Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas - Equipment Category

Equipment Category

The equipment category indicates the level of protection offered by the equipment.

Category 1 equipment may be used in zone 0, zone 1 or zone 2 areas.

Category 2 equipment may be used in zone 1 or zone 2 areas.

Category 3 equipment may only be used in zone 2 areas.

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