RAIL COACH FACTORY KAPURTHALA

MD35131 DA TE: 04.03.2020

Sub: Issue of specification no. MDTS 219 Rev-03.

Please find enclosed a copy of specification no. MOTS 219 Rev-03 for information
and necessary action at your end.

Specification no. MDTS 219 Rev.03 Dated: 02.03.2020

SCHEDULE OF TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SEATS FOR CHAIR CAR

CQM, CPLE, CWE (FUR), CMM, CMT, DY.CPLE-11

SSE I LIB. DESIGN

v'§sE I RECORD (With original specification)

SSE I DESIGN I RCF I TKJ

Copy for kind information to:

DY.CME/DI, DY.CME/02

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NAME DESIGNATION SIGNATURE DATE LEVEL

Dharmendra Kumar SSE/Design 6 'l---} 0:; 1 )() Prepared

Ravi Ranjan ADE/Fur oil�¥> Reviewed i

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Issue/Rev Detail of Changes Date

1. Clause nos. 2, 3.1, 5.7.1, 5.10.1,
5.10.2, 5.10.3, 5.11, 5.12.1, 5.13.2,
5.14.3, 5.16.1.1, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 8, 12.1
Rev-03
Updated I Modified
2. Clause nos, 5.3.5, 5.3.6, 5.5.3, 5.7.3,
5.7.4, 5.12.3, 5·.14.4 Added

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1. Preamble:

This specification covers the general & technical requirements for supply and testing of
seats along with accessories for Chair Car coaches.

2. General arrangement & mounting:

The general arrangement and mounting of the seats shall be as per following general
arrangement drawings:

S.No. Coach Type General Arrangement Drg. No.

1 AC Chair Car 2 10113.0.25.100.001
2 Executive AC Chair Car 2 10112.0.25.100.001
3 Double Decker AC Chair car LD61110 (120 Seater without dining area)
LD61136 (104 Seater with dining area)
4 Non AC Chair Car LJ61104 (102 Seater with Pantry)
LJ61002 (108 Seater without Pantry) --

(Latest alteration/revision of above drawings should be referred)

3. Dimensional requirements:
3.1 The seat dimensions for various type coaches shall be as per following tabulated RCF
drawings.

S.No. Type Dimension Requirements

1 AC Chair Car MI004 722 , MI004 723
2 Executive AC Chair Car MI004724
3 Double Decker AC Chair car LD61107, LD61108, LD61109, LD61135

Folding table assembly (Item-I) and Knob

(item-3) to drawing no. LD61128
4 Non AC Chair Car LJ61104, LJ61002 v

(Latest alteration/revision of above drawings should be referred)

3.2 Additional requirements of the folding seat for conductor should have overall dimension
of the 375x375 mm. A spring loaded mechanism should ensure to keep the folding seat in
closed vertical position while not in useand shall come in the horizontal positions only
when forced down for sitting. The folding seat should not produce rattling noise while
coach is in motion. The weight of the folding seat shall not be more than 10 kgs.

3.3 Firm should submit drawings of seat assembly, bottle holder, snack table, footrest I foot
protection frame, armrest, holding latch etc. indicating mounting arrangements,
manufacturing details and overall dimensions to CDE/RCF for approval before bulk
supply.

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4. Service Conditions:

The mechanical strength of the seat has to meet the requirements of UIC 566. According
to this, the design and fastening of the seat is to be made such that the mounted seat can
withstand static loads as per para- IO of this specification. The equipment shall be sturdy
and suitable for the following service conditions normally to be met in service.

4.1 . Ambient Environmental conditions:

Relative humidity Up to 100% during rainy season

Altitude Max. 1200 mtrs. above sea level
Ambient
-50° C to 55° C
temperature

4.2 Working conditions:

Train speed 160 Kmph Max.

