assistance has been derived from B. S.
889-1965 ‘Specification for flameproof electric lighting fittings,
published by the British Standards Institution.
0.4 This edition 1.1 incorporates Amendment No. 1 (January 1988).
Side bar indicates modification of the text as the result of
incorporation of the amendment.
0.5 For the purpose of deciding whether a particular requirement of
this standard is complied with, the final value, observed or calculated,
expressing the result of a test, shall be rounded off in accordance with
IS : 2-1960*. The number of significant places retained in the rounded
off value should be the same as that of the specified value in this
standard.

1. SCOPE
1.1 This standard (Part II) covers the range of fixed lighting fittings of
flameproof construction, intended for use where flammable gas or
vapour may occur in explosive mixture with air. Flameproof fittings
covered by this standard are those types using glass tubes and intended
for accommodating tubular fluorescent lamps having hot cathodes.
NOTE — Use of these fittings in Group IIC atmosphere is not permitted.

*Rules for rounding off numerical values ( revised ).

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2. TERMINOLOGY
2.0 For the purpose of this standard, the definitions given in IS : 2206
(Part I)-1962* shall apply.
3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Fittings shall comply with appropriate clauses of IS : 2206 (Part I)-
1962* and requirements of IS : 2148-1968†.
4. DESIGN, MATERIAL AND CONSTRUCTION
4.1 Lamps — Fittings shall be designed to accommodate tubular
fluorescent lamps of the appropriate wattage complying with
IS : 2418-1964‡.
4.2 Lampholders — Lampholders shall comply with IS : 3323-1965§
and be of such material as to withstand the service temperature.
4.3 Control Gear and Internal Wiring — Discharge lamp auxiliary
gear shall comply with IS : 1534 (Part I)-1967//. All internal wiring
shall comply with the appropriate Indian Standards and be such as to
withstand the service temperatures.
4.4 Terminals — Terminals shall comply with the requirements
of 4.5 of IS : 2206 (Part I)-1962*.
4.5 Glass Tubes — The tubular glass envelopes shall comply with the
following requirements.
4.5.1 Composition of Glass — The tubes shall be made from glass of
any composition, subject to their satisfying the requirements stated in
the subsequent clauses.
4.5.2 Light Transmission — The tubes shall be made from glass
having a light absorption not greater than 6 percent per centimetre of
thickness.
4.5.3 Finish of Surface — The tubes shall have a smooth surface finish.
After cutting to length, the ends of the tube shall be flame-glazed,
and any strain introduced by this glazing process shall be removed by
subsequent annealing.

*Specification for flameproof electric lighting fittings: Part I Well-glass and bulkhead
types.
†Specification for flameproof enclosures of electrical apparatus ( first revision ).
‡Specification for tubular fluorescent lamps for general lighting service.
§Specification for bi-pin lampholders for tubular fluorescent lamps.
// Specification for ballasts for fluorescent lamps: Part I For switch start circuit ( first
revision ).
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4.5.4 Dimensions — The tubes shall be circular or approximately
circular in cross section, and the ratio of maximum to minimum for
either the external or internal diameter at any one cross section shall
not exceed 1.06. The wall thickness shall be not less than 6 percent of
the nominal external diameter or 3.2 mm whichever is greater. The
tolerance on the dimensions shall be agreed between the glass
manufacturer and the purchaser.
4.5.5 Internal Strain — Each tube shall be examined for internal
strain, to confirm that it is well-annealed. The requirement of good
annealing is that there shall be no pronounced bands of colour at the
ends when the tube is examined in a strain viewer with a sensitive tint
plate, and that the maximum retardation through the double wall
thickness of the tubing shall not exceed 75 mµm.
NOTE — Convenient standard for this purpose is a set of five strain discs provided by
the British Glass Industry Research Association. Such discs have a mean
retardation, for each disc, of 22.8 ± 1.0 mµm. The total retardation of a group of five
discs is, by selection, within the range of 114 ± 1.5 mµm.
4.5.6 Internal Flaws
4.5.6.1 No tube shall contain any airline or blister exceeding 0.5 mm
diameter or exceeding three-quarters of the length of the tube. The
aggregate length of all airlines shall not exceed 2.5 times the length of
the tube. The number of airlines or blisters shall not exceed five at any
cross section. For this purpose airlines less than 50 mm in length or
0.04 mm in diameter shall be disregarded.
4.5.6.2 No tube shall contain more than one of the following defects in
any 15 cm length, or more than two in any 30 cm length, or more than
three in any 150 cm length:
a) Refractory stones 0.75 mm to 1.5 mm diameter,
b) Clusters of stones 2.5 mm to 5 mm diameter, and
c) Knots (glass stones) 2.5 mm to 5 mm diameter.
NOTE — None of the refractory stones or clusters of stones shall be so close to the
surface of the tube as to cause any protrusion.
4.5.7 Hydraulic Test — Each tube, held at its seating surface only,
shall be subjected to an internal hydraulic pressure of 1 N/mm2,
applied for a period of not less than 15 seconds, or more than 20
seconds. The pressure is to be brought up gradually to that value, the
time taken being not more than 1 minute. For the purpose of this test
the tube should be clamped between flat pressure plates with a
suitable gasket material pressed against its ends.
4.5.8 Type Tests — The makers of the tubes shall guarantee that the
tubes are made to withstand the tests described in 4.5.8.2 and 4.5.8.3,
with a risk of failure which is not greater than that given in 4.5.8.1.

