How to Match Explosion Proof Lighting Ratings to Your Area Classification
Picking explosion proof lighting sounds straightforward until you stand on site with a dusty ceiling, a hazy atmosphere, and a spec sheet that seems to list the same rating five different ways. The hard part is not finding a fixture labeled “explosion proof.” The hard part is matching the fixture’s construction and temperature limits to the exact area classification, the hazardous gas or dust present, and the way the lighting is installed and maintained. I learned that l