Vibration and shocks:

Max. Acceleration (vertical) 3.0 g

Max. Acceleration (Lateral) 2.0 g
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Max. Acceleration (Longitudinal) 5.0 g

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Frequency and Amplitude:

Sinusoidal form of vibration, the frequency (f) lies between 1 HZ and 50 HZ and their
amplitude (a), expressed in mm, is given as function fby the equation:

a = 25/f for the values of ( f between 1 HZ and l HZ )

a = 250 f2 for the values of ( f between 1 HZ and 1 HZ )

5. Functional and Technical Requirements:

5.1 Seat manufacture should display very good styling in design of chairs to have aesthetics of
international standards. Seat & backrest contours and other components like armrests,
snack table etc. shall be designed on the basis of following anthropometric data of Indian
population. The average of North India and South India data against 95 percentile is to be
taken as reference.

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Measurement tablefor the region 'North India'

Percentile (Men) Percentile (Women)
Measurement 5 50 95 5 so 95 Min. Max.
Body height 1580 1670 1770 1450 1540 1630 1450 1770

Sitting height 820 870 920 770 820 870 770 920
Eye level of a sitting person 710 750 800 650 690 730 650 800
Reach (fingertips) 760 800 850 700 740 780 700 850

Width of the shoulders (bideltoid) 360 380 430 320 340 370 320 430
Width of the shoulders (acromion) 350 370 390 285 310 340 285 390
Width of the hip(ofa standing person) 280 295 320 285 310 340 280 340

Knee height 500 530 560 460 490 515 460 580
Length of the lower leg with foot 390 415 440 360 380 410 360 440
Distance between elbow and grip axle 310 340 370 280 310 340 280 370

Length buttocks-knee 550 580 620 500 530 570 500 620
Length of the legs with buttocks 940 1000 1060 880 940 1000 880 1060
Sitting width 280 300 340 290 315 360 280 340

Hand length 180 190 200 150 160 170 150 200
Hand width 80 85 90 70 75 80 70 90
( Foot length 230 250 270 205 220 235 205 270
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Head circumference 515 550 580 495 525 555 495 580
Head length (depth) 180 190 200 170 180 190 170 200
Head width 135 145 155 125 135 145 125 155

Measurement table for the region 'South India'

Percentile (Men) Percentile (Women)
Measurement 5 so 95 5 50 95 Min. Max.
Body height 1530 1620 1720 1390 1500 1600 1390 1720

Sitting height 770 820 880 740 800 850 740 880
Eye level of a sitting person 660 700 740 620 670 720 620 740
Reach (fingertips) 730 780 840 670 720 770 670 840

Width of the shoulders (bideltoid) 370 400 440 330 360 390 330 440
Width of the shoulders (acromion) 355 375 395 310 330 350 310 395
Width of the hip(of a standing person) 270 285 300 280 300 320 270 320

Knee height 470 510 550 440 470 505 440 550
Length of the lower leg with foot 380 405 430 345 375 400 345 430
Distance between elbow and grip axle 300 325 350 275 300 325 275 350

Length buttocks-knee 530 560 600 480 515 550 480 600
Length of the legs with buttocks 920 980 1030 850 920 980 850 1030
Sitting width 275 290 320 280 310 350 275 350

Hand length 180 190 200 145 155 165 145 200
Hand width 75 85 90 65 70 75 65 90
Foot length 225 245 265 200 215 230 200 265

Head circumference 530 550 580 475 510 540 475 580
Head length (depth) 170 180 195 165 175 185 165 195
Head width 135 145 150 120 130 140 120 150

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5.2 Contours of the moulded cushions should be ergonomically perfect to provide adequate
comfort even in any reclined position and generally as per the dimensions indicated in the
respective drawings.

5.3 Frames:

5.3.1 The frame of seats should be made of stainless steel Grade-AISI 202 or 14 grade of M/s
Jindal Steel (as per chemical composition as tabulated in table -1) or equivalent offered in
the tender & approved by CDE/RCF ..
Table -1
Chemical Composition (%) SSfor J4 grade of Mis Jindal Steel
c s p Si Mn Cr Ni Cu
0.1 0.01 0.08 0.75 8.5-10.0 15.0- 1.00- 1.5-2.0
(Max.) (Max.) (Max.) (Max.) 16.0 2.00

,_ 5.3.2 Frames of seat and back rest should be sturdy enough to withstand normal misuse by
Railway passengers.
5.3.3 The frame should have a good finish at weld joints. There should be no sharp edges.
5.3.4 Structural supports should be suitably concealed.
5.3.5 Material of frame may be upgraded to suitable Aluminium Alloy provided the material
properties like UTS, YS, EL% and Hardness values are close to or superior than stainless
steel Grade-AISI 202 or 14 grade of Mis Jindal Steel with prior approval of CDE/RCF.
5.3.6 Welding of the frame to be done by MIG process and the material of electrode should
match with the material of frame.

