New Modular Explosion-Proof Enclosures Can Be Tailored to Suit Any Hazardous Area 

A new range of modular, explosion-proof enclosures for electrical equipment has been launched, which is not only innovatively designed, but can also be tailored to suit the exact requirements of the application, including harsh environments such as a chemicals plant.

The GHG 64 Ex-d enclosure series from COOPER Crouse-Hinds (UK), represents a leap forward in terms of enclosure design, modularity and application flexibility. Due to optimum material selection, including a high quality powder coating (>100 µm) and the use of stainless steel fixings, the GHG 64 is a compact, flameproof, copper-free aluminum enclosure with a wide temperature range from –20 deg C to + 40 deg C (-55 deg C to +55 deg C option also available).

11 different sizes of enclosure are available, from W210 x L210 x D191mm, up to W650 x L650 x D442mm. These can be installed in hazardous gas (Ex-d IIB or optional Ex-d IIB + H2) or hazardous dust areas (tD). Rated voltage is up to 690V and rated current is up to 1150A.

The GHG 64 can be interconnected using flameproof bushings, which enables large, complex customized solutions to be assembled. COOPER Crouse-Hinds can also provide a wide variety of integrated control systems and devices, such as contactors, MCBs, RCDs, PLCs, WLAN, time elements, electronic components and terminals – all housed within a space-saving, fully-assembled, fully protected Ex-d enclosure.

The customer can also choose from a variety of optional fittings, including a display window, frameworks for wall and floor mounting, a special hinged cover with up to 110-degree opening angle, as well as a selection of cable entry systems (Ex-d and Ex-e from CEAG and Capri).