EX 5000 Multi-Zone Control Unit

Manufacturer: Kidde Brand- und Explosionsschutz GmbH

Applications:

• a protection system element for explosion-protected equipment (ducts, process equipment and vessels) where flammable materials are present in explosive concentrations
• this modular multi-zone control unit performs the following control and diagnostic functions: system monitoring, distributes stored energy for actuation of explosion-protection equipment and displays the status of an explosion suppression system.

Specifications:

• signals received from pressure, spark, flame and temperature sensors are recorded, monitored and examined by the unit
• HRD suppressant containers are actuated selectively, depending on the configuration of the explosion suppression and isolation system
• monitoring and actuating lines are continuously controlled for short-circuits and earthing integrity
• emergency power supply system (battery) in case of power shortages
• remote arm/disarm capability for individual parts of the installation
• packaged into a robust enclosure; heating and air conditioning can be provided as an option,
• type of enclosure: IP 54, application area: zone 22, operating temperature: + 5 to + 40 °C