5.4 Mounting arrangements :

5 .4 .1 Mounting of seats should have easy access for tightening of fasteners.

5.4.2 The concept of mounting the seats on the floor and side wall shall be identical for similar
seats to ensure inter-changeability.
5.4.3 Mounting holes should be drilled with the help of template/jig to ensure consistency of
manufacture.
5.4.4 On side wall mounting bracket, three mounting holes should be provided vertically, one
above and one below of the mean dimension for adjustment of level of the seat. Mounting
brackets should be designed in a manner to conceal the mounting bolts.

5.5 Seats

5.5.1 The seats dimensions shall confirm to the respective RCF drawings.
5.5.2 Chairs shall have all provisions of accessories such as bottle holder, snack table, holding
latch, arm rest, magazine bag & leg protecting frame/foot rest etc. as mentioned in the
relevant drawings.
5.5.3 Stainless steel sheet of thickness lrnm with suitable supports of Grade-AlSI 202 or J4
grade (chemical composition as tabulated in Clause 5.3) of M/s Jindal Steel or equivalent
offered in the tender & approved by CDE/RCF to be used as a support/base for cushion in
seat & backrest. Alternatively, 6 mm. thick compreg for seat cushion an 4 mm. thick.
compreg for backrest cushion to RDSO/Spec. C-9407 to be used.
5.5.4 The seats shall have no sharp edges or comers anywhere.

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5.6 Back Rest:

5.6.1 The rear side of the backrest shall be covered with Vinyl Coated Upholstery Fabric
(Artificial Leather) to RDSO specification no. RDS0/2008/CG-07. Vinyl coated fabric
for backrest, if procured, from ROSO approved sources; same shall be acceptable on basis
of WTC from OEM. In case, the vinyl coated fabric is procured from other sources, same
shall be got tested for conformance to RDSO specification.
5.6.2 Backrest of chairs shall be easily dismountable.

5. 7 Head Rest:

5.7.1 Adjustable ergonomically designed head rest shall be provided on backrest of the
executive chair car for the comfort of neck portion.
5.7.2 Total vertical movement of the headrest should be min. 50 mm.
5.7.3 Height of head rest bottom from top of seat should be 500 ±10 mm when headrest is in
lower most position and backrest is in non-reclined position.
5.7.4 Movement of headrest should be smooth in straight vertical position and there should not
be any tilting movement.

5.8 Fasteners:

5.8.1 All fasteners and metal parts shall be suitably concealed.

5.8.2 Only stainless steel cross recessed (star Philips head) screws shall be used. Stainless steel
hex. Socket head screws (Allen head) with spring washer shall be used at load bearing
locations.
5.8.3 All bearing points shall be provided with bushes made out of suitable nylon grade having
self lubricating properties.

5.9 Snack Table:

5.9.1 Design of snack table shall generally confirm to RCF drawing no. LD61130. Size of
snack table should be sufficient to facilitate the placement of snack tray provided in the
Shatabdi Coaches.
5.9.2 Over all rim height (at edges) of snack table should be 10-15 mm.
5.9.3 Stainless steel pipe of Grade-AISI 202 or J-4 grade of Mis Jindal steel (Chemical
composition as per Table-I) of size 0 21 ±0.5 mm & 2 mm thick shall be used for snack
table supporting frame.
5.9.4 Snack table shall be made up of aluminium die casting and shall be powder coated.
5.9.5 Snack table shall have a smooth dirt resistant top surface with a depression to place
tumbler. It shall be easily cleanable. The snack table should be sturdy.
5.9.6 Mounting bracket of snack table should not project above its surface at all, while in open
position. Movement of snack table should be smooth without any noise. It should not
· open up automatically even after disengaging the holding latch, rather it should open up
with slight effort.
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5.10 Cushioning Material:

5.10.1 Cushion for seat and back rest shall be directly moulded from Polyurethane foam to
MMDTS 19020 or Silicon foam to RDSO spec. no. RDS0/2013/CG-13 or as specified in
P.O.
5.10.2 Moulded cushion shall have integral PU/Silicon skin.
5.10.3 A sample of P.U./Silicon foam of size 570x570x50(thick) shall be submitted along with
prototype seat to RCF for approval before start of the bulk manufacture of chairs.

