Non - Ferrous metal sliding door bolts (Aldrops) for use with padlocks — IS 2681 (1993) Testing

IS 2681:1993 covers non-ferrous metal sliding door bolts, also known as aldrops, designed for use with padlocks. The standard specifies requirements for different product types, sizes, dimensions, tolerances, manufacture, finish, packing and marking.

The BIS product manual identifies three product types under IS 2681:1993: Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3. The applicable type and product characteristics need to be declared within the scope of BIS certification.

Dimensional verification is an important part of conformity assessment under IS 2681:1993. BIS laboratory scope includes checks for specified dimensions and tolerances, with different dimensional parameters evaluated according to the applicable product requirements.

Yes. Finish is among the requirements evaluated under the standard. BIS testing scope includes checks related to the appearance and finish of brass and aluminium sliding door bolts, including applicable anodized or plated finishes.

Yes. Marking forms part of the standard's conformity requirements. BIS product certification documentation provides testing and inspection guidance covering applicable marking provisions along with packing and other product requirements.

The BIS product manual specifies a sample size of five door bolts for the product under IS 2681:1993. Product grouping and testing arrangements are also provided in the BIS certification documentation.

Testing can include verification of types, sizes, dimensions and tolerances, workmanship, finish, appearance and other applicable requirements. BIS LIMS currently lists these parameters within laboratory testing scope for IS 2681:1993.

Yes. The standard covers non-ferrous metal sliding door bolts, and BIS testing information specifically includes requirements relating to aluminium finish and anodic coating as applicable.