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Under the ATEX regulations, hazardous areas are divided in ‘Zones’ relating to the likelihood of an explosive atmosphere existing. Apparatus is divided into Equipment groups (I for mining and II non-mining) and into Categories 1,2 and 3. The Categories provide respectively, very high, high and normal levels of protection against ignition. For non-mining applications the following table gives an overview of this: |
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An EC type examination by a notified body is required for Category 1 and 2 equipment but not for Category 3. However manufacturers may opt for examination of category 3 equipment to endorse the quality of their products. |
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Temperature Classification Temperature classification is an important part of hazardous area equipment designation and gives the maximum surface temperature that any part of the equipment can reach under operational or fault conditions, assuming an ambient temperature of 40°C. Note that products certified to T6 meet the most stringent temperature requirements. |
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