5.11 Fire Barrier:

Fibre-glass woven cloth as per MMDTS 19021 or alternate approved by CDE/RCF shall
be provided all around PU foam (if PU foam is used as cushioning material) including
between upholstery and cushion as fire protection measure.

5.12 Upholstery:
(� 5.12.1 AC Chair car

Fire retardant upholstery having properties as per Table-2 shall be used. Colour and
pattern of upholstery should match with "Aunde Jacquard Moquette 'Ampurias' quality &
design name 'Circuite Verde" of Mis Aunde, Spain. A sample of upholstery shall be got
approved from RCF for colour shade and pattern before submission of pilot sample.
Supplier shall submit WTC from OEM for conformance to properties indicated in Table-2
for reference to inspection agency. Inspection agency may carry out the tests under Table -
2 for which tests facilities are readily available.

Table-2

S.N. Property Specified value Spec. Referred

1 Composition: Overall: 58% WO, 10% PA, -
27% CO, 5% PES,
2% PAC backing
2 Width 157±2 Cm. EN 1773
3 Weight: Overall: 825 g/m' ± 5% ISO 3801-1977/ EN 12127
Backing: 25 g/m2
4 Thickness: 4.4 mm± 0.5 mm. ISO 5084
5 Strength: Warp >400N ISO 13934-1
(Breaking load) Weft >600N
6 Seam strength: Warp >40 Kg. ASTM 01683
Weft >50 kg.
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7 Abrasion resistance: >60000 Rubs ASTM 04966/ ISO 12943
8 Fire resistance Comply Annexure 6 & 7 ECE RI 18, Rev - 02
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9 Colour Fastness: Light: 6 ISO 105 802 ·1

Dry cleaning: ISO 150-C06

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Change in shade 4/5
Staining 4/5

Rubbing resistance to ISO 105 002

Percbloroethylene:
Change in shade 4/5

Resistance to acid Perspiration: ISO 105 E04

Change in shade 4/5
Staining 4/5

Resistance to alkali ISO 105 E04

Perspiration:
Change in shade 4/5
Staining 4/5
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-- Resistance to Dry Rubbing:

Change in shade 4/5
ISO 105 X12 I

Staining 4/5 I

Resistance to Wet Rubbing: ISO 105 X12

Change in shade 4/5
Staining 4/5

5.12.2 Non AC Chair Car

5.12.2.1 For Non AC coach Vinyl Coated Upholstery Fabric (Artificial Leather) to RDSO
specification no. RDS0/2008/CG-07 shall be used for covering of seats and back rest.
5.12.2.2 Vinyl coated upholstery fabric is to be procured from RDSO approved sources only.
Manufacturer's name shall be duly embossed at the rear side of the artificial leather at
regular intervals.
5.12.2.3 A sample of artificial leather shall be approved from CDE/RCF for colour shade,
texture and finish before bulk manufacture of chairs. Supplier should also submit WTC
from the OEM as per RDSO specification along with supply.

5.12.3 Upholstery Stitching

5.12.3.1 Sewing thread to IS:4229-1992, Gr. 6.6, VAR.L2 to be used for stitching of upholstery.
5.12.3.2 Thread should be dyed & bonded and the colour of thread should match with the
colour of upholstery, the pitch of the stitch shall be 2 to 3 mm.
5.12.3.3 Stitching at comers to be done by using cotton thread of Dia. 3mm to IS:1720-1978 as
shown in the view below.

(STITCHING DETAIL AT CORNERS)

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5.13 Reclining mechanism:

Reclining mechanism should cater for continuous movement or with stops at any
desirable position within the overall sliding dimensions as shown in the respective
RCF drawings. The backrest of the chair shall have reclining arrangement as tabulated
in Table-3 below:
Table-3

S.No. Type of coach Reclining angle .

