Wolf R-50 & Wolf R-55 Rechargeable Torch (Zone 1 & Zone 2 Hazardous Areas)

Wolf R-50 & R-55 Rechargeable Torch (Zone 1 & Zone 2 Hazardous Areas)
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Hazardous Area Torches
Wolf R-50 | Wolf R-55
Torches for Zone 0, 1, 2, Zone 20, 21, 22 Hazardous Area LightingÂ
Wolf R-50 & R-55 Rechargeable Torches are ATEX certified torches for safe use in hazardous area Zone 0, 1 & 2 (Gas, Vapour & Mist Explosive Atmospheres) and Zone 20, 21 & 22 (Dust Explosive Atmospheres) – T&D are Approved Distributors for the Wolf Lighting including handlamps, torches, headtorches and floodlights.
The Wolf R-50 & R-55 rechargeable torches are compact and lightweight right-angle torches which are extremely robust and reliable, with proven shock protection, even at sub zero temperatures. The torch has is fitted with a rubber armoured lens ring and end cap and has a scratch & chemical attack resistance glass lens with an IP67 enclosure.
The Wolf R-50 & R-55 torches are low maintenance with quick and easy parts replacement, a full spares service is offered for all internal/external fittings, and the LED light source is expected to last the product’s lifetime.
Vehicle and mains voltage charger options offer a rapid recharge time of only 1.5hrs for 90% capacity, plus the mountable ‘quick’ charger is configured as a torch holder, with ‘snap in/snatch out’ function, for quick release but secure retention.
ATEX Torches For Hazardous Areas
Wolf Rechargeable torches provides reliable and versatile hazardous area lighting according to both ATEX Directive and IECEx standards – the torches utilise LED technology as a light source and are used for safe lighting in hazardous area Zones 1 and Zones 2 (potentially explosive gas) and Zones 21 and Zones 22 dust atmospheres (IIIA, IIIB & IIIC Groups) with T4 temperature classification. Zone 0 and 20 version torches are available.
ATEX & IECEx Certified For Explosive Atmospheres Â
An overview of the Wolf Rechargeable Torches range to provide portable lighting in explosive atmospheres:
- Wolf R-50 Spot Beam Torch Zone 1
- Wolf R-55 Spot Beam Torch Zone 0
- ATEX Certification: I M2/II 2GD Ex ib I Mb/IIC T4 Gb  Ex ib IIIB T200ºC Db IP67 -40ºC ≤ Ta ≤ 40ºC (R-50)
- ATEX Certification: I M1/II 1GD Ex ia I Ma/IIC T4 Ga  Ex ia IIIB T200ºC Da IP67 -40ºC ≤ Ta ≤ 40ºC (R-55)
- Hazardous Area Zone 1 & 2 Gas Groups IIA, IIB & IIC (Wolf R-50)
- Hazardous Area Zone 0, 1 & 2 Gas Groups IIIA, IIIB & IIIC (Wolf R-55)
- Temperature Classification (Gas) T4
- Maximum Surface Temperature (Dust) 200°C
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ATEXÂ Torches
- ATEX and IECEx certified torch for Zones 1 and 21, plus Zones 0 and 20 version available
- High power LED for outstanding light output
- Compact and lightweight ergonomic torch design
- Two power levels of light output give up to 6.5 hours light duration
- Rechargeable battery with low power indicator
- Supplied with wrist strap and clip ring
- Emergency illumination function
- Mains and vehicle charger options
- Torch suitable for cyclic and short and long term standby applications
- Very low maintenance, quick and easy parts replacement
ATEX Certified Torch
Zones 0, 1, 2, 20, 21 & 22 Hazardous Areas
- Zone 0, Zone 1 & Zone 2 Gas
- Zone 20, Zone 21 & Zone 22 Dust
- See below table for ATEX Certification details including T-Rating, Gas Groups and Zone locations
The Wolf Rechargeable range are torches manufactured by Wolf Safety Lamp to provide lighting in Zone 1, Zone 0, Zone 21 or Zone 20 hazardous areas – the LED torches are for use in potentially explosive atmospheres according to the ATEX Directive.

Wolf R-50 & R-55 Rechargeable Torch
WOLF R-50 & R-55 Rechargeable Torch Technical Information
The following table explains the technical specification differences for the Wolf Rechargeable range of torches – should you require support or advice on selecting the correct hazardous area torch please do not hesitate to contact us.
Wolf Part Reference | Wolf R-50 | Wolf R-55 | |
Torch Description | Zone 1 LED Rechargeable Right Angle Safety Torch | Zone 0 LED Rechargeable Right Angle Safety Torch | |
Hazardous Area Code (ATEX & IECEx) | I M2/II 2GD Ex ib I Mb/IIC T4 Gb  Ex ib IIIB T200ºC Db IP67 -40ºC ≤ Ta ≤ 40ºC | I M1/II 1GD Ex ia I Ma/IIC T4 Ga  Ex ia IIIB T200ºC Da IP67 -40ºC ≤ Ta ≤ 40ºC | |
Type of Protection | “ib” Intrinsic Safety | “ia” Intrinsic Safety | |
Area of Hazardous Classification (Gas) | Zones 1 & 2, Gas Group IIA, IIB, IIC | Zones 0, 1 & 2, Gas Group IIA, IIB, IIC | |
Temperature Classification (Gas) | T4 | ||
Area of Hazardous Classification (Dust) | Zones 21 and 22, Dust Groups IIIA and IIIB | Zones 20, 21 and 22, Dust Groups IIIA and IIIB | |
Maximum Surface Temperature (Dust) | T200ºC | ||
Ambient Temperature | -40ºC to +40ºC | ||
ATEX Certificate | ATEX Baseefa05ATEX0069X / IECEx BAS 06.0001X | ||
Enclosure | Impact resistant thermoplastic, chemical resistant, static dissipative | ||
Lens | Toughened Glass 4mm | ||
Beam Type | High Output Spot Beam | ||
Light Source | Type | High Power LED | |
Watts | 3 Watts | ||
Output | High Power – Up to 243lm / Low Power – Up to 135lm | ||
Life | 25,000+ Hours (Fitted for Life) | ||
Power Source | Type | Rechargeable Battery, Lithium-Ion | |
Part Number | R-271 | ||
Volts | 7.4V | ||
Capacity / Life | 2.4Ah / Up to 500 Rechargeable Cycles | ||
Light Duration | High Power – Up to 3.5 hours / Low Power – Up to 6.5 hours | ||
Ingress Protection | IP67 | ||
Weight (Including Cells) | 0.375kg | 0.475kg | |
Chargers | 12-24VDC RC-200L / 100-254 VAC RC-200H | ||
Recharge Time | 3.0 Hours (90% in 1.5 Hours) |
WOLFÂ R-50 & R-55 RECHARGEABLEÂ Torch
Light Output & Product Dimensions

Wolf R-50 & R-55 Rechargeable Torch – Light Output
Wolf R-50/Wolf R-55 – 3W LED Beam (approx 6°)
Peak luminous intensity at 5m 630lux

Wolf R-50 & R-55 Rechargeable Torch – Product Dimensions

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