Nord Drivesystems: Explosion Proof Motors (Gas Atmospheres)

September 17, 2019

NORD motors with gas explosion protection are produced in-house and have been supplied to key markets worldwide since 2003. Explosion protected NORD motors can be supplied according to ATEX Categories 2G and 3G. Extensive solutions are available on the basis of explosion protection classes “Increased safety” (e), “Pressure resistant encapsulation” (d/de) and “Non-Sparking Design”.NORD dust explosion protected motors are approved according to ATEX and HazLoc and can be supplied with the following options:

  • Brakes and external blower fans
  • Motor protection: Temperature sensor, Temperature monitor and a wide array of environmental protection features.
  • Motor Connectivity Solutions: Simple and reliable quick connect/disconnect options

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