We offer Pepperl+Fuchs Bebco EPS Purge and Pressurization enclosure products that provide for a safe and economical approach to installing electrical equipment in hazardous locations. The different types of purge and Pressurization are based on the Division rating of a hazardous location and the electrical ratings of the protected equipment. By creating a safe area inside a standard enclosure cabinet, general-purpose equipment can be used in hazardous (classified) areas. Type X purge systems reduce the classification within the enclosure from Division 1 to non-hazardous. Type Y purge systems reduce the classification inside the protected cabinet from Division 1 to Division 2, however all protected equipment must be rated for Division 2. Type Z purge systems reduce the classification within the cabinet from Division 2 to non-classified.

With Bebco EPS Purging/ Pressurization components and accessories:

• General-purpose equipment can be installed in the protected enclosure and used safely in the hazardous area.
• Flammable gas collected inside the enclosure is removed and the accumulation of gases or ignitable dust within the pressurized enclosure is prevented.
• One of the best benefits of purging / pressurization is use of the standard Type 4/12 enclosure as the protected enclosure. This saves money, weight and space over explosion proof methods.

Pepperl+Fuchs Bebco offers a full range of purge and pressurization equipment to meet the needs of your application. The Pepperl+Fuchs Systems and Solutions group can also design custom enclosure solutions to meet your specifications. Contact us at Ex Industries for direct sales options and for your purge system questions.