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Connectors for use in potentially explosive atmospheres

The new Han Ex range of connectors from Harting meet all the requirements for the implementation of high-quality connectivity in applications requiring explosion protection.

15/07/2014 16:32:21

The connectors are designed to meet the intrinsic safety requirements for ignition protection class in explosion hazard areas Classes 1 and 2.

The Han Ex product portfolio offers complete connector systems consisting of housings and inserts, including housings made from an alloy that can be used in pulverised methane-coal dust atmospheres. They also offer ignition protection class 65 in the mated condition.

The housing's blue colour indicates that an intrinsically safe circuit is present. The contact inserts provide a high number of pins and meet the standards of the ignition protection class even in the tightest of spaces.

Termination is based on Harting's Han-Quick Lock technology. This allows time-saving and easy assembly without the need for special tools, and provides a reliable and vibration-proof contact for maximum safety in the most demanding applications.

Harting's crimp technology can also be selected as the termination method, allowing the connection of wires with cross-sections from 0.14 to 2.5 mm2.

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.