In industrial settings, fans designated as explosion-proof require careful consideration of which components meet the criteria to ensure safe operation in combustible environments.
This installation is an example of a purge air system utilizing an AMCA Type “A” Spark Resistant Exhaust Blower. Designed for the OEM as part of the larger purge system to help prevent contamination of electrical surfaces from overheating, corrosive gasses, and dirt by moving clean air through the system. This high-pressure arrangement-1 blower features an aluminum fan wheel and housing for spark resistance.
