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    CLASSIFICATIONCOMPARATOR

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    THE IEC /NECCOMPARATORWorld standards for the classification of hazardous areas are moving toward harmonization. The 1999 U.S.National Electric Code (NEC) and the 1998 Canadian Electric Code (CEC) now recognize the use of the Zonesystemfor classification of hazardous areas. Whereas it would appear these moves would bring a degree of harmonization of world standards, in fact this is just a first step toward that goal.Much has been written and published about Article 505 in the 1999 NEC. Now as a stand-alone article itbasically has created an Americanized version of the IEC/CENELEC Zone system. It uses the familiar Class/

    Division systemand fits the IEC European Zones into it while maintaining NECwiring methods and protectiontechniques. A distinction must be made between the U.S. Zone systemand the IEC/CENELEC Zone system. They are not the same. Similaryes, the sameno. The Class/Division systemfor hazardous areas is so ingrained in the U.S. electrical culture that learningand using the Zone systemwill take some time. But it will happen. There are some advantages to productsspecifically designed for use in zone designated areas. Since most of the world (except the U.S.) uses theIEC (or a local variation of it) understanding it would seemto be very important.

    To understand where we are now with zones really requires a basic understanding of how we got here. The following pages are presented as a short overview of European IEC principles, protection methods,products, terminology, comparisons to NEC and CEC standards, differences in world installation practices,and a glossary of terms. We hope it will give the reader a clearer view of the IEC approach to safety inhazardous location protection and how it compares to the NEC .

    It is generally accepted that electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres are covered by 4 majorworld standards.

    NEC Compulsory

    CEC Compulsory

    CENELEC Compulsory

    WORLD STANDARDS

    A number of admi ssible st andards ( IEC, CENELEC, NEC, ot hers)

    Copyright 2000 EGS/Appleton Electric

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    WHAT IS A ZONE?THE IEC HAS DEFINED 3 AREAS OF HAZARDOUS GAS

    OR VAPOR RELEASE AS FOLLOWS:

    ZONE 0

    ExplosiveAtmosphereIs

    ContinuouslyPresent

    Zone in which an explosivemixture of gas, vapor or mistis continuously present.

    ZONE 1 ZONE 2

    ZONE

    0

    DIVISION 1 DIVISION 2

    ZONE 1

    ExplosiveAtmosphereIs

    OftenPresent

    Zone in which an explosivemixture of gas, vapor or mistis likely to occur duringnormal operation.

    ZONE 2

    ExplosiveAtmosphereMay

    AccidentallyBe Present

    Zone in which an explosivemixture is not likely tooccur in normal operation,and if it occurs will onlyexist for a short time (leaksor maintenance).

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    234

    What is emission level of gas/vapor?(a) continuous, (b) first level emission, (released during normal operation)(c) second level emission (released during abnormal operation)

    What type of openings currently exist?(a) continuously open, (b) normally closed,

    (c) weatherproof, (d) emergency open only

    What is ventilation?(a) very good, (b) good, (c) poor

    What is level of ventilation?(a) high, (b) average, (c) weak

    COMPARING IEC ZONES AND NECDIVISIONS

    DETERMINING A ZONE REQUIRES ANSWERING 4 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

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    INSTALLATION METHODS USED THROUGHOUT THE WORLD

    Fiber dam

    Threadedconduit

    Sealingcompound

    Close upplug

    Conduitnipples orthreaded

    conduit

    Enclosure

    Enclosure

    Outersheath

    Grip nut

    Armor lockcone andearth clamp

    Body

    Grip nut

    Armor

    InnerWeatherproof

    sheath

    Weatherproof gasket

    Weatherproof gasket

    Body

    Enclosure

    HeadHalf flanges

    CONDUCTORS IN RIGID CONDUIT

    ARMORED CABLE

    NON ARMORED CABLE

    COMMENTS: Excellent protection

    against mechanical andchemical attack, and fire

    Seals as required by NEC Easy to add new conductors

    WHEREUSED:United States, Canada,parts of South America,Middle East, Far East,other NEC areas

    COMMENTS:

    Good mechanical protection,positive grounding Requires special care to install

    cable gland and insure ground

    WHEREUSED:United Kingdom,Commonwealthcountries, Spain

    COMMENTS: Economical, flexible

    and fast Subject to mechanical

    abuse.

