What does ATEX zone 2 mean?
ATEX Zone 2 is an industrial classification for areas where explosive gas/vapor atmospheres are unlikely during normal operation but might occur for short periods due to accidental releases, requiring equipment with lower, but still significant, ignition protection (like Category 3G equipment) for safety in hazardous environments. It’s a step down in risk from Zone 1 (likely during normal operation) and Zone 0 (continuous presence), but still needs certified equipment to prevent sparks or heat from causing an explosion.
Maple Systems offers ATEX Zone 2 certified panel PC computer systems for oil rig operations in hazardous locations.