COMPACT EX 2

Technical Data

For applications in EX zones 2 (gases) and 22 (non-conductive combustible dust), the type 4 COMPACT Safety Light Curtain is now available in the COMPACT EX2 design variant, with impact-resistant interlocking front plates, likewise for selected heights of protective field and answering to protective class “n” (non-sparking).

This means that it fulfils the requirements of the ATEX Directive 94/9/EX, Appendix X, which has been binding since 07/03.

Safety Light Curtain / Multiple Light Beam Safety Device
COMPACT EX 2
Protected height 150 - 1800 mm
Resolution (object sensitivity) 14 mm, 30 mm, 50 mm, 90 mm
Range 6 m or 18 m with C30xx, C50xx, C90xx
Reaction time 7 - 39 ms (see COMPACT operation instructions)
Transmitter wavelenght 950 nm
Connection M12 plug connector
Housing continous-cast Al
Cover plate PMMA dark grey
Protection class IP 65
Ambient temperature (operation) 0 - 55 C°
Ground 55 mm x 52 mm
Device group / category Device group II category 3
Areas of application Zone 2 (gases) as defined by 50021
Zone 22 (dust) as defined by EN 50281-1-1
Temperature class T4
permissible ignition temperature T>135C°
Type of protection nA non-sparking
Protection class following on impact test * min. IP54
* In accordance with EN 50281, after impact testing the equipment must at least conform to protection class IP 54. This means that the COMPACT EX2 can be used in zone 22 areas, even without any additional mechanical protection.