ATEX Enclosures | Hazardous Area Junction Boxes for Zone 1 & Zone 2
Zone 1 & Zone 2 GRP Assembled Enclosures & Junction Boxes – ATEX Hazardous Area
ATEX Enclosures
The BPGA is a pre-built, fully certified, and ready-to-install junction box, ideal for lighting, small power, and routine maintenance applications. These ATEX Enclosures provide a reliable solution for hazardous areas, saving installation time and ensuring compliance with international standards.
The enclosures come equipped with terminals (WDU 2.5 or WDU 6), rail, copper earth continuity plate, and are also fitted with a brass M6 internal/external earth stud. Each enclosure has four M20 tapped cable entries (two side A & two side C) and is supplied with certified blanking plugs.
Manufactured in impact-resistant glass-reinforced polyester (GRP), these hazardous area junction boxes are available in standard Abtech Grey or as a Black Carbon-loaded version for anti-static applications. They are ingress protected to IP66/67 and have also been Shell/ERA deluge tested for enhanced durability.
The BPGA range is dual-labelled ATEX Enclosures and IECEx, rated for temperatures of -50°C to +55°C (T5) and -50°C to +40°C (T6), making them suitable for Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas.
Abtech BPGA Junction Boxes Features
- Ingress protected to IP66/67
- Shell/ERA deluge tested
- Measuring between 50 and 100mm in diameter
- Fitted with a brass M6 internal/external earth stud
- ATEX & IECEx compliant Ex‘e’ for use in Zone 1, 21,2 & 22 areas
- Pre-drilled with four M20 tapped cable entries
- Supplied with certified blanking plugs
Applications of ATEX Enclosures
The Abtech BPGA GRP range is perfect for a wide variety of industrial applications, including:
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Instrumentation junction boxes
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Power distribution connections
For more hazardous area solutions, see our explosive atmospheres product range.
Temperature Rating
Junction Boxes & Enclosures
- -50°C to +40°C at T6
- -50°C to +55°C at T5
Zone 1
A hazardous area zone location according to ATEX in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally.
Zone 2
A hazardous area zone location according to ATEX in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, persists for a short period only.
ATEX Explained
The ATEX Directive consists of two EU directives describing the type of equipment and hazardous area location within a potentially explosive atmosphere. ATEX originates its name from the French title of the 94/9/EC directive: Appareils destinés à être utilisés en ATmosphères EXplosibles.
Cable entries can be drilled in the enclosure or junction box door, sides or via the cable gland plates – cable entries can also be drilled through the rear face of the stainless steel enclosure (EEx’e’ hazardous area versions).
The hazardous area enclosures include a hinged, lift-off door secured to the junction box using 4 captive stainless steel screws which also maintain the correct compression on the gasket.
Electrical Enclosure Junction Box
Zone 1 & Zone 2 GRP Assembled Enclosures & Junction Boxes – ATEX Hazardous Area
Hazardous Area Certification
Hazardous Area Enclosures: Intrinsically Safe Junction Boxes
Abtech BPGA enclosures are certified according to leading hazardous area classifications including:
- ATEX & IECEx (Zone 1 & 2; Zone 21 & 22)
- TR CU
- NEMA 4X (CSA, UL & FM) Class 1 Division 2
T&D, The Explosive Atmosphere Experts, provide a single-source capability for the most extensive range of Electrical, Mechanical, Process & Instrumentation Equipment suitable for hazardous area locations.
- Zone 1 Hazardous Area Lighting
- Zone 2 Hazardous Area LightingÂ
- Enclosures, Motor Starters & Isolators
| Hazardous Area Coding & Zones | Zone 0 | Zone 20 | Zone 1 | Zone 21 | Zone 2 | Zone 22 |
| Ex e | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ||
| Ex ai Intrinsic Safety | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ |
| Ex ab | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ||
| Ex op is | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ | ♦ |
| Ex nA | ♦ | ♦ | ||||
| Ex nR | ♦ | ♦ |
Abtech BPGA stainless steel enclosures are certified according to international hazardous area classifications including UL, CSA, IEC Ex, ATEX, FM, InMetro and TR CU.
