Approval/Certificate/Document of Conformity
SCHEDULE
EU-TYPE EXAMINATION CERTIFICATE Sira 05ATEX1285X
Issue 5
This certificate and its schedules may only be
reproduced in its entirety and without change
CSA Group Netherlands B.V.
Utrechseweg 310,
6812 AR, Arnhem Netherlands
DQD 544.09 Rev 2018-04-20 Page 4 of 6
Sira Variation 6 - This variation introduced the following changes:
i. To modify/introduce the following changes to type KDSU & KOSU Cable Glands:
• KDSU, gland size 16, revised ‘standard’ outer seal cable range from: 9.0/13.5 to: 8.4/13.5
• KISU, gland size 16, revised ‘standard’ outer seal cable range from: 9.0/13.5 to: 8.4/13.5
• KDSU, gland size 20S, revised ‘standard’ outer seal cable range from: 12.9/16.0 to: 11.5/16.0
• KISU, gland size 20s, revised ‘standard’ outer seal cable range from: 12.9/16.0 to: 11.5/16.0
• KDSU, gland size 16H was introduced.
ii. The recognition of the ‘standard’ entry threads associated with every gland type’s gland sizes.
iii. To permit all gland types, of parallel threaded entry threads, marked suitable for ‘Exe’ only to be modified
to have a minimum thread length reased to 10 mm from 8 mm.
iv. To permit all gland types of parallel threaded entry threads to be manufactured with a longer than
‘standard’ thread length to suit the end use application.
v. To permit all gland types to be manufactured with a size larger than the ‘standard’ entry threads listed
within the product description.
vi. The brass materials of manufacture were updated and corrected.
vii. To recognise the actual seal ‘material specification’ reference as a replacement for the seal ‘material
supplier’.
viii. To recognise all gland types with the following alternate threaded entry threads complying with the
requirements of EN 50018:2000. Are intended to be used as replacement entry devices within existing
installations with equipment that have threaded entries no longer permitted by the current edition of
EN 60079-1.
• NPSM ANSI/ASME B1.20.1:1983
• BSPT BS21:1985 (ISO 7/1; BS EN 10226-1:2004 ‘standard threads’
• BSPP BS EN ISO 228-1:2003; BS EN ISO 2228-2:2003 class A full form ‘external threads’
• PG DIN 40430:1971
• ET BS 31:1940 (1979) Table ‘B’
All alternative trade size thread forms are manufactured within the dimensional parameter of the standard
entry threads of the gland entry body, and relevant constructional compliance length and engagement
requirements in accordance with their product markings
ix. Following appropriate assessment to demonstrate compliance with the latest technical knowledge,
EN 60079-0:2012, EN 60079-1:2007, EN 60079-7:2007 and EN 60079-31:2009, were replaced by
EN 60079-0:2012/A11:2013, EN 60079-1:2014, EN 60079-7:2015, and EN 60079-31:2014. The markings
were updated, and a Specific Condition of Use was modified and amended to recognise the new standard
edition. In addition the description was modified to clarify the certified cable gland types, the standard
gland size ‘entry threads’, and gland size range taking capabilities lusive of changes carried out under
this certificate variation.
14 DESCRIPTIVE DOCUMENTS
14.1 Drawings
Refer to Certificate Annexe.
14.2 Associated Sira Reports and Certificate History
Issue
Date
Report number
Comment
0
12 April 2006
R51A14293A
The release of the prime certificate.