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ATEX Example
Fluke 707Ex is ATEX Compliant II 2 G Ex ia IIC T4
The ATEX examination mark is required on all devices for use in
European hazardous areas.
ATEX Markings
II 2 G The classification of zones. “II” designates the tool is approved for
all non-mining areas. “2” represents the category of the device, in
this case the device is rated for the second most hazardous areas.
“G” designates atmosphere, in this case gas, vapors and mist.
Ex Explosion protection based on European Ex-regulations.
ia The type of protection from explosion, in this case the energy in a
device or connector has been reduced to a safe value.
IIC Gas Group. “IIC” rating indicates compatibility with the most
dangerous gas groups.
T4 Temperature class is the maximum
temperature of a surface that
may be.
FM Example
Fluke 707Ex is FM-classified N.I. Class I, Div 2,
Groups A-D, T4
The Factory Mutual Approved mark.
Factory Mutual Markings
N.I. Non-incendive apparatus, internal energy is limited so a specified
atmosphere cannot be ignited by its use.
Class I For use with gases, vapors and liquids (not dust, fibers or filings).
Div 2 Certified for use in Zone 2, explosive atmospheres not normally
present, may rarely exist for short duration.
Groups
A-D
Rated for use with explosive gasses as defined by groups A-D,
including acetylene, hydrogen, acetylene and propane.
Making sense of the
product rating systems
Each approved intrinsically safe device is rated to ATEX,
NEC, FM or other country standards. The corresponding
rating system allows you to understand which zones, type
of protection, gas groups and temperature classes the
instrument is approved for.
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