Hazardous Area Electrical Enclosures & Junction Boxes
Abtech BPGA Junction Boxes Selection Table
If in doubt, please contact T&D for specification support and selection advice about hazardous area junction boxes and enclosures.
| Abtech Part Number | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) | Cable Entries | Blanking Plugs | Terminals | Earth Continuity Plate | Earth Stud |
| BPGA120 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | 4 x M20 (2 x Side A, 2 x Side C) | 4 off (Ex‘e’ rated) | 6 x SAK 2.5 (linked in pairs) | Yes (Copper) | Yes (Brass, M6) |
| BPGA125 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | 4 x M20 (2 x Side A, 2 x Side C) | 4 off (Ex‘e’ rated) | 6 x WDU 2.5 | Yes (Copper) | Yes (Brass, M6) |
| BPGA160 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | 4 x M20 (2 x Side A, 2 x Side C) | 4 off (Ex‘e’ rated) | 13 x SAK 2.5 | Yes (Copper) | Yes (Brass, M6) |
Configurations
| Abtech Part Number | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) | Colour | Terminals |
| BPGA120 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | Grey | 6 x SAK 2.5 |
| BPGA125 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | Grey | 6 x WDU 2.5 |
| BPGA160 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | Grey | 13 x SAK 2.5 |
| BPGA165 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | Grey | 13 x WDU 2.5 |
| BPGCA120 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | Black | 6 x SAK 2.5 |
| BPGCA125 | 122 | 120 | 90 | 1140 | Black | 6 x WDU 2.5 |
| BPGCA160 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | Black | 13 x SAK 2.5 |
| BPGCA165 | 160 | 160 | 90 | 1740 | Black | 13 x WDU 2.5 |
GRP Assembled Enclosures
Abtech BPGA enclosures come equipped with terminals (SAK 2.5 or WDU 6), rail, copper earth continuity plate and are also fitted with a brass M6 internal/external earth stud. Each enclosure has four M20 tapped cable entries (two side A & two side C) and is supplied with certified blanking plugs.
With international hazardous area classifications, including ATEX, Abtech BPGA GRP junction boxes and enclosures are suitable for onshore and offshore installation in both Zone 1 & Zone 2 hazardous area locations. T&D provide pre-assembled terminal enclosures for use as hazardous area lighting, power, heat tracing and instrument junction boxes with increased safety, intrinsically safe and flameproof explosion protection methods – we can custom supply high voltage enclosures for 3.3kV, 6.6kV, 11kV and 33kV networks.
Frequently Asked Questions – ATEX Enclosures
What are ATEX Enclosures?
ATEX Enclosures are specially designed electrical junction boxes and enclosures certified for use in hazardous areas where explosive atmospheres may occur. They comply with ATEX and IECEx directives to ensure safety in Zone 1 and Zone 2 locations.
Where can BPGA junction boxes be used?
The Abtech BPGA ATEX Enclosures are ideal for lighting, small power, and routine maintenance applications. They are suitable for both onshore and offshore installations in Zone 1 & Zone 2 hazardous areas.
What certifications do BPGA ATEX Enclosures have?
BPGA junction boxes are dual-certified with ATEX and IECEx. They also comply with TR CU, NEMA 4X, CSA, UL, and FM standards, making them suitable for multiple international markets.
What materials are used in BPGA ATEX Enclosures?
BPGA enclosures are manufactured from impact-resistant glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) for durability. They are available in standard Abtech Grey or Black Carbon-loaded for anti-static applications.
What is the ingress protection rating for these enclosures?
The BPGA ATEX Enclosures are IP66/67 rated, providing protection against dust and water ingress, making them highly suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Can the cable entries be customised?
Yes, each BPGA enclosure comes with four M20 tapped cable entries that can be drilled through the door, sides, or rear, depending on installation requirements. Certified blanking plugs are supplied.
What is the temperature rating of BPGA ATEX Enclosures?
BPGA enclosures are rated for -50°C to +55°C at T5 and -50°C to +40°C at T6, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial environments and hazardous areas.
Zone 1 & Zone 2 GRP Assembled Enclosures & Junction Boxes – ATEX Hazardous Area
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