Amphenol Industrial Operations has introduced a miniature explosion-proof threaded connector, specifically designed to allow a signal to pass through Zone rated areas, using coax and fiber optic cables, as well as standard copper. The new Amphe-EX connector is complimentary to Amphenol's Star-Line EX series. In addition, the rugged Amphe-EX connectors are ATEX and IECex approved for Zone 1 rated applications. 50 insert patterns are available to suit many industrial applications across a range of markets.
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New Miniature Explosion-Proof Threaded Connector
Amphenol Industrial Operations, the worldwide leader in explosion proof and hazardous environment interconnects, introduces a new miniature explosion-proof threaded connector specifically designed to allow a signal to pass through Zone rated areas, using coax, fiber optic cables, as well as standard copper. The new Amphe-EX(TM) is complimentary to Amphenol's industry-proven Star-Line EX(TM). In addition, the rugged Amphe-EX(TM) connectors are ATEX and IECex approved for Zone 1 rated applications.
Features & Benefits:
o Available in 7 shell sizes and 30+ insert patterns
o Machined aluminum dust cap for environmental protection
o All Plugs and Inline Receptacles supplied complete with EX rated cable glands
o 50 insert patterns available to suit any application
o Copper, Fiber Optic and Coax inserts available allow for greater flexibility
o RJ45 and USB connections allow use of Ethernet Class D/Cat 5e or USB cables
Product Specifications:
o Amphe-EX(TM) is flameproof compliant to EN 60070-0 and EN 60079-1
o Plugs & Inline Receptacles supplied complete with EX rated cable glands
o Machined aluminum components heat resistant to 750ºF
o Operating Temperature rated to -67º F to +225ºF
o Cenelec IP 68-8 rated through SIRA
Markets:
o Oil & Gas Exploration Equipment
o Production Platforms
o Portable Power Distribution Equipment
o Chemical & Paint Manufacturing Plants
o Pharmaceutical Companies
o Fuel Storage Facilities
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