Applications
1. Petroleum, Chemical, and Natural Gas Industries
Petroleum extraction and refining: drilling platforms, oil
production plants, refineries, gas stations, and oil pumping
stations. These locations are filled with flammable and explosive
substances such as crude oil, natural gas, gasoline, diesel, and
hydrogen sulfide.
Chemical production: chemical plants, pesticide plants, fertilizer
plants, pharmaceutical plants, paint plants, and resin plants.
Large quantities of flammable and explosive chemical gases and dust
are generated during production, processing, storage, and
transportation.
Natural gas: natural gas processing plants, compressed natural gas
(CNG)/liquefied natural gas (LNG) filling stations, and gas
pipeline valve rooms.
2. Mining: Coal mines: underground tunnels, mining faces,
ventilation openings, and transfer stations. Coal mines contain
methane (gas) and coal dust, both of which are extremely potent
explosion sources.
Other mines: metal mines (such as aluminum and magnesium powders)
and sulfur mines also present combustible dust environments.
3. Military Industry and Aerospace
Production, storage, and testing sites for gunpowder, explosives,
and ammunition.
Aerospace: Fuel filling stations, aircraft hangars (where fuel
vapors may accumulate during maintenance), rocket propellant
production plants, etc.
How do I determine whether I need explosion-proof lighting?
Simply put, if a location is classified as an "explosive
atmosphere" and has been clearly divided into explosion-hazardous
zones (e.g., Zone 0, Zone 1, Zone 2; Zone 20, Zone 21, Zone 22)
according to national standards (such as China's GB3836), then all
electrical equipment within that area, including lighting, must use
explosion-proof products of the corresponding explosion-proof grade
and type.
Key keywords: flammable gases, flammable vapors, combustible dusts,
and flammable fibers. Whenever these substances may be present in
the work environment, the use of explosion-proof electrical
equipment must be prioritized to ensure the safety of life and
property.
The Importance of Using Explosion-Proof Products
1. Preventing Explosions and Ensuring Personnel Safety
Flammable and Explosive Environments Contain High Risks: Oil,
natural gas, and dust are highly susceptible to explosions when
exposed to sparks or high temperatures.
The Role of Explosion-Proof Products: Special designs (such as
flameproof enclosures and intrinsically safe circuits) prevent
internal sparks or high temperatures from igniting hazardous
gases/dust.
Reducing Casualties: Preventing worker injuries and deaths from
explosions and complying with occupational health and safety
regulations (such as OSHA and GB 3836).
2. Protecting Critical Equipment and Minimizing Economic Losses
Industrial equipment is expensive: Equipment in oil platforms,
refineries, and coal mines is valuable, and explosions can result
in losses exceeding tens of millions.
The Role of Explosion-Proof Products: Preventing equipment from
being damaged by sparks, arcs, or overheating, extending its
service life.
Reducing the Risk of Production Suspension: An explosion can shut
down a factory for months, disrupting the supply chain.
3. Complying with International Regulations and Avoiding Legal
Risks
Strict Global Regulation:
EU: The ATEX Directive (2014/34/EU) mandates the use of
explosion-proof equipment in high-risk areas. USA: NEC (National
Electrical Code) 500-506 Zone Divisions, OSHA regulated.
China: GB 3836-2010 Explosion-Proof Standards, Coal Mine Safety
Regulations (AQ Standards).
Violation Penalties: Companies that fail to use compliant
explosion-proof products may face heavy fines, production
suspensions, and even criminal prosecution.
Technical Parameters
| Type | Plug & Receptacle |
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| Ex Rate | Ex d e IIC T6 Gb |
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| Rated Current【A】 | 16 | 32 | 63 |
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| Rated Voltage | 220/380VAC |
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Degree of protection | IP66 |
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| Entries | M25*1.5 (suitable for Φ8mm-Φ17mm cable) | M40*1.5 (suitable for Φ13mm-Φ27mm cable) | M40*1.5 (suitable for Φ13mm-Φ27mm cable) |
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| The cable for plug | Φ8mm-Φ19mm | Φ12mm-Φ28mm | Φ12mm-Φ28mm |
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