Quick Start Guide
1.4
Special conditions for safe use from ATEX IECEx
certificate
The dimensions of the flameproof joints differ from the relevant minimum
or maximum values required by Table 2 of IEC/EN 60079-1: 2007 for IIB + H
as detailed in
Table 1-3: Flamepaths
Flamepath
description
Cylindrical section of
spigot (both ends of
Ex d compartment)
1.2-in. (30 mm)
diameter window
fitted against
enclosure
1.6-in. (39.5 mm)
diameter window
fitted against
enclosure
•
Gaps, "i
not be modified to be any shorter than the values in
•
Connections to the intrinsically safe (I.S.) port on the side of the detector
enclosure should be made using equipment that maintains the
intrinsically safe levels of protection.
•
The Um should be installed in accordance with one of the following:
—
The Um is 18 to 32 Vdc in a SELV/PELV system.
—
Via a safety isolating transformer, complying with the requirements
of IEC 61588-2-6 or technically equivalent standard.
—
Directly connected to apparatus, complying with IEC 60950, IEC
61010-1, or technically equivalent standard.
—
Fed directly from cells or batteries.
•
If the product is to be used as a safety related device, an appropriate
independent certification, would be required meeting all the
requirements.
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Table
1-3.
Type of joint
Cylindrical
Flanged
Flanged
", should not be modified to be any larger, and widths, "L", should
c
Minimum width "L"
in inches
(millimeters)
0.59 (15)
0.42 (10.7)
0.39 (10)
April 2021
Maximum gap "i
" in
c
inches (millimeters)
0.003 (0.08)
0.001 (0.02)
0.001 (0.02)
Table
1-3.
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