Explosive atmospheres - Part 1: Equipment protection by flameproof enclosures "d"

IEC 60079-1:2014 contains specific requirements for the construction and testing of electrical equipment with the type of protection flameproof enclosure "d", intended for use in explosive gas atmospheres. This standard supplements and modifies the general requirements of IEC 60079-0. Where a requirement of this standard conflicts with a requirement of IEC 60079-0, the requirement of this standard will take precedence. This seventh edition cancels and replaces the sixth edition, published in 2007, and constitutes a technical revision. The numerous changes are identified in the Foreward of the document. Keywords: flameproof enclosure "d", explosive gas atmospheres
The contents of the corrigendum of June 2018 and Interpretation sheet of May 2020 have been included in this copy.

Feuille d'interprétation 1 - Atmosphères explosives - Partie 1: Protection du matériel par enveloppes antidéflagrantes "d"

IEC 60079-1:2014 est disponible sous forme de IEC 60079-1:2014 RLV qui contient la Norme internationale et sa version Redline, illustrant les modifications du contenu technique depuis l'édition précédente.
IEC 60079-1:2014 contient les exigences spécifiques de construction et d'essai du matériel électrique à enveloppe antidéflagrante, mode de protection "d", destiné à être utilisé dans les atmosphères explosives gazeuses. La présente Norme complète et modifie les exigences générales de l'IEC 60079-0. Lorsqu'une exigence de cette norme entre en conflit avec une exigence de l'IEC 60079-0, l'exigence de la présente norme prévaudra. Cette septième édition annule et remplace la sixième édition parue en 2007. Cette édition constitue une révision technique. Les nombreux changements sont identifiés dans l'avant-propos du document. Mots clés: enveloppe antidéflagrante "d", atmosphères explosives gazeuses
Le contenu du corrigendum de juin 2018 et de la feuille d'interprétation de mai 2020 (seulement en anglais) a été pris en considération dans cet exemplaire.

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IEC 60079-1
Edition 7.0  2014-06
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES –
Part 1: Equipment protection by flameproof enclosures "d"

INTERPRETATION SHEET 1
This interpretation sheet has been prepared by IEC technical committee 31: Equipment for
explosive atmospheres.
The text of this interpretation sheet is based on the following documents:
DISH Report on voting
31/1536/DISH 31/1542/RVDISH
Full information on the voting for the approval of this interpretation sheet can be found in the
report on voting indicated in the above table.

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flameproof enclosures "d"
Question 1:
The requirements given in 13.1 of IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7) restrict threaded entries for
flameproof enclosures to only metric and NPT. Does this restriction represent a major
technical change between IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7) and IEC 60079-1:2007 (Edition 6)?
Answer 1:
Yes, the restriction to only metric and NPT regarding threaded entries for flameproof
enclosures does represent a major technical change between IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7)
and IEC 60079-1:2007 (Edition 6). The requirements given in Clause 13 of IEC 60079-1:2007
(Edition 6) had no such normative restriction, with reference to metric and NPT only as
examples of threaded entries for flameproof enclosures.
ICS 29.260.20
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While IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7) only permits the use of metric and NPT threads for entry
into flameproof enclosures, cable glands/conduit entry devices, thread adapters and blanking
elements are permitted to use other thread forms (see Annex C of IEC 60079-1:2014
(Edition 7)).
NOTE 1 The intention of the restriction to only metric and NPT regarding threaded entries for flameproof
enclosures is to minimize the mismatch of thread forms in enclosure entries.
NOTE 2 In the Foreword of IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7), the table detailing the significance of the changes
between IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7) and IEC 60079-1:2007 (Edition 6) mistakenly did not identify this metric and
NPT restriction as a major technical change. Unfortunately, the IEC Directives do not permit a corrigendum to be
issued to correct errors in non-normative text such as the table detailing the significance of changes.
Question 2:
Where a thread adapter is fitted and assessed as a factory-assembled part of the flameproof
enclosure, what are the permitted thread forms?
Answer 2:
A thread adapter may use thread forms other than metric and NPT, whether as an Ex
Equipment thread adapter or as a thread adapter fitted and assessed as a factory-assembled
part of the flameproof enclosure (see Annex C of IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7)).
Question 3:
Can a blanking element be installed in a thread adapter which is fitted and assessed as a
factory-assembled part of the flameproof enclosure?
Answer 3:
Yes, the requirements given in Clause 13 of IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7) regarding thread
adapters are for separately certified Ex equipment thread adapters, not those fitted and
assessed as a factory-assembled part of the flameproof enclosure.
Question 4:
What is the required marking when a thread adapter is fitted and assessed as a factory-
assembled part of the flameproof enclosure?
Answer 4:
Clause 13 of IEC 60079-1:2014 (Edition 7) requires identification of the specific thread type
and size of threaded entries into flameproof enclosures. In the case where the thread adapter
is fitted and assessed as a factory-assembled part of the flameproof enclosure, the
requirement for identification applies to the thread form of the adapter for the field wiring
connection.
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS . 2
FOREWORD . 8

