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What ATEX Certification Level Can Power Jacks Provide?

Hazardous areas are classified into zones based on the likelihood and duration of an explosive atmosphere being present. The zone determines the equipment category required.

The table below summarises the zones and categories for which Power Jacks can supply ATEX or UKEX certified products.

ZoneTypeCategoryDescription
Zone 1Gas / VapourCategory 2GExplosive atmosphere likely in normal operation
Zone 2Gas / VapourCategory 3GExplosive atmosphere not likely; if it occurs, it is brief
Zone 21Combustible DustCategory 2DExplosive dust cloud likely in normal operation
Zone 22Combustible DustCategory 3DExplosive dust cloud not likely; if it occurs, it is brief