VDX05EX-xxx-C3B
Explosion proof fog-detector / visibility meter
The fog-detector (visibility meter) provides automatic activation of the foghorns and lights 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; ATEX & IECEx certified
- 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)
- Low power consumption
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 [expr] 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
- 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
- Prepared for Orga’s future comprehensive remote integrity monitoring system
- Self monitoring of basic functions as a standard