1 Scope . 16
2 Normative references. 16
3 Terms and definitions . 17
4 Level of protection (equipment protection level, EPL) . 20
4.1 General . 20
4.2 Requirements for level of protection “da” . 20
4.3 Requirements for level of protection “db” . 20
4.4 Requirements for level of protection “dc” . 20
4.4.1 General . 20
4.4.2 Construction of “dc” devices . 21
4.4.3 Tests for “dc” devices . 21
5 Flameproof joints . 21
5.1 General requirements . 21
5.2 Non-threaded joints . 22
5.2.1 Width of joints (L) . 22
5.2.2 Gap (i) . 23
5.2.3 Spigot joints . 23
5.2.4 Holes in joint surfaces . 24
5.2.5 Conical joints . 26
5.2.6 Joints with partial cylindrical surfaces (not permitted for Group IIC) . 26
5.2.7 Flanged joints for acetylene atmospheres . 27
5.2.8 Serrated joints . 27
5.2.9 Multi-step joints. 28
5.3 Threaded joints . 30
5.4 Gaskets (including O-rings) . 31
5.5 Equipment using capillaries . 33
6 Sealed joints . 33
6.1 Cemented joints . 33
6.1.1 General . 33
6.1.2 Mechanical strength . 33
6.1.3 Width of cemented joints . 34
6.2 Fused glass joints . 34
6.2.1 General . 34
6.2.2 Width of fused glass joints . 34
7 Operating rods . 35
8 Supplementary requirements for shafts and bearings . 35
8.1 Joints of shafts . 35
8.1.1 General . 35
8.1.2 Cylindrical joints. 35
8.1.3 Labyrinth joints . 35
8.1.4 Joints with floating glands . 35

8.2 Bearings . 37
8.2.1 Sleeve bearings . 37
8.2.2 Rolling-element bearings . 37
9 Light-transmitting parts . 37
10 Breathing and draining devices which form part of a flameproof enclosure . 38
10.1 General . 38
10.2 Openings for breathing or draining . 38
10.3 Composition limits . 38
10.4 Dimensions . 38
10.5 Elements with measurable paths . 38
10.6 Elements with non-measurable paths . 38
10.7 Removable devices . 39
10.7.1 General . 39
10.7.2 Mounting arrangements of the elements . 39
10.8 Mechanical strength . 39
10.9 Breathing devices and draining devices when used as Ex components . 39
10.9.1 General . 39
10.9.2 Mounting arrangements of the elements and components . 39
10.9.3 Type tests for breathing and draining devices used as Ex components . 40
10.9.4 Ex component certificate . 43
11 Fasteners, associated holes and blanking elements and openings . 43
12 Materials and mechanical strength of enclosures – Materials inside the enclosures . 46
13 Entries for flameproof enclosures . 47
13.1 General . 47
13.2 Threaded holes . 47
13.3 Non-threaded holes (for Group I only) . 47
13.4 Cable glands . 48
13.5 Conduit sealing devices . 48
13.6 Plugs and sockets and cable couplers . 49
13.7 Bushings . 50
13.8 Blanking elements . 50
14 Verification and tests . 50
15 Type tests . 51
15.1 General . 51
15.2 Tests of ability of the enclosure to withstand pressure . 52
15.2.1 General . 52
15.2.2 Determination of explosion pressure (reference pressure) . 52
15.2.3 Overpressure test . 55
15.3 Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition . 56
15.3.1 General . 56
15.3.2 Electrical equipment of Groups I, IIA and IIB . 58
15.3.3 Electrical equipment of Group lIC . 59
15.4 Tests of flameproof enclosures with breathing and draining devices . 61
15.4.1 General . 61
15.4.2 Tests of ability of the enclosure to withstand pressure . 61
15.4.3 Thermal tests . 61
15.4.4 Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition . 62

