VDX05EX
Explosion proof fog detector / visibility meter
The fog detector (visibility meter) provides automatic activation of the foghorns at preset meteorological conditions and can be used in conjunction with the Navaid Central Control Panel (NCCP).
Key features
- Reliable visibility meter / fog detector
- Low cost of ownership
- Certified for Zone 1 areas with gas explosion hazard
- Continuous visibility metering to trigger foghorns and/or lights
- Designed to meet the harsh offshore environment (salt, water etc.)
- Robust, Electropolished stainless steel 316, light weight design, suitable for pole mounting. Mounting pole available as option.
- Easy to install with spacious, easy to open junction box for quick opening and cable connection (opening by just 4 stainless steel retaining bolts)
Electrical characteristics
- Operating voltage: see table
- Power supply connection details: max. 4 mm²; two M25x1.5 cable gland entries
- Earth connection: internal M5 and external M6
- Over-voltage protection provided
Standards/Certification
- Cenelec EN 60079-0, EN 60079-1, EN 60079-7, EN 60079-18
- KEMA 05ATEX2189; ATEX Ex ll 2G Ex db eb mb llB T5 Gb
- IEC60079-0, IEC60079-1, IEC60079-7 and IEC60079-18
- IECEx DEK 11.0104; Ex db eb mb IIB T5 Gb
- ABNT NBR IEC 60079-0, ABNT NBR IEC 60079-1 and ABNT NBR IEC 60079-7 (optional)
- Inmetro NCC 13.1771 (optional)
Performance characteristics
- Back scatter operating principle
- Laser LED long life light source, class 3R
- Range: 20 to 10,000 meter /
0.01 to 5.4 NM - Measurement time interval 60 s
- Software controlled anti-dew window heater
Physical characteristics
- Dimensions (L x W x H):
475 x 150 x 314 mm - Weight: 20 kg
- Degree of protection: IP66
- Operating temperature range:
-40° C to +55° C - Designed for pole mounting outer diameter
Ø 52 mm
System design, control and monitoring (optional)
- Prepared for Orga’s future comprehensive remote integrity monitoring system
- Self monitoring of basic functions as a standard