Explosion-proof
REGMIK explosion-proof temperature sensors are designed for temperature measurement in potentially explosive zones where flammable gases, vapors, dust, or explosive mixtures are present. The special design of the sensors ensures safe operation under conditions with heightened industrial safety and reliability requirements.
Explosion-Proof Temperature Sensors
Explosion-proof temperature sensors are used for monitoring the temperature of liquids, gases, steam, bulk materials, and equipment surfaces in facilities with increased explosion hazard. These sensors are specifically designed to operate in environments where conventional electrical equipment can become a source of ignition.
The design of the sensors eliminates the possibility of sparks or dangerous heating, allowing their use in the oil and gas, chemical, energy, and other industries.
Applications of Explosion-Proof Temperature Sensors
Main tasks:
- temperature control of technological processes;
- pipeline temperature monitoring;
- tank temperature control;
- measurement of gases and liquids temperature;
- equipment temperature monitoring;
- protection of technological units from overheating;
- automation of production processes;
- data transmission to ACS TP (automated process control systems);
- operation in explosive hazardous zones.
Features of Explosion-Proof Design
Explosion-proof temperature sensors comply with requirements for operation in facilities with risk of explosive atmospheres. Depending on design, various types of explosion protection may be used, including Ex d, Ex e, Ex i, and Ex t.
Main advantages:
- safe operation in explosive hazardous zones;
- high reliability of construction;
- hermetic design;
- resistance to aggressive environments;
- measurement stability;
- long service life;
- compatibility with automation systems.
Types of Sensitive Elements
Explosion-proof sensors can be manufactured based on different temperature sensors:
- Pt100;
- Pt500;
- Pt1000;
- Type K thermocouples (TXA);
- Type J thermocouples;
- thermocouples of other types.
The choice of sensor depends on the temperature range, operating conditions, and accuracy requirements.
Where They Are Used
Explosion-proof temperature sensors are widely used at industrial facilities with high safety requirements.
Main application areas:
- oil and gas industry;
- gas distribution stations;
- oil depots;
- chemical plants;
- oil refineries;
- pharmaceutical production;
- energy sector;
- paint and varnish production;
- mining industry;
- elevators and grain storages;
- explosive hazardous production zones.
Variants of Design
Depending on installation conditions, sensors can be manufactured in various structural designs:
- immersible;
- threaded;
- flanged;
- with mounting sleeve;
- cable type;
- with explosion-proof head;
- with 4–20 mA converter;
- with RS-485 interface.
This allows selecting a solution for practically any technological process.
How to Choose an Explosion-Proof Temperature Sensor
When selecting, it is necessary to consider:
- explosion hazard zone class;
- type of explosion protection;
- temperature range;
- type of sensitive element;
- length of the installation part;
- material of protective fittings;
- operating pressure;
- connection type;
- need for a unified output signal;
- environmental conditions.
For correct selection, it is important to consider project requirements and characteristics of the explosive environment.
Benefits of Use
Main advantages of explosion-proof temperature sensors:
- compliance with industrial safety requirements;
- reliable operation in difficult conditions;
- high measurement accuracy;
- resistance to vibration and mechanical loads;
- ability to operate in aggressive environments;
- integration into modern automation systems;
- long service life;
- wide range of structural designs.
Buy REGMIK Explosion-Proof Temperature Sensors
The REGMIK catalog features explosion-proof temperature sensors for measuring temperature in potentially hazardous production environments. Versions are available based on resistance thermometers and thermocouples for use in the oil and gas, chemical, energy, and other industries.
Our specialists will help select a sensor according to explosion protection class, temperature range, and operating conditions.