1 AC Chair Car 19° to 37°
2 Executive AC Chair Car 20° to 40°
3 Double Decker AC Chair car 10° to 21 ° i
4 Non AC Chair Car I 9° to 37°

5.13.2 The mechanism for reclining shall be sturdy enough to meet the operating requirements in
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a railway coach and shall be a gas spring based device. Gas spring of Mis Stabilus,
Germany, (Model:- BLOC-0-LIFT) to spec. No. KN 00000.0002, Rev.-3, dated
29.05.1996 or Mis Samhongsa, Korea, (Model:- Lock Type- SG5050L05005) to spec. No.
SHS-110231, dated 03.01.2010 or equivalent having test parameters matching with any of
the specifications mentioned above and the same to be approved in advance before supply
of pilot sample by CDE/RCF, is to be used. The supplier shall submit the details of gas
spring used i.e. the OEM, Part number and data sheet, along with supply.

5.14 Armrests:

5.14.l Bracket/arm of the armrest shall be made up of aluminium die casting.

5.14.2 Armrest top shall have integral PU skin with minimum PU thickness of 5mm in self
pigmented colour matching with colour scheme.
5.14.3 All armrests except on the aisle side of seats shall be foldable. Foldable armrests should
flush with back rests when folded up. Aisle side arm rest bracket should be integral part
of side cover.
5.14.4 Finish & Texture of the top of the PU pad to be got approved by CDE/RCF at the time of
pilot sample approval

5.15 Bottle Holder

5.15.1 A suitable bottle holder for one litre standard mineral water bottle having 270 mm height
& 85 mm diameter shall be provided for each seat at an appropriate location (on the arm
of the snack table). Shortest dimension (height of side) of bottle holder should be
minimum of 160 mm.
5.15.2 Stainless steel wire of thickness 6 mm of Grade-AISI 202 or J 4 grade (chemical
composition as tabulated in clause-5.3) of Mis Jindal Steel or equivalent offered in the
tender & approved by CDE/RCF to be used for manufacture of bottle holder.

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5.16 Foot rest/ Leg protecting frame

Each seat is to be provided with foot rest/leg protection frame. All seats except for double
decker coaches shall be provided with adjustable foot rest. The seats for double decker
coaches shall be provided with leg protection frame.

5.16.1 Foot rest:

5.16.1.1 Footrest should be infinitesimally adjustable at any position (Pilot sample to be

approved in advance before supply by CDE/RCF) or should be fixed type at 150 mm
from the floor level.

5.16.1.2 Movement of foot pedals should be smooth and its movement in any position should
be possible with foot.
5.16.1.3 Foot rest stem, footrest paddles with end cap should be made up of aluminium die
casting and should be powder coated in colour matching with the colour scheme.
5.16.1.4 Footrest stem should be rigid and should not deflect side-ways with the load of foot.
Foot rest should withstand the vertical load of 100 kgs. without showing any
deformation.
5 .16.1.5 Hinge rod of foot pedal to be guided with self lubricated insert casted sintered bush.
End cap should be press fit and should not work out easily.

5.16.2 Leg protecting frame:

Leg protection frame for double decker coaches shall be made up of stainless steel pipes
of Grade-AISI 202 or.J4grade (chemical composition as tabulated Table- I) of M/s Jindal
Steel or equivalent offered in the tender & approved by CDE/RCF to be provided. This
frame shall be powder coated in colour matching with the colour scheme.

5.17 Holding Latch

5.17.1 Snack table holding latch shall generally confirm to RCF drawing no. LD61134 and shall
be made up of good quality, high strength plastic having elegant finish.
5.17.2 Snack table holding latch should have smooth movement without play with table. It
should be pivoted at the centre.
5.17.3 It should have pad arrangement for resting of the snack table in folded position to
eliminate the pressure & impression of the snack table on the backrest.

