Fanox G17 EEx e Hazardous Area Motor Protection Relay – ATEX PTB Certified
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Fanox G17 EEx e Hazardous Area Motor Protection Relay – ATEX PTB Certified

SKU G17_MOTOR_PROTECTION_RELAY_EEX
Fanox G17 EEx e hazardous area motor protection relay — ATEX certified (PTB) for Zone 1/2 explosive atmospheres. 4–16.7A current range, thermal image, phase loss protection. 24V / 48V / 115V / 230V auxiliary.
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Fanox G17 EEx e — Hazardous Area Motor Protection Relay

The Fanox G17 EEx e is the ATEX-certified version of Fanox's proven motor protection platform, engineered specifically for electric motors operating in explosive or hazardous atmospheres — Zone 1 and Zone 2 classified areas under IEC/ATEX regulations. PTB-certified for use with increased safety (EEx e) motors.

ATEX / Hazardous Area Certification

  • PTB certified — independent third-party certification for explosive atmosphere use
  • EEx e (Increased Safety) — designed for motors with increased safety enclosures
  • Suitable for Zone 1 and Zone 2 (gas) hazardous areas
  • Compliant with ATEX Directive 94/9/EC and IEC 60079 standards

Key Protection Functions

  • Thermal image memory — critical in hazardous areas where motor winding overheating poses ignition risk
  • Overtemperature protection — via external PTC thermistor input (prevents surface temperatures exceeding T-class limits)
  • Phase loss detection at reduced load
  • Phase imbalance and sequence protection
  • Trip class 10E — specifically required for increased safety (EEx e) motors per IEC 60034-11

Specifications

  • Current range: 4–16.7A (adjustable)
  • Motor range: 7.5–18.5 kW / 10–25 hp
  • Auxiliary voltage: 24V DC / 48V AC/DC / 115V AC / 230V AC
  • Certification: PTB (ATEX) — EEx e IIB T3/T4
  • Output: 1 NO + 1 NC contact
  • Mounting: DIN rail (35mm)
  • 3-year warranty

Typical Applications

Oil & gas facilities, chemical plants, offshore platforms, mining operations, grain silos, paint booths — anywhere motors operate in atmospheres with risk of explosive gas or vapor concentrations.