ELECTRICAL

PRODUCTS
FOR
HAZARDOUS
AREA

Providing Value in Products & Services Since 1977

EX-PROOF LIGHTS
EX-PROOF FITTINGS
EX-PROOF PUSH BUTTONS
EX-PROOF SWITCHES
EX-PROOF PLUGS & SOCKETS
EX-PROOF CONTROL STATIONS
EX-PROOF SIGNALING DEVICES

UNDERSTANDING
HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERES

Areas liable to explosion

Organic and metallic products which create powder and dust form can also, in certain conditions,
become an active agent of explosions. Any location where these products are made, stored,
and processed may be considered a potentially explosive atmosphere.

As defined by 2 of the ElexV, are areas in which a dangerous explosive atmosphere could
arise due to site and production-induced conditions. In order to judge the degree of protective
measures required, the areas liable to explosion are classified by the operator into zones
according to the probability of an explosive atmosphere arising.

Definitions of the zones according to

2 Para 4 of ELEXV ( 96 )
Oxygen
AREAS LIABLE TO EXPLOSION CAUSED BY FLAMMABLE GASES

EXPLOSION
Flammable
Substance

Ignition
Source

Zone 0

Zone 1

Zone 2

Areas in which a dangerous explosive

atmosphere consisting of a mixture of
air and gas, vapors or mist is present
continually, over a longer period or on a
frequent basis.

Areas in which a dangerous explosive

atmosphere consisting of gases,
vapors or mist is to be expected from
time to time.

Areas in which a dangerous explosive

atmosphere consisting of gases,
vapors or mist is not to be expected
and where it does arise then in all
probability only rarely and for a short
period of time.

3 elements required to produce an explosion

AREAS LIABLE TO EXPLOSION CAUSED BY FLAMMABLE DUST

Presence of Oxygen
Flammable Substance mixed with air
Gas
- Methane, Acetylene
Liquid - Petrol, Solvent
Solid
- Sulfur, Wood dust, Sugar dust, grains dust
An Ignition source, a spark or a rise in temperature

1
2

Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) -

Minimum temperature at which an inflammable

liquid emits sufficient vapors to reach the LEL
Minimum concentration above which the mixture could ignite.

Upper Explosive Limit (UEL) -

Maximum concentration under which the mixture could ignite.

Flash Point

Zone 20

Zone 21

Zone 22

Sectors in which a dangerous

explosive atmosphere consisting of
a mixture of dust and air exists and
is present continually, over a longer
period or on a frequent basis.

Sectors in which a dangerous

explosive atmosphere consisting
of a mixture of dust and air is to be
expected from time to time.

Sectors in which a dangerous

explosive atmosphere caused by
clouds of dust is not to be expected
and where it does actually arise then in
all probability only rarely and for a short
period of time.

Device groups, categories

and EPL protection level
DEVICE CLASSIFICATION ACCORDING TO GROUPS, CATEGORIES AND EPL
Device group

Group I

Device category

Example characteristics of flammable gases / vapors

GAS / VAPOR

BOILING
TEMPERATURE

SELF-IGNITION
TEMPERATURE

FLASH POINT

EPL protection
level Ma
LEL-UEL
(% OF THE MIXTURE
WITH AIR)

Benzene

80 C

-11 C

498 C

1.3 - 7.9%

Ammonia - 33C

-33 C

gaz

650 C

15 - 28%

Methane - 162C

-162 C

gaz

535 C

5 - 15%

Butane

2 C

gaz

287 C

1.8 - 8.4%

Pentone

36 C

< -40 C

260 C

1.5 - 7.8%

Octane

126 C

13 C

260 C

1 - 6.5%

Example characteristics of flammable dusts

DUSTS

SIZE OF PARTICLE

SELF-IGNITION
TEMPERATURE

MINIMAL
CONCENTRATION (9/3)

Acetylsalicylic acid

400

550 C

60

Ascorbic acid

39

490 C

60

Paracetamol

120

--

30

Extract of rosemary
Powder of Valerian

30
78

380 C
--

30
100

Zone

Group II

Category M

Category 1

Category 2

Category 3

M1

M2

1G

1D

2G

2D

3G

3D

Ma

Mb

Ga

Da

Gb

Db

Gc

Dc

Continuous
use

Switch-off in
Ex atmosphere

0, 1, 2
(Gas)

20, 21, 22
(Dust)

1, 2
(Gas)

21, 22
(Dust)

2
(Gas)

22
(Dust)