5.18 Magazine bag:

5.18.1 Magazine bag to drg. no. MI005145 should be fixed on the back rest rigidly.
5.18.2 The mounting location should leave sufficient space at the top for keeping of the
magazines easily. It should have 3 to 5 mm. gap from the surface of back rest.

5.19 Aisle side cover:

On the aisle side, a powder coated aluminium die cast cover should be p vided below
arm rest for concealing and aesthetic purpose.
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5.20 Edge Protection:

A powder coated 2.5 mm. thick aluminium angle moulding to be provided on the
backside edge of back rest up to the shoulder height on aisle side for protection against
regular wear.

5.21 No disturbing noises or vibration shall be emitted by the seat or any component in service.

5.22 Hard wood or wood based materials not to be used anywhere in manufacturing of the
chair.

6. Color Scheme:

6.1 Colour Scheme for the seats of AC Chair Car:

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( S.N. Component Colour Shade/pattern -

1. Frame, mounting legs, side cover/frame Powder coating (Thickness-50 to 80
of the arm rest, snack table holding Microns and Gloss-80 to 90 at 600) to
frame, bottle holder, foot rest & leg colour shade RAL9006
protecting frame
2. Snack Table Powder coating (Thickness-50 to 80
Microns and Gloss-80 to 90 at 600) to
colour shade RAL OS 170 60 IO
3. Arm rest top (hard PU skin) Black
4. Stoppers (catch) for snack table and back Black
rest reclining lever knob
5. Upholstery for seats & backrests Aunde Jacquard Moquette 'Ampurias'
quality & design name 'Circuite Verde" of
Mis Aunde, Spain
6. Vinyi coated upholstery fabric RAL DS 170 60 10
for back of the Backrest .
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6.2 Colour Scheme for the seats of Non-AC Chair Car:
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S.N. Component Colour Shade/pattern
1 Frame, mounting legs, side cover/frame Powder coating (Thickness-50 to 80
of the arm rest, snack table holding Microns and Gloss-80 to 90 at 600) to
frame, bottle holder, foot rest & leg colour shade RAL9006
protecting frame
2 Snack Table Powder coating (Thickness-50 to 80
Microns and Gloss-80 to 90 at 600) to
colour shade RAL OS 170 60 IO
3 Arm rest top (hard PU skin) Black
4 Stoppers (catch) for snack table and back Black 1
seat releasing lever knob
5 Upholstery for seats & backrest ALNAC-03

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6.3 Colour scheme for prototype sample to be got approved iri advance from CDE/RCF
before submission of the prototype for approval along with drawings by the supplier.
6.4 RCF reserves the right to change colour shade considering the aesthetics of seats in coach
during prototype approval.

7. Weight:

Weight of seats shall be approx. as given below:

For double decker coaches-

Single seater module 21 Kgs. ± 2 Kgs.
2-seater module 42 Kgs. ± 2 Kgs.
3-seater module 63 Kgs. ± 2 Kgs.

For Executive AC chair coaches-

2-seater module 62 Kgs. ± 2 Kgs. .

For AC chair car coaches-

2-seater module 44 Kgs. ± 2 Kgs ..
3-seater module 66 Kgs. ± 2 Kgs.

For Non AC Chair car coaches-

2-seater module 42 Kgs. ± 2 Kgs.
3-seater module 63 Kgs. ± 2 Kgs.

8. Warranty:

The supplier shall give warranty for the complete seat including individual parts against
failing or proving unsatisfactory in service due to defective design, material or
workmanship within 84 months from the date of supply or 72 months from the date of
commissioning of coach, whichever is earlier and shall replace the same at his own cost
and risk. Name of manufacturer with month & year of manufacture along with
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visible to passengers, ordinarily.

9. Documents to be submitted by supplier for prototype approval

The following documentation for the assembly of the seats is to prepared by the supplier
for submission along with the prototype assembly.

