Flameproof Alternators Overview0 pages

Flameproof Alternators
Overview
by AMOT
New Offshore / Marine Standards
for Hazardous Locations
Engines with standard automotive alternators are a potential source of ignition,
when operating in hazardous areas where combustible gas may exist.
Chalwyn offers a wide variety of flameproof alternators: standard automotive, self-exciting,
and high output (12V/24V) specially built for hazardous area applications.
IP66 Rated
for Harsh Environments
New Standard for Oil & Gas Industry:
ASTM F2876-10
“All electrical or electronic equipment associated with
engine installations in hazardous locations shall be tested
or approved and listed or certified by an independent
laboratory for the Class and Group of the cargo carried
or the hazardous location to the standards and protection
techniques...”
Standard flameproof
alternator
Tested and Approved
High output
flameproof alternators
All Chalwyn flameproof alternators are tested and approved to stringent ATEX standards, for use in hazardous
area classified as Zone 1 Group I and Group IIB T4 applications. Suitable for ambient range from -30°C to +50°C
(-22°F to 122°F), Chalwyn alternators are an ideal choice
for inland/offshore oil and gas and mining industry.
Compact High Performance Design
Self-excited
flameproof alternator
Chalwyn alternator will fit in place of most standard automotive alternator configurations. The output voltage is
controlled by an internal regulator with multiple harness
gland connections available.