Explosion groups for gases, vapors and dusts

AREA

EXPLOSION GROUP

FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES

Mining

Pit gas (Methane), coal dust

IIA

Acetone, Petrol, Methanol,

Propane, Toluene

relatively low

IIB

Ethylene, City Gas

high

IIC

Hydrogen, Acetylene, Carbon

Sulphide

very high
relatively low

Gas

Dust

FLAMMABILITY

IIIA

Flammable Lint

IIIB

Non-Conductive Dusts

high

IIIC

Conductive Dusts

very high

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OUTDOOR FLOODLIGHTING
PLUGS & SOCKETS

Areamaster LED / Flood / High Bay

For 127W nom. 120-277V
Class I, Div. 2 hazardous locations

Areamaster 250 / 400

For 70W, 100W, 150W, 250W or 400W HPS

175W, 250W, or 400W MH lamps
For general, marine & Class I
Div. 2 hazardous locations

Mercmaster

50 to 400W HPS
100 to 400W MH
100 to 400W PS

EEX Mobile Socket

ENCLOSED & GASKETED LIGHTING

EEX Wall Socket

Stylmaster

Used with portable or stationery electrical equipment

(lighting systems, conveyors, heaters, motor generators,
air conditioning equipment, compressors and pumps)
For use and installation in corrosive atmospheres
Zone 1 & 2 - 21 & 22
II 2 GD
ATEX / IECEx
IP66 - IK09/10

EEX Plug

CONTROL STATIONS

For 60-200W medium base & 200-300W

Mogul base incandescent lamps
Class I, Div. 2 hazardous locations

Local control stations and motor control stations

For use in hazardous areas
Push buttons and selector switches are used in

EXPLOSION-PROOF LIGHTING

Code-Master 2

For 50W, 70W, 100W, 150W, 250W, or 400W HPS

175W, 250W, or 400W MH lamps
Class I, Div. 2 hazardous locations
Class II Div. 1 & 2, & Class III locations

A-51

For 60W-200W medium base & 200-300W

Mogul base incandescent lamps
Class I, Div. 2 hazardous locations
Class II Div. 1 & 2, & Class III locations

Emergency Stop-Start
Push Button

2-Button
Control Station

conjunction with contactors or magnetic starters

for remote control of motors in hazardous locations
Pilot lights provide visual assurance
Zone 1 & 2 - 21 & 22

II 2 GD
ATEX / IECEx
IP66 - IK10

TANK INSPECTION LIGHTS - FLAME PROOF

Optimize productivity of hazardous locations with highly engineered electrical products
Designed

Junction Box

FM7 Unilets

Cast Bodies & Boxes

Circuit Breakers
& Enclosures

Unions, Couplings,
Seals & Flexibles

Factory Sealed Switches,

Pilot & Control Stations

50W 230V HALOGEN 50/60HZ

to illuminate the internals of boilers,

tanks, bunkers, silos, mixers, separators, pipelines
and other vessels or reactors that are normally closed
For installation in chemical and petrochemical plants,
refineries and other process industries
Zone 1 & 2 - 21 & 22

II 2 GD
ATEX / IEC
IP65 or IP66

Germany

GERMANY

Over more than a century SCHUCH has been considered

a specialist for solving problems with particular reference
to environmental conditions. This point particularly relates
to explosion-protected light fittings. Results coming from
SCHUCHs own research-and-development work serve
for continuously providing the market with new impulses.
SCHUCH has significantly influenced the development of
the explosion-protected light fittings for fluorescent tubes
which are on the market nowadays as well as of the relevant
standards.

WERMA complies with the requirements for installing

explosion-protected electrical components governed in the
ATEX Directive (94/9/EC). Specific construction regulations
are observed to prevent an electrical component from
becoming an ignition source. With various ignition protection
types, WERMA guarantees safe operation even in the event
of a malfunction.

