TIMM EKX-4 2-Pole

Grounding control device ekx-4 (2-pole)

Specialized version for containers, ibcs and barrels

The danger ofelectrostatic charges must always be observed when loading, unloading or handling bulk solids or inflammable liquids in the petrochemical, chemica 1, pharmaceutical, as well as in the food and feed industry. For application with containers, IBCs, barrels or trays, that may be insulated from ground potential, the EKX-4 (2-pole) is the Grounding Control Device to choose.

Functional principle

EKX-4 (2-pole) ensures thatstaticelectricity issafelydischarged to the ground. ltcontinuously monitors the electrical resistance of the grounding connection including the connection points at the grounding clamp. Only ifthe connected object is detected and grounded properly, the filling release will be signa led by green LEDs and the control outputs will switch. lf there are any breaks in the grounding connection, the LEDs change to red and the filling will be interrupted immediately.

Application areas

EKX-4 (2-pole) is mounted stationary, close to the loading/unloading gantry. lt is used in gas and dust hazardous areas of zone l and 21 for objects to be grounded, that can not be detected by the standard 7-pole Grounding Control Device EKX-4 such as containers, IBCs or barrels. Further areas of application are the grounding of materials hand led with trays on conveyors in automated industrial processes.

Product benefits

  • Controlled low resistance grounding connection especially for containers, IBCs and barrels
  • Automatic diagnosis system continuously self-monitors all safety-related functions
  • Possibility to connect langer cables (up to 50 m)
  • NAMUR-compatible Ex i control output
  • Opening the housing under voltage is permissible – thanks to intelligent explosion protection (IEPC)

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