What is the difference between ATEX Zone 1 and 2?
Zone 1: An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is likely to occur in normal operation; Zone 2: An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is not likely to occur in normal operation and, if it occurs, will only exist for a short time.
What is the difference of Zone 1 and 2?
Zone 1 is an area that is classified ‘as a place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air or flammable substances in the form of gas, vapours and mists is likely to occur occasionally during normal operation’, whereas Zone 2 is an area that is classified ‘as a place in which an explosive …
What is ATEX Zone 1 certification?
ATEX Zones Zone 1 – a place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in form of gas, vapor or mist is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally.
What is a Zone 1?
A Zone 1 area is classified as a place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air or flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally. These are typically process areas where gases are more likely to be present.
What is ATEX Group II?
ATEX equipment group II: Equipment in this category is intended for use in areas in which explosive atmospheres caused by gases, vapours, mists or air/dust mixtures are likely to occur occasionally.
What is the Zone 2?
The definition of Zone 2 is a hazardous area classified as an atmosphere where a mixture of air and flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is not likely to occur in normal operation, but if it does occur, will persist for a short period only.
What is Zone 2 rated equipment?
Zone 2: Where ignitable concentrations are not likely to exist under normal operating conditions.
What is Group IIA and IIB?
– Group IIA—Atmospheres containing propane, or gases and vapors of equivalent hazard. – Group IIB—Atmospheres containing ethylene, or gases and vapors of equivalent hazard. – Group IIC—Atmospheres containing acetylene or hydrogen, or gases and vapors of equivalent hazard.
What is ATEX II?
Atex Zone 2 area is a place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas or vapour is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, will persist for a short period only (from 0,1hrs to 10hrs/365d).
How do I know my zone 2?
Heart rate: When you are in Zone 2 your heart rate is somewhere between 65-75% of your maximum heart rate. Using your heart rate (HR) is probably your best way to identify what zone you are in.