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15.5 Tests for “dc” devices . 63
15.5.1 General . 63
15.5.2 Preparation of “dc” samples . 63
15.5.3 Test conditions for “dc” devices . 63
16 Routine tests . 63
16.1 General . 63
16.2 Enclosures not incorporating a welded construction . 64
16.3 Enclosures incorporating a welded construction . 65
16.4 Bushings not specific to one flameproof enclosure . 65
16.5 Acceptance criteria . 65
16.6 Batch testing . 65
17 Switchgear for Group I . 65
17.1 General . 65
17.2 Means of isolation . 66
17.2.1 General . 66
17.3 Doors or covers . 66
17.3.1 Quick-acting doors or covers . 66
17.3.2 Doors or covers fixed by screws . 66
17.3.3 Threaded doors or covers . 66
18 Lampholders and Iamp caps . 67
18.1 General . 67
18.2 Device preventing lamps working loose . 67
18.3 Holders and caps for lamps with cylindrical caps . 67
18.4 Holders for lamps with threaded caps . 67
19 Non-metallic enclosures and non-metallic parts of enclosures . 67
19.1 General . 67
19.2 Resistance to tracking and creepage distances on internal surfaces of the
enclosure walls . 68
19.3 Supplementary Requirements for type tests . 68
19.4 Test of erosion by flame . 68
20 Marking . 69
20.1 General . 69
20.2 Caution and warning markings . 69
20.3 Informative markings . 70
21 Instructions. 70

Annex A (normative)  Additional requirements for crimped ribbon elements and
multiple screen elements of breathing and draining devices . 71
Annex B (normative) Additional requirements for elements, with non-measurable
paths of breathing and draining devices . 72
B.1 Sintered metal elements . 72
B.2 Pressed metal wire elements . 72
B.3 Metal foam elements . 73
Annex C (normative) Additional requirements for flameproof entry devices . 74
C.1 General . 74
C.2 Constructional requirements . 74
C.2.1 Sealing methods . 74
C.2.2 Threads Flameproof joints . 75

C.2.3 Constructional requirements for Ex blanking elements . 76
C.2.4 Constructional requirements for Ex thread adapters . 78
C.3 Type tests . 78
C.3.1 Sealing test . 78
C.3.2 Test of mechanical strength . 79
C.3.3 Type tests for Ex blanking elements . 80
C.3.4 Type tests for Ex thread adapters . 81
Annex D (normative) Empty flameproof enclosures as Ex components . 83
D.1 General . 83
D.2 Introductory remarks . 83
D.3 Ex component enclosure requirements . 83
D.4 Utilization of an Ex component enclosure certificate to prepare an equipment
certificate . 85
D.4.1 Procedure . 85
D.4.2 Application of the schedule of limitations . 85
Annex E (normative) Cells and batteries used in flameproof “d” enclosures . 86
E.1 Introductory remarks . 86
E.2 Acceptable electrochemical systems . 86
E.3 General requirements for cells (or batteries) inside flameproof enclosures . 87
E.4 Arrangement of safety devices. 87
E.4.1 Prevention of excessive temperature and cell damage . 87
E.4.2 Prevention of cell polarity reversal or reverse charging by another cell
in the same battery . 88
E.4.3 Prevention of inadvertent charging of a battery by other voltage sources
in the enclosure . 89
E.5 Recharging of secondary cells inside flameproof enclosures . 89
E.6 Rating of protection diodes and reliability of protection devices . 90
Annex F (informative) Mechanical properties for screws and nuts . 91
Annex G (normative) Additional requirements for flameproof enclosures with an
internal source of release (containment system) . 97
G.1 General . 97
G.2 Release conditions . 97
G.2.1 No release . 97
G.2.2 Limited release of a gas or vapour . 98
G.2.3 Limited release of a liquid . 98
G.3 Design requirements for the containment system . 98
G.3.1 General design requirements . 98
G.3.2 Infallible containment system . 98
G.3.3 Containment system with a limited release . 99
G.4 Type tests for the containment system . 99
G.4.1 Overpressure test . 99
G.4.2 Leakage test for an infallible containment system . 99
G.4.3 Leakage test for a containment system with a limited release . 100
Annex H (normative) Requirements for machines with flameproof “d” enclosures fed
from converters . 101
H.1 General . 101
H.2 Construction requirements for bearings . 101
H.3 Temperature requirements . 101

