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Safety classification

ATEX zones at a glance

The zone determines which certification your equipment needs

High riskLow risk
Gas
0

High risk, long periods

Explosive gas atmosphere, usually close to the source

1

Medium risk, occasional

For example due to a leak or malfunction

2

Low risk, short periods

For example during a one-off malfunction

Dust
20

High risk, long periods

Explosive dust cloud, for example in silos or tanks

21

Medium risk, occasional

For example while transferring dust

22

Low risk, short periods

For example with accumulated dust

Classification according to EN IEC 60079-10-1 (gas) and 60079-10-2 (dust)

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