    WHEREUSED:France, Germany, I taly,Eastern European countries,part of Africa, Middle East,Far East

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    MORE ON CABLE TYPESNON ARMORED CABLE TYPES (UNARMORED ), SINGLE SHEATH

    ARMORED CABLE TYPES COMMENTS:Has exterior neoprene jacket. Steel tapesurrounds inner jacket with conductorsfor maximumprotection. Popular in oilindustry. Commonly buried.

    COMMENTS:Economical. Use in Zone 2 and someZONE1. Uses waterproof polyamidecable gland.

    STEEL TAPE ARMOR(Without lead sheath)(STA)

    COMMENTS:Has exterior neoprene jacket. Steeltape surrounds lead sheath for maximumprotection. Popular in oil industry.Commonly buried.

    STEEL TAPE(with lead sheath)(LWA)

    COMMENTS:Conductors are wrapped in an exteriorneoprene jacket. Conductors surroundedby a metallic sheath or steel braid. Veryflexible, for instrumentation and/orshielding applications.

    STEEL WIREBraided(GSWB)

    COMMENTS:Has exterior neoprene jacket. Conicalshaped steel wires protect inner

    jacket and conductors. High strengthand durable.

    STEEL WIREArmored(SWA)

    POPULAR CABLE TYPES FOR CLASSIFIED AREAS

    must be listed for areasee NEC 501-4 for required conditionsrequires approved termination fittingsapproved for use in Canada per 1998 CEC

    1234

    North American and European electrical systems are based on different voltages, frequenciesand conductor sizes, making direct cable comparisons difficult if not impossible. Even thoughefforts are being made, at present there are no IECcable standards that are acceptedworldwide . Acceptable cables can vary country by country and project by project.

    The above chart must be used in conjunction with Article 500 of the 1999 NEC. Many cableshave restrictions which must be considered when using them.In using cables in IECZone 1 and 2 areas particular attention must be taken to insure useof the proper cable gland and termination method.

    NEC Class I, NEC Class I, IECCable Type Div.1 and Zone1 Div. 2 and Zone 2 Zone 1 and Zone 2 DescriptionGSWB No No Yes Steel wire braided

    ITC No Yes 2, 3, Instrumentation Tray CableITC-HL Yes 1, 2, 3 Yes 2, 3, Instrumentation Tray Cable Hazardous areaLWA No No Steel tape over lead sheathMC No Yes 4, No Interlocked armor metal clad

    MC-HL Yes 1, 2, 3 Yes 2, 3, No Interlocked armor Hazardous locationMI Yes Yes ? Mineral Insulated CableMV No Yes 2, 3, Mediumvoltage

    PLTC No Yes 3, Power Limited Tray CableSTA No No Yes Steel tape over inner jacketSWA No No Yes Steel (served) wire armored

    TC No Yes 3, Yes? Tray cable unarmored TECK No 4, No 4, ? Interlocked armor metal clad

    Nonarmored Cables No No Yes* Single sheath with cable gland e and IP 54*Restricted use

    1 2 3

    1 2 3 2 3

    2 32 3

    2 33

    34

    3

    4

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    CHART 1AREA CLASSIFICATIONIEC VS NEC/CEC (CLASS/DIVISION/GROUP )

    CHART 3SAFE EQUIPMENT OPERATING

    TEMPERATURE

    CHART 2IEC VS NECTEMPERATURE

    CLASSIFICATION COMPARISON

    CHARTS COMPARING IEC VS NEC/CEC

    Expl osion Danger Equi pment Safe to Use

    Note: the temperatures given in C.

    Temperatures Classificationin C IEC North America

    85 T6 T6100 T5 T5

    120 T4 T4A

    135 T4 T4

    160 T3 T3C

    165 T3 T3B

    180 T3 T3A

    200 T3 T3

    215 T2 T2D

    230 T2 T2C260 T2 T2B

    280 T2 T2A

    300 T2 T2

    450 T1 T1

    Inflammable IEC/CENELEC NEC /CECmaterial Protection Zone Group Subdivision Class Division Group

    Gases and

    vaporsAcetylene d and/or e 1 or 2 II C I 1 or 2 AHydrogen d and/or e 1 or 2 II C +H 2 I 1 or 2 B