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Bibliography . 102

Figure 1 – Example of construction for indirect checking of a flanged Group I
flameproof joint . 23
Figure 2 – Spigot joints . 24
Figure 3 – Holes in surfaces of flanged joints, example 1 . 25
Figure 4 – Holes in surfaces of flanged joints, example 2 . 25
Figure 5 – Holes in surfaces of flanged joints, example 3 . 25
Figure 6 – Holes in surfaces of spigot joints, example 1 . 25
Figure 7 – Holes in surfaces of spigot joints, example 2 . 26
Figure 8 – Holes in surfaces of spigot joints, example 3 . 26
Figure 9 – Examples of joint constructions . 27
Figure 10 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 1 . 32
Figure 11 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 2 . 32
Figure 12 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 3 . 32
Figure 13 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 4 . 32
Figure 14 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 5 . 32
Figure 15 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 6 . 32
Figure 16 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 7 . 33
Figure 17 – Example of cylindrical joint for shaft of rotating electrical machine . 36
Figure 18 – Example of labyrinth joint for shaft of rotating electrical machine . 36
Figure 19 – Example of joint with floating gland for shaft of rotating electrical machine . 36
Figure 20 – Joints of shaft glands of rotating electrical machines . 37
Figure 21 – Component test rig for breathing and draining devices . 41
Figure 22 – Example of possible documentation . 48
Figure 23 – Example of a regular shaped waveform . 54
Figure 24 – Example of an irregular shaped waveform . 54
Figure C.1 – Examples of blanking elements for unused entries . 77
Figure C.2 – Device for the sealing tests for cable glands . 79
Figure C.3 – Examples of Ex thread adapters . 82
Figure E.1 – Fitting of diode arrangement for three cells in series . 88
Figure E.2 – Fitting of blocking diodes to meet E.4.3 (third example). 89
Figure G.1 – Flameproof enclosure with containment system . 97

Table 1 – Number of non-transmission tests for level of protection “da” . 20
Table 2 – Minimum width of joint and maximum gap for enclosures of Groups I, IIA
and IIB . 29
Table 3 – Minimum width of joint and maximum gap for Group IIC enclosures . 30
Table 4 – Cylindrical threaded joints . 31
a, c
Table 5 – Taper threaded joints . 31
Table 6 – Conditions for the determination of maximum surface temperature . 51
Table 7 – Test factors for reduced ambient conditions . 53
Table 8 – Relative pressures for small equipment . 55
Table 9 – Reduction in length of a threaded joint for non-transmission test . 57

Table 10 – Test factors to increase pressure or test gap (i ) . 57
E
Table 11 – Minimum distance of obstructions from flameproof “d” flange openings . 58
Table 12 – Gas/air mixtures . 59
Table 13 – Static pressures . 64
Table 14 – Text of caution or warning markings . 69
Table 15 – Text of informative markings . 70
Table C.1 – Tightening torque values, metric . 81
Table C.2 – Tightening torque values, NPT . 82
Table E.1 – Acceptable primary cells . 86
Table E.2 – Acceptable secondary cells . 87
Table F.1 – Mechanical properties for screws and nuts . 91

