ATEX battery packs are certified for use within potentially hazardous situations. Learn how AceOn can supply customised ATEX packs for any application.
Safety is of paramount importance when it comes to creating bespoke battery packs. At AceOn, our experts work with clients in a range of industries to create custom battery packs to serve various purposes.
One of the most specialist types of battery packs that we deal with is an ATEX pack. Crucial to this is what are known as “intrinsically safe” cells. In this article, we run through everything you need to know about intrinsically safe ATEX battery packs and explain why AceOn is perfectly positioned to help you with a custom order.
What are ATEX battery packs?
ATEX battery packs are specifically designed to meet the strict standards laid out in the ATEX directive 2014/34/EU.
This legislation ensures that the batteries are safe to be used in potentially hazardous situations within the European Union (EU). AceOn is proud to supply a range of ATEX certified battery packs to our clients, which have been tested to ensure that they meet the highest and strictest safety standards.
We ensure that our ATEX battery packs are intrinsically safe (IS) in line with regulations, and our packs also have built-in electronic safety circuits. This ensures that our custom battery packs offer the highest level of protection for the most hazardous of circumstances.
Our clients use ATEX batteries within a range of applications, and they’re widely used within Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS). We have also supplied ATEX batteries for use in gas detectors, remote monitoring equipment, mining lamps, sewage monitoring, and aerosol filling equipment.
What does “Intrinsically safe” mean?
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standard 60079-11 states that “intrinsically safe” batteries are those that do not produce sparks and release no thermal or electrical energy that could subsequently lead to ignition.
Before being deemed as intrinsically safe, cells must be subjected to an external short-circuit test, in which all protection devices are removed. During the test, the cells must not show any signs of leaking or venting, and they can only show a very limited skin temperature increase.
It is this level of rigorous testing that ensures the cells within our ATEX battery packs are safe for use in applications within potentially hazardous settings.
IS battery chemistry explained
Intrinsically safe batteries come in various chemical compositions, and you can find Li-ion, NiCad, and lithium-thionyl chloride batteries that are IS certified. The building of cells into a pack is crucial, as various factors (environment, use, life cycle, and weight) all need to be considered.
Ultimately, intrinsically safe, ATEX certified battery packs are crucial if you’re planning to use them within a hazardous setting. If you’re looking for a custom battery pack, AceOn has you covered, as we explain below.
Order ATEX battery solutions from AceOn
At AceOn, we specialise in the provision of custom battery packs to clients in various industries. We are battery pack experts and can provide ATEX-certified battery packs to suit your application. Learn more about our ATEX battery pack service or get in touch with one of our experts today to arrange an order.
