Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. What Are Explosion Proof Flood Lights?
3. Key Features of Explosion Proof Flood Lights
4. Technical Specifications
5. Applications of Explosion Proof Flood Lights
6. Feice Company Solutions
7. References

Introduction

Explosion proof flood lights are essential lighting solutions designed for environments with high risk of explosion due to flammable gases, vapors, or dust. These specially designed lights ensure safety and reliability in hazardous locations by preventing the ignition of surrounding explosive atmospheres. Understanding the functionality and benefits of explosion proof flood lights is crucial for industries operating in such environments.

What Are Explosion Proof Flood Lights?

Explosion proof flood lights are constructed to withstand and contain potential internal explosions within the fixture, thereby preventing the explosion from escaping and igniting the surrounding environment. They are used in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, and grain storage where explosive atmospheres due to flammable substances are prevalent.

Key Features of Explosion Proof Flood Lights

• Durability: Built with robust materials like aluminum or stainless steel.
• Sealed Construction: Equipped with hermetic seals to block the entry of dust and moisture.
• Temperature Rating: Designed to operate safely within specific temperature ranges.
• Ingress Protection (IP): Often rated IP66 or higher, indicating resistance to water and dust.
• IECEx and ATEX Certifications: Compliance with international safety standards for explosive environments.

Technical Specifications

Explosion proof flood lights typically have specific technical parameters that ensure their functionality in hazardous environments:

• Luminous Efficacy: Typically ranges from 100 to 150 lumens per watt.
• Power Consumption: Available in various wattages from 50W to 300W or more.
• Color Temperature: Options from 3000K (warm white) to 6500K (cool daylight).
• Voltage Compatibility: Compatible with 100-277V AC and sometimes up to 480V AC for industrial applications.
• Operating Temperature Range: Often -40°C to +55°C (or wider ranges).

Applications of Explosion Proof Flood Lights

These lights are suitable for a variety of hazardous locations, including:

• Oil refineries and petrochemical plants.
• Mining sites and related operations.
• Facilities with combustible dust, such as grain silos and sugar refineries.
• Paint shops and other manufacturing environments with flammable materials.

Feice Company Solutions

Feice offers a range of explosion proof flood lights tailored to address the needs of hazardous environments. Their products are characterized by:

• Innovative Design: Ensuring maximum safety and performance.
• High Efficiency: Products with luminous efficacy up to 140 lumens per watt.
• Comprehensive Certifications: ATEX, IECEx, and other regional approvals.
• Custom Solutions: Tailored designs to meet specific application needs.

References

1. International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). IEC 60079-0: Explosive atmospheres – Equipment.
2. ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU of the European Parliament on the equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
3. Feice Explosion-proof Electric Co., Ltd. Product Catalogue and Specifications.