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4.5.8.1 When a purchaser requires tests to be made on any particular
consignment, the following shall apply:
For consignments of up to 500, a random selection of ten tubes
shall be taken for each of the type tests; for consignments of more
than 500 a random selection of 2 percent shall be taken. In each
instance if no more than 10 percent of the selected samples fail in
any one test the consignment shall be deemed to be satisfactory.
If more than 20 percent of the samples fail, the consignment shall
be deemed not to comply with this standard.
If more than 10 percent, but not more than 20 percent fail, a
further sample, similar to the original, shall be selected at random
and the test repeated. If no more than 10 percent fail in the repeat
test the consignment shall be deemed to be satisfactory. If more
than 10 percent fail, the whole consignment shall be deemed not to
comply with this standard.
NOTE 1 — No tube shall be used for more than one test.
NOTE 2 — No tube which has been used for any of the type tests described shall be
put into service, but shall be destroyed after the tests have been completed.
NOTE 3 — The purpose of thermal shock test is to ensure correct physical qualities,
rather than to give an indication of ultimate strength in service.
4.5.8.2 Thermal shock test — The tubes shall be heated in an oven for
30 minutes, one end of each tube being closed by a substantial cork or
bung. They shall then be plunged, closed end first, and be completely
submerged, into water having a temperature between 50°C and 20°C,
the difference between the oven temperature and water temperature
being not less than 125°C.
4.5.8.3 Durability test — The tubes shall be made of glass of a type
which, when tested by the method described in Appendix A shall not
show more than a faint tarnish or spotting.
4.6 Mounting of Glass Tubes — The glass shall be supported at both
ends, the ends of the tube being mounted in ferrules which shall be
affixed with cement approved by the Testing Authority, and the
assembly shall comply with IS : 2148-1968*. The length of the cement
path shall be not less than one-third of the external diameter of the
glass tube, with a minimum 25 mm. The glass tube and cemented
collars shall form a single replaceable unit.
NOTE — Cemented joints are capable of withstanding compressive loads but have
limited ability to resist shear or tensile stresses; ferrules and associated supports
should be designed with this in mind.

*Specification for flameproof enclosures of electrical apparatus ( first revision ).

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4.7 Bodies of Fittings — The bodies of the fittings and the ferrules
shall be of metal. Provision shall be made, where desired, for the
incorporation of fluorescent lamp auxiliaries. The mounting of the
lampholders shall be such as to take into account all permitted
tolerances and the overall length for which the fitting is designed.
Where the electrical connections are housed within a coupling
enclosure or tube, the end bodies, together with the said coupling, shall
be designed and tested as an integral unit.
NOTE — If the enclosure housing the auxiliaries communicates with the main lamp
enclosure, possibility of abnormal explosion pressure resulting in the auxiliary
compartment following an ignition in the main lamp enclosure shall be taken into
account and guarded against.
4.8 Fittings for Use with Conduit Installations — Provision for
the attachment of conduit shall be made in accordance with the
requirements of IS : 2148-1968*.
4.9 Fittings for Use with Cable — Provision for the attachment of
cable shall be made in accordance with IS : 2148-1968*.
4.10 Securing Screws or Bolts — Any external screws, hinges or
bolts securing the various components of the fittings shall be of
corrosion resistant metal, or be suitably treated to resist corrosion.
Bolts, set screws, studs and nuts used to ensure the flameproofness
of the enclosure shall comply with the requirements of IS : 2148-1968*.
In assembling or securing different parts of the fittings, they shall
be used in the manner prescribed therein.
4.11 Provision for Reflectors — Where required, provision shall be
made on fittings for the attachment of reflectors. The reflectors shall
comply with IS : 1777-1961†.
4.12 Provision for Guards — Provision shall be made for fixing
efficient guards to protect against mechanical damage. The mesh of
guard openings shall not exceed 50 × 70 mm and the wire diameter
shall not be less than 3 mm.
5. TEMPERATURE-RISE AND OPERATING POSITION
5.1 The maximum surface temperature-rise shall not exceed 50°C,
whatever be the operating position, when measured in accordance
with Appendix C of IS : 2206 (Part I)-1962‡.
*Specification for flameproof enclosures of electrical apparatus ( first revision ).
†Specification for industrial lighting fittings with metal reflectors.
‡Specification for flameproof electric lighting fittings: Part I Well-glass and bulkhead
types.