    Propylene oxideEthyl oxide d and/or e 1 or 2 II B I 1 or 2 BButadiene

    CyclopropaneEthyl ether d and/or e 1 or 2 II B I 1 or 2 C

    EthyleneAcetoneBenzeneButane

    Propane d and/or e 1 or 2 II A I 1 or 2 DHexane

    Paint solventsNatural gas

    Spontaneous Temperature classignition of the equipment

    temperature of T6 T5 T4 T3 T2 T1

    the gases (T ) (85 ) (100 ) (135 ) (200 ) (300 ) (450 )

    85 T 100

    100

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    UNDERSTANDING IEC MARKINGS

    Ex d II c T6

    MAIN IEC PROTECTION TECHNIQUES

    FLAMEPROOFd

    INCREASED SAFETYe

    FLAMEPROOF PLUS INCREASED SAFETY de

    NON-SPARKINGn

    Explosion Prot ected Meet s IEC St andards EEx=Meet s CENELEC Standards AEx=Equipment conforms t o NEC

    Type of Protecti on d=flameproof

    Group I I=Surf ace Work Group I =Underground Work

    Gas Subdi visi on Group-c=Hydrogen

    Temperat ure Cla ss T6=Max 85C

    ZONE 1 Contain internal explosion Control external temperature of enclosure Similar to NEC explosion proof

    PRESSURIZED APPARATUSp

    INTRINSIC SAFETYia-ib

    ia ZONE 0 & 1 ib ZONE 1 Incapable of releasing enough energy to cause an explosion

    d

    e

    ZONE 1 High impact resistant enclosures FRP, GRP, sheet steel/ aluminum Will not hold static charge Use approved components Control internal and external temperature Maintain minimumof IP 54 ingress protection No arcs, no sparks

    ZONE 1 Location of arcing has d protection (flameproof) Connection terminals have e protection (increased safety) Typical use in switches, lighting, power outlets wherearcs can normally occur Control internal and external temperature

    ZONE 2 Equipment has no normally arcing parts Thermal effects incapable of ignition nA=non sparking nR=restricted breathing nC=hermetically sealed non incendive

    ZONE 1 Expels ignitable vapor/gas Maintains positive enclosure pressure

    Distinctive CENELEC mandatory marking for equipmentuseable in explosive atmospheres. Sometimes broadlyused for IEC Ex equipment.

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    CHARTS COMPARING IEC VS NEC/CEC

    CHART 4IECNECGASGROUPS

    CHART 5IEC/NECEQUIPMENT STANDARDS

    CHART 6PROTECTION TECHNIQUES RECOGNIZED BY IEC, NECAND CECProtection method Identification letters

    Flameproof dIntrinsic safety (zone 0) ia

    Intrinsic safety (zone 1) ibPressurization pIncreased safety eImmersed in oil oFilled with powder/ sand qEncapsulated mApparatus with n* protection n

    * I ncludes non-sparking (nA), restricted breathing (nR), hermetically sealed non-incendive (nC).

    Equipment IEC CENELEC NEC (UL) CEC (CSA)

    Fixed luminaires UL 844 C22.2 No. 4for general use

    Portable UL 844 C22.2 No. 4equipment UL 781 C22.2 No. 137

    Floodlights UL 844 C22.2 No. 4and lamps UL 783 C22.2 No. 137

    Luminaires with UL 844 C22.2 No. 4fluorescent lamps UL 1570 C22.2 No. 137

    Luminaires with UL 844 C22.2 No. 4incandescent lamps UL 1571 C22.2 No. 9

    60 079.0 EN 50 014 60 079.1 EN 50 018

    Power outlets 60 079.7 and/or 50 019 UL 1010 C22.2 No. 159 60 309.1 EN 60 309.1 UL 1682 N/A 60 309.2 (EN 60 309.2)

    60 079.0 EN 50 014

    60 079.1 EN 50 018 UL 508 C22.2

    Switches 60 079.7 and/or 50 019 UL 98 N/A 60 947.1 EN 60 947.1 UL 1087 C22.2 No.5.2 60 947.3 EN 60 947.3 UL 894 C22.2 No. 25& 30

    60 079.0 EN 50 014 60 079.1 EN 50 018 60 079.7 and/or 50 019 60 598.1 EN 60 598.1

