Type A fan construction requirements specify that all materials that are in contact with the air stream be constructed of spark resistant nonferrous material such as aluminum or brass. These fans offer the highest degree of spark resistance.Aug 23, 2017
Do exhaust fans need explosion proof?
Explosion Proof Exhaust Fan, and Explosion Proof Fans OVERVIEW: A fan or blower for a hazardous location, often called an explosion proof fan, may be required where flammable or combustible materials are in the atmosphere or being conveyed.
Are brushless fans explosion proof?
Implementing an IP68-ATEX EC fan into a design eliminates the possibility of an explosion or fire. Powered by brushless DC motors, EC fans are up to 50% more efficient than AC motors due to their inherent design that uses permanent magnets to generate a secondary magnetic field rather than copper windings.Apr 9, 2019