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> "Explosion-proof means that it won't cause an explosion." Another industry term for this is Intrinsically Safe.
by kayfox 3y ago
> "Explosion-proof means that it won't cause an explosion."
Another industry term for this is Intrinsically Safe.
- Animats 3y agoThey're not the same. Intrinsically Safe means it has too little energy in it to cause ignition. Explosion-proof can be achieved either by intrinsic safety or an enclosure capable of containing the worst that can happen inside it.[1] [1] https://blog.pruftechnik.com/intrinsically-safe-vs-explosion-proof/ https://blog.pruftechnik.com/intrinsically-safe-vs-explosion...
- Graffur 3y agoTIL thanks