Gas explosion protection

Explosion-Protected Asynchronous Motor

0.12 kW - 17.5 kW
Efficiency Classes: IE2, IE3
ATEX and HazLoc approved
Ignition Protection Types: "Increased safety" (e), "Pressure-resistant encapsulation" (d/de), "Non-sparking design"

Safe Solution for Areas with Explosive Gas Mixtures

To ensure safe operation of our solutions in environments where explosive gases may be present, NORD offers in-house manufactured explosion-protected motors. Available in various versions, they provide protection against gases of categories 2G and 3G, which may be present in Zones 1 and 2 according to the ATEX Directive. These systems use the ignition protection types “Increased safety” (e), “Pressure-resistant encapsulation” (d/de) and “Non-sparking design”.

Decades of NORD expertise in explosion-protected motors
Security levels can be precisely matched to application requirements
Adaptable to different categories and zones
Globally approved for universal use

Product Versions

Foot-mounted version available
Wide range of sizes and performance levels for application-specific adaptation
Wide range of options from the modular system

Product Characteristics

Efficiency classes IE2, IE3
ATEX-approved for ignition protection types "Increased safety" (e), "Pressure resistant encapsulation" (d/de), "Non-sparking design"
HazLoc-approved for Class 1 Division 2 Groups A-D
Versatile applications with custom designs

NORDCON

With the NORDCON Windows app and the NORDCON mobile app, NORD provides the right tool for commissioning and drive optimization. Both enable easy access to electronic drive systems, simple parameter management and comprehensive diagnosis.

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Construction and Engineering

With over 20,000,000 different product configurations from NORD's modular system, we can work to accommodate almost every customer application. However, too much choice can result in an information overload. Whether online or in person, NORD will work with you from start to finish to find the best possible drive solution for you.

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Spare Parts and Spare Parts Management

Fast delivery of spare parts
Failures and technical problems cost time and money. That's why NORD offers 24/7/365 emergency breakdown services for spare parts, replacement drives, and technical support. NORD experts will work with you to get your machines back up and running as quickly as possible.

Spare Parts

National Regulations

Electric drives in industrial applications consume up to 70% of the total energy required. For many companies, this offers great potential for optimization. NORD DRIVESYSTEMS provides information on all common global efficiency regulations and standards.

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Further product information

Explosion-Protected Drive Solutions

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS is a certified manufacturer of explosion-protected drives with decades of proven expertise. Our drives for zones 1, 2, 21, and 22 are trusted across a wide range of industries where safety and reliability are critical. NORD delivers certified drives, motors, inverters, and complete drive systems designed to meet stringent explosion-protection requirements.

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