1. A set of documents consisting of drawings and part lists. It should also consist of the
drgs. of subassemblies of frame, seat, backrest, cushion, snack table, snack table latch,
arm rest, gas spring, foot rest/leg protecting frame and bottle holder with mounting
arrangement with material & manufacturing details.
2. Clearly organised instructions for mounting and adjusting the seats, changing the seat
and other parts.
3. Maintenance and repair instructions.
4. WTC from OEM for all parts procured from sub-vendors.
5. Test certificates of all the tests mentioned in this spec. from a reputed test laborato
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10. Testing of prototype & regular production assemblies

The supplier shall supply one prototype of seat along with the documents indicated above
for approval before commencing bulk supply. General dimensions of the seat shall be as
per Para2 & 3 of this specification. The prototype and drawings shall be examined from
all view points and supplier shall incorporate changes suggested by RCF on the basis of
this review in the prototype and drawings. The bulk manufacture shall be undertaken only
after the approval of prototype and drawings.

Testing of the scat shall be done in the same condition as fixed in the coaches. The
following static load test shall be applied to prototype samples:

i) 150 kgf vertical load to be applied per person to the seat cushion by using press board
of hard board of circular area 615 sq. cm in the location of sitting area.

ii) 50 kgf of horizontal load to be applied to the frame at the top aisle side comer of back
rest of seat sets.

iii) 50 kgf of horizontal load to be applied at the centre of back rest by using press board
of hard board of circular area 615 sq. cm normal to the surface.

iv) 75 kgf vertical load applied in the centre of the snack table.

v) 75 kgf vertically load shall be applied on each arm rest near the outer most edge of
arm rest. 75kgf horizontal load shall be applied on the outer arm directing inside the
seat.

The above tests shall not give rise lo any deformation in any component. The requirement of
prototype is applicable for first supply of a supplier for approval of proto type. However.
RCF shall have the right to repeat prototype approval process in subsequent order also. In
this regard RCF decision shall be final.

11. Upgradation of design

Supplier may offer alternate design of seats for all the above or any of the above clauses
with a view to upgrade the design. Clause-wise justification shall be given by the supplier
in such case. Seats having lower weight shall be preferred. Specification details may be
deviated from those specified above, if sufficient technical justification is available.
However, RCF's decision on all such matters shall be final.

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12. Drawings/Spec. to be referred in this specification:

12.1 Drawing/Spec. attached with this specification:

S.No. Drg. No./ Spec. No. Description Remarks

1. 2 10113.0.25.100.001 Seat Arrangement and Mounting 1. Drawings are to
2. 2 10112.0.25.100.001 Seat l-Class Arrangement and be supplied with
Mounting their component
3. LD61 l 10 Location of Seating Arrgt. in 2nd drgs. & latest
Class LHB Double Decker Chair alterations.
Car 120 Seater without dining area
i
LD61136 Location of Seating Arrgt. in 2nd 2. Specifications are I

Class LHB Double Decker Chair to be supplied

Car I 04 Seater with dining area with latest
version.
4. LJ61104 Seating Arrgt. for EOG Non-AC
/ Chair Car (I 02 Seater)
''.....-' LJ61002 Seating Arrgt. for EOG Non-AC
Chair Car (108 Seater)
5. MI004722 2-Place Seats for 2nd Class AC
Chair Car
6. MI004723 3-Place Seats for 2nd Class AC
Chair Car
7. MI004724 Seats for Executive Class AC
Chair Car
8. MI005145 Magazine Bag
9. RDSO/Spec. C-9407 Spec. for wood based impregnated
compressed laminates
10. RDS0/2008/CG-07 S.T.R. for vinyl coated upholstery
fabric (artificial leather)
11. MMDTS 19020 S.T.R. for flexible load bearing
polyurethane foam cushions
�- -.
I
'
- .
12.

13.
RDS0/2013/CG- l 3

MMDTS 19021
S.T.R. for Silicon foam as a
cushioning material
S.T.R. for Fire barrier cloth

12.2 Other Specs. referred in this specification:

S.No. S ec. No. S.No. S ec. No.
I. EN 1773 8. UIC 566
2. . ISO 3801-1977/ EN12127 9. RAL9006
3. ISO 5084 10. RAL7016
4. ISO 13934-1 11. RAL DS 170 60 10
5. ISO 105 12. RAL DS 000 15 00
6. ASTM 01683 13. ALNAC-03.
7. ASTM 04966/ ISO 12943 14. DIRECTIVE. 95/28/EC OF THE
EUROPEAN PA IAMENT