    NEC/ Gas orIEC CEC vapor

    II C A Acetylene

    II C B Hydrogen

    II B C Ethylene

    II B C Ethyl ether

    II B C Cyclopropane

    II B C Butadene 1-3

    II A D Propane

    II A D Ethane

    II A D Butane

    II A D Benzene

    II A D Pentane

    II A D Heptane

    II A D Acetone

    II A D Methyl ethylII A D Methyl alcohol

    II A D Ethyl alcohol

    Permitted in division Permitted in zone Principle

    2 1 or 2 Containment1 or 2 0, 1, 2 Energy limited

    2 1 or 2 Energy limited1 or 2 1 or 2 Expels vapors

    2 1 or 2 No arcs1 or 2 1 or 2 Arc immersion

    2 1 or 2 Arc immersion2 1 or 2 Hermetic seal2 2 No sparking

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    1st Figure:

    protection against solid bodiesIP TESTS0 No protection

    Protected againstsolid bodies larger

    1 than 50mm(e.g. accidentalcontact with thehand)

    Protected againstsolid bodies larger

    2 than 12.5mm(e.g. finger of thehand)

    Protected againstsolid bodies larger

    3 than 2.5mm(tools, wires)

    Protection againstsolid bodies larger

    4 than 1mm(finetools, small wires)

    Protected against5 dust (no harmful

    deposit)

    Completely protected6 against dust

    UNDERSTANDING THE INGRESS PROTECTION SYSTEM

    IP RATINGS DO NOT INDICATE ANY DEGREE OF CORROSION RESISTANCE.

    The IEC IP classification systemdesignates the degree of protection provided by an enclosureagainst impact and/or water or dust penetration (ingress). It has two numbers; first protectionagainst solid objects, second protection against water.

    EXAMPLE: IP 54

    2nd Figure:

    protection against liquidsIP TESTS0 No protection

    Protected againstvertically-falling

    1 drops of water(condensation)

    Protected againstdrops of water

    2 falling at up to 15 fromthe vertical

    Protected againstdrops of rainwater

    3 at up to 60 fromthe vertical

    Protected against

    4projections of water fromalldirections

    Protected against5 jets of water from

    all directions

    Completely protected

    6against jets of water of similarforce to heavy seas

    Protected against7 the effects of

    immersion 1 5 c m

    m i n i

    1 m

    Conversion of NEMAEnclosure Type numbers to IEC Classification Designations( Cannot be used to convert IEC Classification Designat ions to NEMA Type numbers ) NEMAENCLOSURE TYPE NUMBER IECENCLOSURE CLASSIFICATION DESIGNATION

    1 IP102 IP113 IP54

    3R IP543S IP54

    4 AND 4X IP565 IP52

    6 AND 6P IP6712 AND 12K IP52

    13 IP54

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    TYPESOFPROTECTION

    REQUIREMENTS: Contain internal explosion Explosion cannot be transmitted outside enclosure External temperature of enclosure below ignition

    temperature of surrounding gases Similar to NEC explosion proof Cable fittings must have 5 threads engaged Internal and external ground screw

    TYPICAL IECFLAMEPROOF d EQUIPMENT

    Round junct ion box wit h

    cable gl ands

    HPS f loodlight

    32 Amp 380v recept acle Cont rol st at ion st art -st op

    TYPE:FLAMEPROOFd

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    TYPESOFPROTECTION

    REQUIREMENTS: Must use high impact resistant materials FRP, or GRP

    will not hold static charge Cannot produce arcs or sparks Has special air and line leakage and creepage distances Use IEC non-loosen connection Minimum IP 54 ingress rating Control internal and external temperature. External

    should not exceed T-6 (85 C)

    TYPICAL IECINCREASED SAFETY e EQUIPMENT

    Round junct ion box wit h cable glands

    Increased safet y fi xt ure 18, 36 or 58 wat t s

    16 amp, 24v recept acle Cont rol st at ion, st art -st op

    TYPE: INCREASEDSAFETYe

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    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS FOR e EQUIPMENT

    STRIPPING A CONNECTION The conductorsCORRECT

    TERMINAL LOCK

    SPECIAL TERMINAL BOX Number of terminals isrestricted by dissipated

    power per circuit

    INCORRECT

    Tongue i n unlocked posi t ion

    unlocked posit ion

    locked posit ion

    locki ng screw

    As screw i s tightened,

    t ongue rises creating

    permanent locking force

    upper tongue

    permanent low resistance

    contact

    conduct or

    JUNCTION BOX

    Approved cable gland

    Approved int ernal ground screw (4 )

    Weat herproof seal in cover

    Approved locking t ype terminals

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    TYPESOFPROTECTIONItems such as power outlets, switches, some lighting, etc.,cannot be protected by e mode only. I n this case d ande are combined.

