Dust explosion protection

Explosion protected motors

  • Power ranges: 0.12 - 22 kW
  • Efficiency classes: IE1 and IE3
  • Approved according to ATEX and HazLoc
  • Ignition protection type "Protection by enclosure" (Ex t)

Safe solution for areas with explosive dusts

Explosion protected NORD® drive solutions have been a part of the NORD product range for decades and can be supplied according to Categories 2D and 3D for Zones 21 and 22. These systems utilize the ignition protection type “Protection with housing” (tD). All of our dust explosion protected motors are approved according to ATEX and HazLoc.

Product Versions

Among others, the dust explosion protected motors are available with the following options:

  • Brake (BRE+), External fan (F)
  • Motor protection: Temperature sensor (TF), Thermostat (TW), Space heater (SH)
  • Motor connection: Motor plug connection (MS)

Product Characteristics

  • Efficiency classes IE1, IE3
  • Approved according to ATEX for ignition protection type "protection by enclosure" (Ex t)
  • Approved according to HazLoc for Class II Division 2 Groups F and G
  • Approved according to CCC Ex for mains operation
  • Versatile use thanks to application-specific designs