The ATEX explosion protection conversions of the diesel engine for use in areas classified as Zone 1 (2G) and Zone 2 (3G) provide the electrical and mechanical protection of the diesel engine, removing the risk of spark ignition and hot surfaces.
The main consideration for protection includes:
- Temperature class T3
- Gas group IIA/IIB
- Various Ex explosion technique suitable for protection of diesel engine operation
- Cooling of the exhaust gases
- Protection of standard electrical system
- Control panel for the engine management
- Earth bonding to frame
The conversion of diesel engine is in accordance to standard EEMUA-107(A) or EN 1834-1:2001, which provide an alarm system and automatic shutdown of the engine in case of:
- Overspeeding of the engine through ingestion of flammable vapour or gases
- High temperature of the exhaust gases
- High temperature of the coolant
- Low pressure lubrication oil
Read more about: Zone 1 & 2 Explosion Protection