Flameproof (Ex d)

Flame proof Ex d is an explosion protection concept applied to the installation to ensure components that can ignite an explosive atmosphere are housed in an enclosure that in the event of an explosion of an explosive mixture inside withstands the pressure and prevents transmission of the explosion to the atmosphere surrounding the enclosure. The enclosure is strong enough to withstand internal explosion. It allows Internal ignition source like sparks & hot spots(limited).

Additional information

Applicable Industry / Area

Oil refineries
Onshore
Offshore
Pharmaceuticals
Painting
Chemical & Petrochemical
Water Treatment
Heat tracing
HVAC
Aeronautical
Fuel Dispensing stations
Marine
Paper
Textile
Fragrance

Application Examples

Instrumentation JB
Loop in Loop out JB
Lighting JB
Motor Connection JB
Interconnection JB
Terminal JB

Standards / Norms

IEC / EN 60079-0
IEC / EN 60079-1
IEC / EN 60079-31

Body / Cover

Marine grade Copper Free Aluminum Light Alloy
Stainless Steel 316L
Cast Iron
Cast steel

Screws: Stainless Steel

Hazardous area of Installation

Zone 1 / Zone 2 (Gas)
Zone 21 / Zone 22 (Dust)
Temperature Rating: T3….T6
Gas Group: IIB+H2
Protection Degree: IP66, Conforming IEC 60529
Ambient Temperature: -60°C ÷ +80°C

Certificates

ATEX(Europe)
IECEx(Global)
ECASEx(UAE)
NEC 505(North America)
NEC 500(North America)
TR CU(EAC)
INMETRO(BRAZIL)
RINA(MARINE)
PESO(INDIA)
KC(KOREAN)

Cover Fixing

Hinges:
Available on Longer/Shorter sides
(Not applicable for threaded covers)

Type of Protection

Ex d IIC
Ex d IIB+H2
Ex d IIB