Now, an ATEX Zone 1 compliant PC ! The ExPC

To keep pace with the latest European directives governing the safe installation and use of equipment within potentially hazardous areas, Intecpc have designed the ExPC: an ATEX fully compliant PC

To keep pace with the latest European directives governing the safe installation and use of equipment within potentially hazardous areas, Intecpc have designed the ExPC; a PC fully compliant with European ATEX Zone 1 legislation.

This modular unit, utilising a single cable connection and no requirement for a separate power supply, also incorporates the latest touch-screen technology, is unaffected by surface contamination and is easy to use - even by gloved hands.

With pricing starting from around GBP2,500 it can also be considered for applications where Zone 1 compliance may not be part of the specification.

ExPC Overview.

The ExPC comprises a compact, waterproof display and keyboard unit in the hazardous area and a computer and interface unit in the safe area.

Power consumption of the display is minimised so there is no requirement for a power supply in the hazardous area.

Installation becomes simple, with connection between the devices via a single, multi-way, shielded cable.

The through-glass touch-screen display can be wall, bench, floor or ceiling mounted up to 150 metres from the computer in the safe area.

The display unit and keyboard are ruggedised for tough industrial environments.

The touch-screen can be used with gloved hands and is not affected by surface contamination.

Construction means there is no drift and no requirement for regular recalibration, providing a "set and forget solution".

Configuration software allows different operating modes to be selected.

The custom designed keyboard is an intrinsically safe QWERTY membrane keyboard with built-in mouse functionality.

An intrinsically safe RS232 serial port is provided to interface peripherals in the hazardous area.

The interface unit in the safe area provides standard PC connections and can be connected to all standard PC peripherals eg printers, modems, network interface etc.

ExPC Advantages.

* Intrinsically safe: No separate power source having to be positioned within the Ex Zone.

* Fast operation: The display reflects the keyboard operation in real-time.

* Simplified construction: Only a single connection necessary to the safe area.

* Lower cost: simplified, rugged design.

ExPC Specification.

Intrinsically safe PC terminals for Ex Zone 1 (Class 1, Zone 1).

Intrinsically safe serial port connection.

Single cable connection between the hazardous and safe area.

No separate power supply.

Instantaneous transmission.

Variable floor, wall, bench and ceiling mounting options.

Protection class II 2G mib IIB T4.

ATEX Certificate - UL and CSA approval pending.

Ingress protection IP54/NEMA 4x from front.

Ambient operating temperature 0 to +40 degrees C.

Powdered coating or stainless steel case option.

ExPC Pricing is from around GBP2,500 ex VAT, depending on requirements.

The ExPC joins the hugely successful Intecpc UniPC system, and ToughPanel and TouchPanel LCD flat panel displays, already in use in large numbers of manufacturing and retailing applications throughout the UK and Europe.

The UniPC is the ideal choice of tamper proof PC for trouble-free operation in a tough working environment where grime, grease, dirt and dust are the everyday challenge.

Intecpc offer custom design and build options, and pricing from around GBP300 ex VAT.

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