rh measurements in ATEX zone 1

HygroFlex5-EX

intrinsically safe, two-channel, interchangeable stainless steel probes

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The new HygroFlex5-EX series is a two-channel transmitter for the measurement of humidity and temperature in explosive atmospheres.

The HF5-EX series has an aluminium transmitter with an optional display. Probes are certified for operation in Zone 0/20. The transmitter itself is certified for Zone 1/21. The electrical isolation permits the measuring system to be operated without an intrinsically safe power supply.

Features 
• Measurement of relative humidity and temperature, optional output of dew point and other calculated parameters
• Safe operation in areas with explosion risk
• Intrinsically safe electrical construction
• No intrinsically safe power supply required
• Interchangeable stainless steel probes
• Robust aluminium housing

For further information about humidity measurement and hygrometry issues, please visit our Masterclass section.

GENERAL

Measurement

Humidity and temperature

Number of probes

1

Sensor

Compatible with all HC2...EX probes

Measurement range

0 to 100 %RH; -40 to 85 °C

Start-up time

Standard cold <60 s / warm <30 s

Accuracy at 23 °C ±5 K

0.8 %RH; 0.1 K

Measurement interval

20 to 240 s

Calculated parameters

All psychrometric parameters available

Max. cable length

2/5/10 metres

Display

Optional, LCD without backlight

Firmware upgrade

With internet and HW4 software

Service interface

UART internal service interface (only to be used outside the explosive zone

Certification

CE / EMC compatibility

EMC Directive 2004/108/EC

ATEX directives

EU94/9/EC (ATEX)

EX identification

EXII 2(1) G Ex eb mb [ia Ga] IIC T5 Gb

EXII 2(1) D Ex tb [ia Ga] IIIC T80°C Db

FDA / GMP compatibility

FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and GAMP compatible

Housing material /protection

Aluminium (DIN EN 1706 EN AC-AlSi 12 (Fe))/IP66

IP rating

IP66

Probe material

Stainless steel

Environmental

Application temperature housing/electronics

-40 to 60 °C without display

-10 to 60 °C with display

MECHANICAL

Dimensions (wall mount & duct mount)

160 x 100 x 61 mm

Weight

Wall mounted version: 1030 g

Duct mounted version: 1140 g

ELECTRICAL AND UTILITIES

Configuration

 

Electrical connections

Connections: Ex-e terminals (0.2 to 2.5 mm2 )

Cable gland: 16 x 1.5 (Ø cable 4.5 to 7 mm)

Power supply

10 to 28 VDC

Current consumption

2x24 mA start up / 2x20 mA operation

Analogue output options

Number

2

Current

4 to 20 mA, two-wire

Accuracy at 23 °C

< 20 µA

Galvanic isolation

Yes

Maximum load

500 Ohms

Accessories

 

Filters

Steel sinter filter,SP-FN15

Cable Gland

AC1301-MEX for duct mounting and cable probes (IM)

All specifications subject to change