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[chemks2012]

Hello all,

 

I am in the process of ordering air and nitrogen pressure filter regulators. These regulators do not have any electrical parts [no solenoid valves etc] and will be installed in a gas Zone 2 areas [Ex II 3G IIB T4]. I read somewhere that if non-electrical parts are to be installed in a gas Zone 2 areas, there is no need of any ATEX certificate.

 

My queries:

 

1. Above statement prompts the requirement of ATEX certificate for non-electrical parts if they are used in Zone 1 or Zone 1 areas. Has anybody come across having ATEX certificate for non-electrical items to be used in Zone 1 or Zone 0 areas?
2. Also, what is it that makes non-electrical items qualified for Zone 1 or Zone 0 areas?

 

I am asking these queries as I was always under impression that ATEX certification is not required for non-electrical items.

 

Your  input would be highly appreciated.

Thanks

KS

Edited by chemks2012, 11 March 2014 - 10:05 AM.

[chemks2012]

Engineers!

 

Any input on this please?

 

Thanks,

KS