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IS 17030:2020 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for taps and mixers - specification. This standard specifies the material, dimensional, performance, and testing requirements for various types of taps and mixers used in water supply systems. It aims to ensure durability, water efficiency, and user safety by consolidating and updating several older individual standards into a single comprehensive document.
Specifies general requirements for taps and mixers used in plumbing installations.
BIM-relevant code. See the BIM Hub for ISO 19650, IFC, and LOD/LOIN frameworks used alongside it.
Practical Notes
! This is a harmonized standard that replaces multiple older IS codes for taps. Always check for the BIS certification mark on the product to ensure compliance.
! Pay close attention to the flow rate classification (Table 1) to select water-efficient fixtures, especially for green building projects.
! The acoustic group rating (Table 3) is important for projects where low noise is a priority, such as hospitals and premium hotels.
Covers all plumbing supply fittings, but uses different test pressures (psi) and thread standards (NPT).
AS/NZS 3718:2021Standards Australia / Standards New Zealand, Australia/New Zealand
MediumCurrent
Water supply - Tap ware
Specifies requirements for tapware with a significant focus on water efficiency labeling (WELS).
ISO 22853:2019ISO (International Organization for Standardization), International
HighCurrent
Sanitary tapware — General technical delivery conditions
Provides globally recognized technical conditions for sanitary taps, largely harmonized with EN 200.
Key Differences
≠IS 17030 specifies maximum flow rates but lacks a mandatory tiered water efficiency labeling scheme like Australia's WELS or the USA's EPA WaterSense program.
≠EN 200 provides a detailed acoustic classification system (Group I, II) for tap noise levels, whereas IS 17030 acknowledges noise as a parameter but does not specify a detailed classification method.
≠While IS 17030 specifies lead content limits in brass, North American standards like ASME A112.18.1 are stricter, mandating a ≤ 0.25% weighted average lead content for wetted surfaces to comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act.
≠IS 17030 primarily relies on BSP (British Standard Pipe) threads for connections (e.g., G 1/2), aligning with European practice, while ASME A112.18.1 specifies NPT (National Pipe Thread) standards for the North American market.
Key Similarities
≈Both IS 17030 and EN 200 mandate a hydrostatic body strength test at 1.6 MPa (16 bar), ensuring a similar level of pressure resistance.
≈The mechanical endurance (lifecycle) test for ceramic disc cartridges is identical in IS 17030 and EN 200, requiring 200,000 cycles to prove durability.
≈All major standards, including IS 17030, EN 200, and ASME A112.18.1, specify a core suite of tests covering leaktightness, mechanical endurance, flow rate, and material integrity.
≈Corrosion resistance testing for chrome-plated surfaces is highly similar, with both IS 17030 and the European standard EN 248 (referenced by EN 200) specifying a 200-hour neutral salt spray (NSS) test.
Parameter Comparison
Parameter
IS Value
International
Source
Hydrostatic Strength Test (Body)
1.6 MPa (16 bar) for 60 ± 5 s
1.6 MPa (16 bar) for 60 ± 5 s
EN 200:2008
Mechanical Endurance (Ceramic Disc)
200,000 cycles
200,000 cycles
EN 200:2008
Flow Rate Test Pressure
0.3 MPa (3 bar)
0.3 MPa (3 bar)
EN 200:2008
Max Flow Rate (Basin Mixer)
8 L/min at 0.3 MPa
≤ 1.5 gpm (approx. 5.7 L/min) at 60 psi
ASME A112.18.1 (EPA WaterSense)
Corrosion Resistance (NSS Test)
200 hours
200 hours
EN 248:2002
Burst Pressure Test (Flexible Hoses)
Not explicitly defined as a separate burst test in the main body.
5.0 MPa (50 bar)
EN 13618:2016
Acoustic Performance
To be tested, but no specific dB(A) limit or group defined.
≤ 20 dB(A) for Acoustic Group I at 0.3 MPa
EN 200:2008
⚠ Verify details from original standards before use
Key Values6
Quick Reference Values
Endurance test for single tap200,000 cycles
Endurance test for mechanical mixer70,000 cycles
Corrosion resistance for chrome plating (NSS Test)200 hours
Maximum noise level for Acoustic Group I20 dB(A) at 0.3 MPa
Minimum flow rate for low pressure basin tap0.1 L/s at 0.01 MPa