Q: The intrinsic safety spec I’m reading calls for an isolated ground. Isolated from what?

Answer: A true isolated ground is not connected to any ground that can ever carry fault current from unrelated parts of the electrical system. It is best to run it directly to grounded building structural steel, an underground metal water pipe, or a separate grounding electrode from the building electrical service as described in Article […]

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Hazardous Atmospheres: Intrinsic Safety

Reprinted from Summer 1999 Insights In the last edition of 20/20 Insights we covered the use of explosion proof construction to prevent a source of ignition from coming in contact with a room full of fuel and air. Strong enclosures with threaded or flanged covers can confine explosive forces within themselves and cool the escaping gases enough […]

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Hazardous Atmospheres: Introduction

Reprinted from Winter 1998/1999 Insights Automation dealers are continuing to gain business that was once reserved only for specialty and industrial contractors. It’s a trend that is accelerating very rapidly, and the fastest growth is in the areas of hazardous locations and the monitoring of toxic and combustible gases. Kele is committed to providing the […]

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