Watlow® Achieves IECEx Certification on Its Tubular Flange Heater
Watlow®, an industry leader in the design and manufacture of complete thermal systems, announced that its tubular flange heater product received the IECEx e certification indicating increased safety protection. A partial list of the available features now includes capability for Ex e IIC: T1-6 Gb, up to +80°C (176°F), enclosure / anti-condensation heaters and IP66. Contact Watlow for a complete review of available IEC features and certifications.
The principles of the increased safety protection concept are: no sparking contacts; no semiconductor devices (the failure mode is not possible to ascertain); no hot surface above temperature class; high integrity electrical connections; increased creepage (distance over insulation surface) between live parts and to earth potential; increased clearance distance (through air) between live parts and to earth potential; and high quality materials that have a rated continuous operating temperature of at least 20°C greater than that achieved under rated voltage and at maximum ambient conditions. Achieving the additional IECEx e certification provides Watlow customers a guarantee that the products they are buying are safe.
Agency certifications, such as the Ex e increased safety protection, are important achievements because certification marks are our customers assurance that our products meet rigorous standards for safety and reliability, said Bob Moore, director of product management.
Watlows flange heaters are designed for heating liquids and gases in tanks, pressure vessels, vaporizers and similar for applications from 40 to 4,000 kilowatts. They are made with WATROD or FIREBAR tubular elements brazed or welded to a flange.
Typical applications include a variety of thermal processes in the oil, gas and power generation industries. Whenever an indirect or direct heat exchanger is needed, contact Watlow to solve your application needs.
About Watlow
Watlow designs and manufactures industrial heaters, temperature sensors, controllers and supporting software as well as assemblies – all of the components of a thermal system. The company partners with its customers to optimize thermal performance, decrease design time and improve efficiency of their products and applications.
Watlow brings its experience to numerous industries, including semiconductor processing, environmental chambers, energy processes, diesel emissions, medical and foodservice equipment.
Since 1922, Watlow has grown in product capability, market experience and global reach. The company holds more than 200 patents and employs 2,000 employees working in nine manufacturing facilities and three technology centers in the United States, Mexico, Europe and Asia. Watlow also has sales offices in 15 countries around the world. The company continues to grow, while the commitment remains the same to provide its customers with superior products and services for their individual needs.
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