{"product_id":"cz-cz1242-explosion-proof-control-box-grp-up-to-180a-690v-ex-db-eb-ia-mb-iic-t6-t5-gb-t80-t95-db-ip66-iecex-atex-approved","title":"CZ CZ1242 Explosion-proof Control Box, GRP, Up to 180A 690V, Ex db eb ia mb IIC T6\/T5 Gb T80\/T95℃ Db, IP66, IECEx ATEX Approved","description":"\u003ch3 id=\"heading-55e039ca-4022-48f0-a247-6e7522f2ad69--chuangzheng-cz1242-explosion-proof-control-box-grp-up-to-180a-690v-0\"\u003eCZ1242 Explosion-proof Control Box, GRP, Up to 180A 690V\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chuangzheng CZ1242 series is a versatile, full-plastic explosion-proof control box engineered to house and protect electrical control components in highly hazardous industrial environments. Constructed from advanced anti-static Glass Fibre Reinforced Polyester (GRP\/SMC), this control box offers exceptional mechanical strength, chemical stability, corrosion resistance, and inherent electrostatic discharge protection, making it an ideal lightweight enclosure for critical control applications. With comprehensive explosion protection ratings including Ex db eb ia mb IIC T6\/T5 Gb for gas hazards and Ex tb IIIC T80\/T95℃ Db for dust hazards, and backed by IECEx, ATEX, and CCC certifications, the CZ1242 ensures the utmost safety in Zone 1, 2 (gas) and Zone 21, 22 (dust) explosive atmospheres. Designed for ease of installation, offering a large wiring space, and boasting an IP66 ingress protection rating, this control box is a reliable solution for diverse industrial control needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"heading-55e039ca-4022-48f0-a247-6e7522f2ad69--key-features-0\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Protection Explosion Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCertified with versatile explosion protection methods (flameproof 'd', increased safety 'e', intrinsic safety 'ia', encapsulation 'mb') under Ex db eb ia mb IIC T6\/T5 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T80\/T95℃ Db, ensuring safety across a wide range of hazardous gas and dust environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust GRP\/SMC Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMade from high-quality anti-static Glass Fibre Reinforced Polyester (SMC), providing superior impact resistance, chemical and corrosion stability, UV resistance, and crucial electrostatic discharge properties for safety in hazardous areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh IP66 Environmental Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides complete protection against dust ingress and resistance to powerful water jets, safeguarding internal components from severe environmental conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Operating Temperature and Dual T-Class Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFunctional across an ambient temperature range typically from -40℃ to +55℃, with temperature class T6 (for maximum +40℃ ambient) and T5 (for maximum +55℃ ambient) for gas, and T80℃\/T95℃ for dust, ensuring flexibility for various climate zones and applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Electrical Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe enclosure is designed to safely accommodate components for circuits up to 690V AC and current distribution up to 180A. Note: Individual control components (e.g., pushbuttons, indicators) typically have maximum ratings of 500V \/ 16A, depending on configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Installation and Ample Wiring Space:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEngineered for user-friendly installation with a spacious internal design, facilitating convenient wiring and component mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Cable Entry Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupports a selection of robust brass or moulded plastic cable glands, providing secure, flameproof, and dust-tight cable connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Certifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHolds IECEx International Approval, ATEX European Union Certification, and CCC (China Compulsory Certification), ensuring global compliance and acceptance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"heading-55e039ca-4022-48f0-a247-6e7522f2ad69--detailed-technical-specifications-0\"\u003eDetailed Technical Specifications:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChuangzheng Explosion-proof Electric Co., Ltd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCZ1242\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExplosion-proof Control Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated Voltage (Enclosure):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUp to 690V AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated Current (Enclosure):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUp to 180A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Terminal Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2.5 mm² (standard terminals)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePE (Protective Earth) Terminal Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4 mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Component Ratings (Internal, e.g., for Pushbuttons, Indicators):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUp to 500V AC, Max 16A (subject to specific component selection)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplosion Protection \u0026amp; Environmental:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplosion Protection Marks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChina:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEx d e ia mbⅡC T6\/T5 Gb Ex tD A21 IP66 T80℃\/T95℃\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIECEx:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEx db eb ia mbⅡC T6\/T5 Gb Ex tb ⅢC T80℃\/T95℃ Db\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eⅡ2 G D Ex db eb ia mbⅡC T6\/T5 Gb Ex tbⅢC T80℃\/T95℃ Db\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplicable Hazardous Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZone 1 (Gases) \u0026amp; Zone 2 (Gases)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZone 21 (Dusts) \u0026amp; Zone 22 (Dusts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Group Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIIA, IIB, IIC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Group Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIIIA, IIIB, IIIC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Class (Gas):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eT6 (for Ta ≤ +40℃), T5 (for Ta ≤ +55℃)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Surface Temperature (Dust):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eT80℃ (for Ta ≤ +40℃), T95℃ (for Ta ≤ +55℃)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngress Protection (IP) Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIP66\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmbient Temperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-40℃ ≤ Ta ≤ +40℃ (for T6\/T80℃) \/ -40℃ ≤ Ta ≤ +55℃ (for T5\/T95℃)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGRP (anti-static glass fibre reinforced polyester SMC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Entry (Typical Standard Configurations):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × M25 (for cable outside diameter Φ8 ~ 17mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × M32 (for cable outside diameter Φ12 ~ 21mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable glands can be selected in brass or moulded plastic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom drilling and gland configurations are available upon request.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWall-mounted, Vertical mounted (surface mounting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Space:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLarge wiring space for accommodating various control components (e.g., pushbuttons, selector switches, pilot lights, meters).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandards \u0026amp; 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