EN 50016:1977

Electrical apparatus for potentially explosive atmospheres - Pressurized apparatus "p" EN 50016:1977

Scope

This European Standard contains the specific requirements for the construction and testing of pressurized apparatus, type of protection p, intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. This European Standard supplements European Standard EN 50 014 General Requirements, the requirements of which apply to pressurized electrical apparatus except for that which concerns 8.1. of that standard (access to uninsulated live parts). This European Standard includes the requirements for the construction of the enclosure and its associated components, including the inlet and exhaust ducts for the protective gas, and for the auxiliary control apparatus necessary to ensure that the overpressure is established and maintained safely. Note: This European Standard specifies the requirements for electrical apparatus into which no flammable gas or vapour is introduced. It does not contain requirements for pressurized rooms or for enclosures containing an internal source of flammable gas or vapour

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