    REQUIREMENTS: Area where arc can be produced is d or flameproof

    in a restricted volume enclosure Area with connection terminals is e or increased safety

    TYPICAL IECINCREASED SAFETY de OR ed EQUIPMENT

    TYPE: FLAMEPROOF PLUSINCREASEDSAFETYde

    d Flameproof construction

    d-First fl ame- proof chamber- simultaneous di sconnect of each phase

    Non loosen termi nals

    Increased safet y e t erminal box

    Cable ent ri es

    d -Second f lameproof chamber pins di sengage af t er power di sconnect ion

    Close up of e connecti on chamber wi t h required non loosen termi nals

    d

    e

    Ground terminals ( 2)

    Typical de l ighti ng fixt ure

    Typi cal ed receptacle

    de=main protect ion is d,but e i s also present

    ed=main prot ect ion i s e,but d i s also present

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    Limit switchLevel contact

    Pressure switchThermostat

    Voltfree contactPush button

    NAMURSTANDARD

    proximity detector 2,5 mm 2 max

    2,5 mm 2 max

    Relay"i"

    AB +C

    } RelaySupply( N or DC )

    2,5 mm 2max

    Alarmrelay

    contactorinstalled

    in safe area

    F on (C)E commonD off (O)

    or

    +

    H

    J

    Non IS=SAFE AREASIS=HAZARDOUSAREAS

    Outputcontact to

    DP

    TYPE:INTRINSICALLYSAFEia ZONE 0ib ZONE1

    TYPESOFPROTECTION

    REQUIREMENTS: Equipment has no normally

    arcing parts Enclosure restricts ingress

    of hazardous gases

    Thermal effects incapableof ignition nA=non sparking construction nR=restricted breathing nC=hermetically sealed, non incendive

    TYPICAL IECRESTRICTED BREATHING n EQUIPMENT

    TYPE:nRRESTRICTED BREATHING

    REQUIREMENTS: Install in safe areas

    (non IS), or in an approvedd enclosure

    Energy limiting barriers Transmits signal from

    hazardous area (IS) Prevents energy release Ensure isolation of

    circuits between ISand non IS areas

    Mercmast er II I

    Areamaster

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    MISCELLANEOUS NOTES IEC zone wiring methods prohibit use of

    twist-on (Wirenut ) connectors in Zone 1.Connections must be made to increasedsafety terminals. Twist-on connections areapproved in NEC Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas.

    NECallows choice of Class/Division or Zonemethod (with some restrictions) for new andadd-on construction. The 1998 CEC requiresZone method classification only for all newand add-on construction. Local authoritiescan make exceptions allowing the Class/Division method.

    Equipment made to NEC /UL requirementsfor Class/Division (Article 500-Class I) isautomatically suitable for use in NEC Zonesas described in Article 505. See Whereto

    Use chart below.

    Equipment made specifically using zoneprotection techniques, d, p, ia or ib ,n, o, e, m and q and to be installedper NEC Article 505, must be marked withsymbol AEx.

    Equipment made and marked as, EEx, orEx is not approved for use where NEC jurisdiction is in place.

    The primary wiring method of NEC isconduit. The primary wiring method of IECis cable. IEC cables are generally not rated as to their suitability for use in hazardousareas. However IEC cable glands (connectors)are so rated. Cable and connectors used inNECClassified areas must be approved forthe specific area where used.

    SUMMARY Comparing the t wo dif ferent syst ems for classifying hazardous locat ions is not easily accompli shed.They are both good systems and were developed independent ly of each ot her. Each has i t s own approach to area classi fication and each has i t s own advocat es and approval organizat ions. Neit her syst em has been proven t o be safer t han t he other. Generally, cost compari sons of t he two are inconclusive. Current ly t he IEC syst em has wide use throughout most of t he world ( except in t he U.S.) in t he chemical and pet rochemical indust ri es. Wit h oil act ivit y in scores of di f ferent countri es,t he IEC st andardized approach suit s t hese industri es well .

