Posted to News on 7th May 2008, 09:41
High-performance industrial solenoids are ATEX approved
New high-performance GTCE series solenoids from Magnet Schulz are designed to meet current European standards for electrical equipment used in hazardous areas, in compliance with ATEX Directive RL94/9/EC. Available in a range of body diameters from 50-140mm, the explosion-protected, single-acting solenoid is suitable for use with both AC and DC supplies.
Developed by the Magnet-Schultz Group, which has been designing and manufacturing solenoids since 1912, the GTCE linear solenoid is sealed to IP54 and is rated to EX II 2G EEx em II T4/T5. Incorporating a pull and push function and suitable for either body- or flange-mounting, the GTCE provides a stroke of up to 40mm and a holding force of up to 549N.
Magnet Schultz's industrial ATEX solenoids are designed for use as an actuator to provide mechanical movement in equipment. They are also suitable for use as a door lock when combined with an appropriate shotbolt or latch mechanism from Magnet Schultz, for securing covers, hatches or for guards on plant or for fail-safe valve closure. The high-performance solenoid can also be combined with suitable mechanisms supplied by Magnet Schultz to provide companies with ready-to-use mechanisms.
The GTCE series solenoids are suitable for a wide range of applications in industries requiring high-performance ATEX-rated solenoids. These include chemical, oil and gas plants, the paper industry, food processing, woodworking and recycling as well as designers, engineers, factory managers and maintenance staff using electrical equipment in hazardous environments.
For more information, go to www.magnetschultz.co.uk/main/explosionproof.htm.
