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Explosion Protection (Ex) Certification Requirements for Australia

In Australia, Ex Equipment needs to satisfy 4.4 of AS/NZS 60079.14:2017. The same requirements apply to associated equipment, such as zener barriers or galvanic isolators for intrinsic safety. The only exception is for simple apparatus in an intrinsically safe circuit—meaning simple switches or resistive elements supplied by a certified intrinsically safe isolator or barrier.  The… Continue reading Explosion Protection (Ex) Certification Requirements for Australia

Recent Updates to AS/NZS Standards for Explosion Protection

In late June 2022, the new editions of AS/NZS 60079, Standards for Explosive atmospheres were published, along with a new supplement to AS/NZS 60079.10.1.  Part 10.1: Classification of areas – Explosive gas atmospheres  This AS/NZS 60079.14:2022: Design selection, erection and initial inspection, revision of the HA design and installation standard is a readoption of IEC… Continue reading Recent Updates to AS/NZS Standards for Explosion Protection