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International Standard IEC 60079-1 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 31:
Equipment for explosive atmospheres.
This seventh edition cancels and replaces the sixth edition, published in 2007, and constitutes
a technical revision.
The significance of the changes between IEC 60079-1, Edition 7.0 (2014) and IEC 60079-1
Edition 6.0 (2007) (including Corrigendum 1 (2008)), is as listed below:
Type
Explanation of the significance of the changes Clause Minor and Extension Major
editorial technical
changes changes
Normative references
2 X
(Removal of the edition date from the reference for
IEC 60079-0)
Requirements for level of protection “da”
4.2 X
(Catalytic sensors of portable combustible gas detectors)
Requirements for level of protection “dc”
4.4, 15.5 X
(“Enclosed break” devices from IEC 60079-15)
Flameproof joints, General requirements
5.1 X
(Documentation clarification and examples of corrosion
inhibiting grease)
Flameproof joints, General requirements
5.1 X
(Specific Conditions of Use that joints are not intended to
be repaired)
Flameproof joints, General requirements
5.1 X
(Electroplating more than 0,008 mm thick)
Non-threaded joints, Gap (i)
5.2.2 X
(Intentional gaps between surface for flanged joints)
Serrated joints
5.2.8 X
(Use and test requirements)
Multi-step joints
5.2.9 X
(Not less than 3 adjacent segments and two path changes)
Minimum width of joint and maximum gap for enclosures of
Table 2 X
groups IIA and IIB
(Maximum gaps for flanged, cylindrical or spigot joints of
9,5 mm minimum width and volume greater than 2 000 cm3)
Minimum width of joint and maximum gap for enclosures of
Table 2, X
groups I, IIA, IIB and IIC
Table 3
(ISO 80000-1 for constructional value rounding)
Cylindrical threaded joints
Table 4 X
(ISO 965-1 standard in respect of thread form or quality of fit)
Taper threaded joints
Table 5 X
(External and internal thread construction)
Cemented joints 6.1.2
C1
(Supplemental mechanical means of securement)
Cemented joints
6.1.2 X
(Evaluation criteria if there is leakage)
Fused glass joints
6.2 X
(Glass-to-metal joints)
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Type
Explanation of the significance of the changes Clause Minor and Extension Major
editorial technical
changes changes
Thermal tests of breathing and draining devices
10.9.3.2 X
(Temperature class based on external surface temperature
after the 10 min test period)
Test of the ability of the breathing and draining device to
10.9.3.4 X
withstand pressure
(Relocated from before thermal tests to after the non-
transmission test)
Ex component certificate
10.9.4 X
(Service temperature range for non-metallic enclosures per
IEC 60079-0)
Fasteners and openings
11 X
(Relocation of blanking element content to 13.8 and C.2.3)
Fasteners and openings, Property class or yield stress
11.3 X
(Certificate specific condition of use)
Fasteners and openings
11.8 X
(Openings in the wall of the enclosure)
Materials
12.8  C2
(Material limitation in acetylene atmospheres)
Entries for flameproof enclosures, General
13.1 X
(Metric and NPT threaded entries)
Entries for flameproof enclosures, General
13.1 X
(Group I non-threaded joints)
Entries for flameproof enclosures, Non-threaded holes
13.3 X
(Group I application)
Entries for flameproof enclosures, Cable glands
13.4 X
(Group I application)
Cable glands, Conduit sealing devices
13.4,13.5 X
(Documentation to facilitate mounting)
Plugs and sockets and cable couplers
13.6.4  C3
(Load requirement for arc-quenching test)
Bushings
13.7 X
(Documentation to facilitate mounting)
Blanking elements
13.8 X
(Relocated from Clause 11)
Verification and tests
Table 6 X
(Maximum surface temperature conditions)
Type tests
15 X
(Sequence and number of samples for tests)
Determination of explosion pressure, General
15.2.2.2 X
(Devices that can cause turbulence)
Determination of explosion pressure, General
15.2.2.2 X
(Number of tests for Group IIC)
Determination of explosion pressure, General
15.2.2.4 X
(Pressure pilling for Group IIB)