EXPLOSION-PROOF LIGHTING

Features
Glass fiber reinforced polyester resin housing
Hingeable clear polycarbonate with internal prismatic cover
Central Locking System

EXPLOSION-PROOF SIGNALING DEVICE

Applications
Standard illumination for zones 2 and 22
Provides emergency illumination in combination with
light power supply units

Series e840
For 2 x T26 / 18W or 2
Explosion Category:

Ex Flashing Beacon

Ex Signal Horn

x T26 / 36W

For Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22

For indoor and outdoor
Flexible mounting possibilities
Suitable for use in areas liable to
explosion caused by both gas or dust
Catalog No.
: 761.000.55
Dimension (WxHxD) : 148 x 360 x 152mm
Housing
: PC / ABS Blend
Weight
: 1,300g
IP Protection
: 65
Min & Max Temp. : -40C / +50C
Sound Output
: 105dB

For Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22

Catalog No.
: 720.101.55
Dimension (WxHxD) : 110 x 285 x 129mm
Housing
: PC / ABS Blend
Weight
: 2,000g
IP Protection
: 67
Min & Max Temp. : -40C / +40C
Flash Energy
: 15 Ws

II 2 G Ex deq IIC T4 (Zone 1)

II 2 D Ex t IIIC T80C (Zone 21)
IP66 / 64

Ex Multi-tone Sounder

Series nD162
For 2 x 36W
Explosion Category:

For Zone 0, 1 and 2

26 tones for a diverse range of applications
For use with a zener barrier
Adjustable sound output
Catalog No.
: 714.000.55
Dimension (WxHxD) : 93, H 103mm
Housing
: PC / ABS Blend
Weight
: 300g
IP Protection
: 65
Min & Max Temp. : -20C / +55C
Sound Output
: 103dB

Ex Rotating Mirror Beacon

For Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22

High light intensity
Flexible mounting possibilities
Salt water resistant
Catalog No.
: 782.120.55
Dimension (WxHxD) : 209, H 315mm
Housing
: PC / ABS Blend
Weight
: 4,400g
IP Protection
: 65
Min & Max Temp. : -20C / +50C

II 3 G Ex nA nC IIC T3/T4 Gc (Zone 2)

II 3 G Ex t IIIC T80-T100C Dc (Zone 22)
IP65

Ex Signal Tower

Ex Signal Tower

The Schuch Quality Advantage

Sturdy design and high chemical resistance for application in rough industrial conditions
Reliable, fail-safe and long-life (ex-proof ECG)
Easy and fast mounting / maintenance with an incorporated safety central locking system
Wide range of applications
Excellent light distribution and glare (optimized prismatic diffuser)

For Zone1, 2, 21 and 22

Flame-proof enclosure
Catalog No.
: 740.231.00
Dimension (WxHxD) : 154 x 431 x 201mm
Housing
: Aluminium, glass
Weight
: 6,300g
IP Protection
: 68
Min & Max Temp. : -20C / +50C

For Zone 1 and 2

Zener barrier not required
Catalog No.
: 741.130.55
Dimension (WxHxD) : 76 x 262 x 75mm
Housing
: PC / ABS Blend
Weight
: 710g
IP Protection
: 65
Min & Max Temp. : -20C / +50C

IEC

EXAMPLES OF ZONE
CLASSIFICATION SITUATIONS

EXAMPLES OF CLASS 1:
DIVISION 1 & 2 SITUATIONS

ZONE 0

Class 1 : Division 1

ZONE 1

Class 1 : Divison 2

ZONE 2

Non-Classified

NEC

Non-hazardous Zone

Example 1

1. All manual ventilation

2. Zone 0 area
3. Zone 1 area
4. Non hazardous area

CONDITIONS
Open air mixing tank
No mechanical ventilation
Products stored in work area

Example 2

1. Hood over tank

2. Zone 0 area
3. Zone 1 area
4. Zone 2 area
5. Non hazardous area
6. Mechanical ventilation
7. Stored products separated from work area

Example 3

1. Tank closed
2. Mechanical ventilation
3. Zone 0
4. Zone 2
5. Non hazardous area

ELECTRICAL & INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CORP.

CONDITIONS
Operations control outside zone

Example 1

1. Class 1, Division 1 hazard exists during

normal operation conditions
2. Area classified based on properties of
vapors present
3. Electrical equipment must use approved
Div. 1 NEC protection techniques and
wiring methods

CONDITIONS
Open air mixing tank
Products stored in work area

Example 2

1. Division 2 area can exist where vapors are

normally in closed system or containers
2. Division 1 and 2 areas separated
by barrier or space (transition zone)
3. Stored products outside Div. 1 work area
4. Non hazardous area

CONDITIONS
Hazardous areas properly documented
Div. 2 must use approved NEC wiring
method and products

Example 3

1. Closed tank and piping confines Div. 1

2. Yellow area qualifies as Div. 2
3. Stored products not present
4. Purged / pressurized control room qualifies as non hazardous is
sealed off from Div. 2 area
5. Electrical equipment in Div. 2 must use approved Div. 2 protection
techniques and products

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