Larson Electronics LLC has announced the release of an explosion proof fan (EPF-SM-24) to be added to its catalog of products. This Class I Division 1 approved fan has been designed as spot cooling solution for use in hazardous atmospheres.
This electric explosion proof fan has been designed and rated for use in atmospheres that include flammable or explosive vapors, gas, or dusts. It is important to add that this fan is not completely explosion proof but, has all the design elements that minimize risk including, aluminum blades and a thermally protected maintenance free 1/2 HP motor. This pedestal fan has a 24-inch diameter and generates over 7,980 CFM of air output for efficient spot cooling. This fan is available in 115V operating at 9.8 amps or 208-230V operating at 4.9 amps. The powder coated steel fan guards offer corrosion resistance while the pedestal stand offers a sturdy base. This explosion proof fan weighs 78 pounds, spins at 1,725 RPM and comes equipped with 50-feet of 16/3 SOOW cable terminated in an explosion proof plug. This explosion proof fan comes equipped with 50-feet of 16/3 chemical and abrasion resistant SOOW cord that is fitted with an explosion proof cord cap for connection to explosion proof outlets. Plug options include a 5-15 15 amp straight blade plug for use with 120V explosion proof outlets, a 5-20 20 amp straight blade plug for use with 120V explosion proof outlets, or a 6-20 20 amp straight blade plug for use with 220-240V explosion proof outlets. Applications for this explosion proof fan include, but are not limited to hazardous locations; industrial sites; oil and gas facilities; processing plants; construction; aerospace facilities; indoor/outdoor cooling systems and more.