New range of robust, corrosion-resistant, Ex-fluorescent light fittings now available
16/12/2011 Cooper Crouse-Hinds GmbH
COOPER Crouse-Hinds, a leading manufacturer of explosion-protected electrical equipment, has launched a new range of high grade, corrosion-resistant, explosion-proof fluorescent light fittings, which are certified for use in hazardous gas (Zone 1) and hazardous dust (Zone 21) environments in accordance with both ATEX and IECEx standards.The new eLLS 08 series of Ex-fluorescent light fittings are protected by a seawater-resistant, stainless steel (316 Ti) housing. The new series complements the company's existing eLLK 92 range of Ex-fluorescent light fittings with polyester-reinforced glass fibre housings.
Gordon Low, Marketing Segment Manager at COOPER Crouse-Hinds UK Ltd comments: "This sophisticated addition to our portfolio of Ex-light fittings combines the latest lighting technology with an extremely robust construction that is ingress protected to IP66. Due to its rugged, stainless steel design and high resistance to aggressive chemicals and seawater, the eLLS 08 is suitable for all hazardous gas and dust environments, including onshore and offshore facilities, chemicals and petrochemicals, refineries and pharmaceuticals, as well as dusty production environments such as bakeries, sugar, wood and metal processing."
The eLLS 08 light fitting is equipped with two-channel electronic ballast (EVG 09) including EOL (End-Of-Life) safety circuit, which enables the light to be monitored at the end of its life and switched off safely.
Economical installation & maintenance
The eLLS 08 series is also easy and economical to install. The standard, single-sided through-wire design, combined with a generously large terminal box, offers a very cost effective installation. A double-sided lock with 10 or 20 latch points enables the protective bowl to be hinged on either side, allowing the installer to mount the fitting without having to pay attention to which side is the correct one, as well as simplifying servicing and maintenance.
In addition to the standard eLLS 08 series light fitting, an emergency lighting version is also available. The eLLS 08 NIB has a self-contained battery unit and intelligent microelectronics, which provide reliable safety and reduced maintenance costs over the life of the light fitting.
On a weekly basis, the eLLS 08 NIB automatically carries out a function test that lasts for 5 minutes, even during mains operation. The light fitting also conducts a partial duty-cycle test on a quarterly basis, providing additional safety and significantly reducing the number of manual tests required. The charging and discharging functions of the light fitting are continuously monitored by the microprocessor and are indicated via an LED display. Replacing the battery, even in hazardous areas, is also easy to do.
The standard eLLS 08 and NIB versions are available in 2 x 18W and 2 x 36W versions, with and without through-wiring and with various cable entries. Permissible ambient operating temperatures are from -25 deg C to +55 deg C.
For more information on COOPER Crouse-Hinds' eLLS 08 series of Ex-fluorescent light fittings, please contact the European Marketing Department on +49 6271806500 or email sales.cch.de@cooperindustries.com or visit www.coopercrouse-hinds.eu
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