    The Class/ Division method is the dominant method used in t he U.S. and via t he NEC is meant t o serve all hazardous areas f rom oil to sewage t reat ment t o paint spray locat ions t o everyday gas st at ions. The Class/ Division met hod is very strai ghtforward, l eaves li t t le doubt as to a classif icat ion and what elect ri cal mat erial can or cannot be used. Learning t he IEC method is not as easy, but probably off ers more choices as how to handle a part icular applicat ion.

    We wish t o t hank our aff i li at e company A.T.X. of Amiens, France for t heir help i n supplying data on the IEC syst em and product s. A.T.X. is a full l ine manufacturer of qualit y product s for IEC applicat ions worldwide.Wirenut is a registered trademark of I deal Industri es Inc.

    SimplifiedWhere to Use ChartEquipment listed/marked for: Useas Noted

    NECClass I, Div. 1 OK for use in NEC Class I, Zone 1 and 2NECClass I, Div. 2 OK for use in NEC Class I, Zone 2NECClass I, Zone 1 NOT OK for use in NEC Class I, Div. 1NECClass I, Zone 2 OK for use in NEC Class I, Div. 2

    NECAEx OK for NEC Zone 0, 1, 2 as markedNECAEx NOT suitable for NEC Class I, Div. 1NECAEx OK for use in NEC Class I, Div. 2IEC Zone 1 NOT suitable for any NEC area

    IEC Zone 2 NOT suitable for any NEC areaIEC EEx or Ex NOT suitable for any NEC area

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    AEx symbol designates equipment built to NEC standards for use in NEC Zone designatedareas. Such products are not suitable for use in EEx or Ex European Zone areas.

    Cabl e Gland termused internationally to describe a variety of products used for cableterminating in IEC systems. Available for armored and unarmored cable, and

    for d and e protection methods. Cabl e Seal , Expl osion Proof a terminator for cable that when used in Class I, Div. 1 and 2areas, is filled with compound or epoxy to contain or minimize the passage of vapors/gasesthrough cable fromone location to another. Traditionally a product for NEC applications.

    CEC Canadian Electric Code CENELEC European Committee for Electrical Standardization. Group of 19 European countries and

    11 affiliated countries that have CENELEC standards based on the parellel working IEC/CENELEC. d protect ion similar to explosion proof , contains explosion, external temperature limited. de or ed prot ect ion protection combining d and e techniques. Divisions termused in US NEC to describe condition, frequency or duration where an

    explosive or flammable substance is present.

    e protect ion control of internal and external temperatures. Normally sparking componentsexcluded. EEx designation for equipment complying with CENELEC standards. Encapsulat ionm protect ion parts that could ignite an explosive atmosphere are enclosed

    in an encapsulant preventing exposure to the explosive atmosphere. Ex designation for hazardous location equipment complying to IEC standards or

    non CENELEC standards. Flameproof an IEC or European termusing containment protection. Similar to, but not

    exactly the same as US explosion proof . Hazardous Locat ion an area where potentially explosive or combustible gases, dusts or

    flyings may occur.

    Increased Safetye prot ect ion explosion protection that does not produce arcs or sparksin normal service. Design gives security against excessive temperature and occurrence of sparksand arcs.

    Int rinsic Safety a method of protection that limits the energy passing into hazardousareas utilizing safety barriers. Regardless of fault in hazardous area, energy to ignite anexplosive atmosphere cannot be released.

    Int rinsic Safetyi prot ect ion refers to an electrical systemthat uses only intrinsically safeequipment (wiring, circuits, apparatus) that is incapable of causing ignition to a surroundinghazardous atmosphere.

    IP Ingress Protection Systemused by IEC and CENELEC. Similar to but not same as US NEMAenclosure ratings. Two numbers used, first number rates protections against solid bodies ingress.second number protection against liquid ingress.

    NEC National Electric Code Rest ri cted BreathingnR prot ect ion is used extensively on lighting fixtures in IEC

    systems. Components can be tightly closed to prevent access of flammable atmosphere intointernal parts. Operating temperatures are taken externally thus allowing fixture use in areashaving low gas ignition temperatures.

    Subdivision Zone systemgrouping of various gas/vapors roughly equal to NEC Group . Zone defines conditions under which explosive gases are present in an area. Zones are similar

    to divisions, but are generally based on length of time hazardous material may be present.

    GLOSSARY

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