HG88e ATEX compresssor
HG88e ATEX compresssor
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HG ATEX Compressors

The semi-hermetic GEA Bock compressors of the HG model series are used as the basic compressor for use inside explosion-risk environments. All ATEX compressors are approved for operation with the current hydrocarbons.

Based on the HG series compressors the ATEX classification is:

  • European explosion protection marking as per directive 94/9/EG
  • Machine group II
  • Category 2 > zone 1 + 2 for use in explosive atmosphere caused by gas
  • Category 3 > zone 2 for use in explosive atmosphere caused by gas
  • Ignition source monitoring
  • Compressor rated for temperature class T3 (max 200 deg C)

Differences to the standard compressor
Special explosion-proof design of the electric components, Connection potential compensation, Special explosion-proof terminal box, Special explosion-proof accessories available

EX-HG12P, EX-HG22e, EX-HG34e, EX-HG44e, EX-HG56e, EX-HG6, EX-HG7, EX-HG8

Current types Displacement at 50 Hz (1450 rpm) m³/h
EX-HG12P 5.4 6.7 8.0 9.4
EX-HG22e 11.1 13.7 16.5
EX-HG34e 18.8 22.1 27.3 33.1
EX-HG44e 41.3 49.2 57.7 67.0
EX-HG56e 73.8 86.6 100.4
EX-HG66e 116.5 133.8 152.2 180.0
EX-HG88e 208.2 237.9 281.3

GEA is the only manufacturer who offers semi-hermetic compressors for zone 1 and 2 ATEX- and also IECExcertified. Therefore the compressors have worldwide accepted Certificates of Conformity.