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NOTE — Test may be made at any room temperature of 20 to 50°C and the variation
below 50°C is to be corrected according to the following formula:
If the temperature in the test enclosure differs from 50°C, the value ∆ tm
measured should be converted to an ambient temperature of 50°C, in accordance
with the following formula:
∆t
m
-------------
∆T = ∆ tm + ½ ( tamb – 50 )
100
Where ∆ T = temperature-rise at 50°C (ambient), and
∆ tm = temperature-rise measured at tamb (actual ambient).

6. TESTS
6.1 Flameproof Test — All fittings shall be of a type that has been
certified as flameproof by the recognized Testing Authority ( see
IS : 2148- 1968* ) and shall comply in all respects with the terms of
certification.
7. MARKING
7.1 Each fitting shall be permanently marked, either by raised
lettering cast integrally with, or by a plate attached to, the body of the
fitting, in a manner which will not impair the flameproof enclosure, to
indicate the following particulars:
a) The name of the manufacturer, or his agent;
b) The name (or name and number) by which the type is identified
on the certificate;
c) The maximum wattage of the lamp permitted for use in the
fitting;
d) A reproduction of the registered flameproof mark, if the
manufacturer holds a licence to apply this mark; and
e) The number of the flameproof certificate, the group number or
numbers indicating the group of gases and vapours covered by
the certificate.
7.2 Each glass tube shall be marked indelibly, and in a prominent
position, with a reproduction of the registered flameproof mark; such a
mark is evidence that the glass tube complies with the requirements of
the standard and that the manufacturer holds a licence to apply the
mark.
NOTE — For particulars of the registered flameproof mark, refer to IS : 2148-1968*.
7.3 The voltage range and frequency appropriate to the fluorescent
lamp auxiliary gear shall be marked in a prominent position, either
inside or outside, in the vicinity of the terminal compartment.
*Specification for flameproof enclosures of electrical apparatus ( first revision ).
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7.4 The fittings may also be marked with the Standard Mark
NOTE — The use of the Standard Mark is governed by the provisions of the Bureau of
Indian Standards Act, 1986 and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. The
Standard Mark on products covered by an Indian Standard conveys the assurance
that they have been produced to comply with the requirements of that standard
under a well defined system of inspection, testing and quality control which is
devised and supervised by BIS and operated by the producer. Standard marked
products are also continuously checked by BIS for conformity to that standard as a
further safeguard. Details of conditions under which a licence for the use of the
Standard Mark may be granted to manufacturers or producers may be obtained from
the Bureau of Indian Standards.

APPENDIX A
( Clause 4.5.8.3 )
DURABILITY TEST
A-1. GENERAL
A-1.1 To test the durability of glass surfaces, the glasses are subjected
to a series of temperature cycles in a humid atmosphere, the
temperature being caused to vary from room temperature to 60°C
during each cycle. The tested surfaces are subsequently examined
visually and may be photographed for record purposes.
A-2. PREPARATION AND CLEANING OF THE SPECIMENS
A-2.1 The specimens may be of any convenient size (a specimen 75 mm
square, or 75 mm long in the case of tubes, is generally adequate). The
surfaces should have a bright finish.
A-2.2 It is important that the surfaces are clean and free from grease.
NOTE — When the specimen is clean it should be possible to cover the surface
uniformity with a film of water and for the film to drain off the surface without
leaving drops adhering locally.

A-3. APPARATUS
A-3.1 A covered tank, with the bottom completely covered with water;
the tank shall be so constructed that the specimen can be supported
50 mm clear above water level. Provision shall be made for heating the
water and for maintaining a temperature of 60 ± 2°C in the space
above the water. It is necessary to prevent condensed water dripping
over the test specimens.
A-4. PROCEDURE
A-4.1 The test incorporates six cycles of temperature, each of 24-hour
duration. In each cycle the condition of the chamber is controlled, to
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provide the specified temperature in the space above the water for 10
consecutive hours, followed by a cooling interval for the remainder of
the 24-hour period.
The succeeding cycle may be immediately commenced, or it may be
initiated after any convenient interval, the cycle being repeated until
six complete cycles have been performed. In either event, the
apparatus is to remain undisturbed throughout the test.
A-5. INTERPRETATION OF RESULTS
A-5.1 On removal from the tank, the specimens are examined by
reflected light. Examination of the surface is facilitated if the obverse
surface is given a background of black velvet, or is blackened with
Indian ink.

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