Gas explosion protection

Explosion-proof asynchronous motor

  • 0.12 kW - 22 kW
  • Efficiency classes IE2, IE3
  • Approved according to ATEX and HazLoc
  • Ignition protection types "Increased safety" (e), "Pressure-resistant encapsulation" (d/de), "Non-sparking design"

Safe solution for areas with explosive gas mixtures

To ensure safe operation of our solutions in environments where explosive gases may be present, NORD offers in-house produced explosion-proof motors. In various versions, they provide protection against gases of categories 2G and 3G, which may be present in Zones 1 and 2 according to the ATEX Directive. These systems use the ignition protection types “Increased safety” (e), “Pressure-resistant encapsulation” (d/de) and “Non-sparking design”.

  • Decades of NORD experience in explosion-proof motors
  • Safety levels can be precisely matched to application requirements
  • Adaptable for different categories and zones
  • Universally applicable thanks to all globally relevant approvals

Product versions

  • Foot-mounted version available
  • Wide range of frame sizes and power levels for individual adaptation to the application
  • Various options from the modular product system

Product characteristics

  • Efficiency classes IE2, IE3
  • Approved according to ATEX for ignition protection types "Increased safety" (e), "Pressure-resistant encapsulation" (d/de), "Non-sparking design"
  • Approved according to HazLoc for Class 1 Division 2 Groups A-D
  • Versatile use thanks to application-specific designs