Pepperl+Fuchs offers reliable components for use in explosion hazardous areas

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When it comes to the electric equipment of for process plants with explosion hazardous areas, Pepperl+Fuchs is a well-known supplier for many years. This experience has led to a range of outstanding electrical components. They combine compact dimensions with a well thought-out design and are developed for fast and easy installation.

Manufacturers of machines and systems can also benefit from this comprehensive know-how. Especially when it comes to explosion protection, an increasing number of OEMs opt for Pepperl+Fuchs because they consider their components to be better, more reliable and easier to install.

Let‘s take the Pepperl+Fuchs components for switching and signaling: They not only offer a wide range of functions. Due to their outstandingly small form factors, they also support easy integration into any housing or machinery physical design and guarantee safe operation within explosion hazardous areas.

The latest addition to the 2017 product range is a buzzer certified for zone 1 operation. Outstanding is also a range of circuit breakers disconnect and safety switches for the safe switching of that can handle loads up to 40 A within explosion hazardous areas. Besides models with GFRP and stainless steel housing, they are also available in pressure-tight encapsulated design made of aluminum with Ex d rating.

Anything but ordinary is the comprehensive Pepperl+Fuchs range of cable harnesses glands for zone 1 operation. They offer polyamide screws glands featuring pressure impact resistance up to 7 Joule removing the need for and can be used without any additional mechanical protection. The elements used for the connection of armored cables cannot get lost and support easy installation while preventing mounting errors during assembly.

However, Pepperl+Fuchs is not merely a supplier of electrical components, but also offers fully-functional solutions. In this field, the services of the company range from engineering via and certification all the way to the assembly of ready-to-run functional units. One typical example is the realization of fully functional UPS solutions. Depending on individual requirements they can be designed with a so-called supercapacitor for the short-time supply of lower loads or with a backup battery. Even fully self-sufficient solutions in combination with solar or wind energy are possible. When it comes to installation-ready- to-run solutions, Pepperl+Fuchs engineers are known for their competence and dedication and stand out for their special expertise for solutions in explosion hazardous areas.

For more information, please visit http://www.pepperl-fuchs.com.

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