Practical sheet | REF: FIC1328 V1

Choosing and maintaining ATEX equipment

Author: Nicolas KIEFER

Publication date: January 10, 2025 | Lire en français

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    3. How do I choose my protection mode?

    3.1 Electrical protection modes

    In reality, as a user, you don't really have a choice of protection mode. Rather, the manufacturer determines the protection mode according to the type of equipment and the zone in which he wishes it to operate. The 2-fault intrinsic safety protection mode (symbol ia) is the only protection mode permitted for zone 0.

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    3.2 EU type examination certificate

    It is compulsory to hold EU type-examination certificates for all your equipment. This certificate, issued by...

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