Safety, Protection & Standards
Flameproof / Ex d
An explosion-protection method using an enclosure strong enough to contain an internal explosion and prevent it igniting the outside atmosphere.
IN ONE SENTENCE
The enclosure's joints cool escaping gases to a safe level.
In normal English
Opening, cable entries, fasteners and maintenance practices are tightly controlled because they are part of the protection concept.
Why would I use it?
Use it for suitable hazardous-area equipment designed and certified as Ex d.
THINK OF IT LIKE…
If ignition happens inside, the enclosure contains it safely.
Related terms
ATEX, hazardous area, enclosure
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