IS 2695:1993 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for drawing filing equipment - specification. This standard specifies the requirements for materials, dimensions, construction, and finish of equipment (such as flat-drawer cabinets and vertical filing cabinets) used for storing large engineering, architectural, and surveying drawings.
drawing filing equipment - Specification
| Parameter | IS Value | International | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Body Steel Thickness | 1.25 mm (min) for cabinets up to 10 drawers | Not specified. Performance-based; the unit must pass strength and stability tests. | ANSI/BIFMA X5.9-2019 |
| Drawer Durability Test | No cyclic test defined. Requires drawers to 'move smoothly and easily'. | 50,000 cycles with a 34 kg (75 lb) load. | ANSI/BIFMA X5.9-2019 |
| Stability Test | No specific test procedure defined. | Unit must not tip when any single drawer is extended and a vertical load is applied. | BS EN 14073-2:2004 |
| Internal Drawer Size (A0) | 1230 mm x 880 mm (minimum internal dimensions) | Not specified in performance standards; left to manufacturer to accommodate standard paper sizes. | General Practice |
| Locking Mechanism | Requires a 'suitable locking arrangement' for all drawers. | Lock mechanism must withstand 5,000 lock/unlock cycles. | ANSI/BIFMA X5.9-2019 |
| Finish Specification | Prescriptive: Pre-treated and painted with two coats of stoving synthetic enamel. | Performance-based: Finish must pass tests for adhesion (e.g., cross-hatch) and corrosion resistance. | BS EN 14073-2 / ISO 7170 |