Type
Explanation of the significance of the changes Clause Minor and Extension Major
editorial technical
changes changes
Determination of explosion pressure, General
15.2.2.5 X
(Equipment marked for a single gas)
Overpressure test, General
15.2.3 X
(Low ambient overpressure tests not required)
Overpressure test – First method (static)
15.2.3.2 X
(3 times option when routine batch testing)
Overpressure test – First method (static)
15.2.3.2 X
(Adjustment for low ambient due to small size of equipment)
Overpressure test – Second method (dynamic)
15.2.3.3 X
(Number of tests to be made)
Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition
15.3 X
(Clarification regarding grease)
Reduction in length of a threaded joint for non-transmission
Table 9 X
test
(ISO 965-1 and 965-3 standards in respect of thread form
and quality of fit)
Test factors to increase pressure or test gap
Table 10 X
(Group IIC adjustments for elevated ambients)
Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition, Groups I,
15.3.2.3 X
IIA and IIB
(Number of tests to be made)
Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition, Group IIC
15.3.3.2 X
testing by increased gap
(Number of te
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IEC 60079-1 ®
Edition 7.0 2014-06
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
colour
inside
Explosive atmospheres –
Part 1: Equipment protection by flameproof enclosures “d”

Atmosphères explosives –
Partie 1: Protection du matériel par enveloppes antidéflagrantes «d»

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CODE PRIX XD
ICS 29.260.20 ISBN 978-2-8322-1663-7

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 8
1 Scope . 16
2 Normative references . 16
3 Terms and definitions . 17
4 Level of protection (equipment protection level, EPL) . 19
4.1 General . 19
4.2 Requirements for level of protection “da” . 19
4.3 Requirements for level of protection “db” . 20
4.4 Requirements for level of protection “dc” . 20
4.4.1 General . 20
4.4.2 Construction of “dc” devices . 20
4.4.3 Tests for “dc” devices . 20
5 Flameproof joints . 21
5.1 General requirements . 21
5.2 Non-threaded joints . 22
5.2.1 Width of joints (L) . 22
5.2.2 Gap (i) . 22
5.2.3 Spigot joints. 22
5.2.4 Holes in joint surfaces . 23
5.2.5 Conical joints . 25
5.2.6 Joints with partial cylindrical surfaces (not permitted for Group IIC) . 25
5.2.7 Flanged joints for acetylene atmospheres . 26
5.2.8 Serrated joints . 26
5.2.9 Multi-step joints . 27
5.3 Threaded joints . 30
5.4 Gaskets (including O-rings) . 30
5.5 Equipment using capillaries . 32
6 Sealed joints. 32
6.1 Cemented joints . 32
6.1.1 General . 32
6.1.2 Mechanical strength. 32
6.1.3 Width of cemented joints . 33
6.2 Fused glass joints . 33
6.2.1 General . 33
6.2.2 Width of fused glass joints . 33
7 Operating rods . 33
8 Supplementary requirements for shafts and bearings. 34
8.1 Joints of shafts . 34
8.1.1 General . 34
8.1.2 Cylindrical joints . 34
8.1.3 Labyrinth joints . 34
8.1.4 Joints with floating glands . 34
8.2 Bearings . 36
8.2.1 Sleeve bearings . 36
8.2.2 Rolling-element bearings . 36

9 Light-transmitting parts . 36
10 Breathing and draining devices which form part of a flameproof enclosure . 37
10.1 General . 37
10.2 Openings for breathing or draining . 37
10.3 Composition limits . 37
10.4 Dimensions . 37
10.5 Elements with measurable paths . 37
10.6 Elements with non-measurable paths . 37
10.7 Removable devices . 38
10.7.1 General . 38
10.7.2 Mounting arrangements of the elements . 38
10.8 Mechanical strength . 38
10.9 Breathing devices and draining devices when used as Ex components . 38
10.9.1 General . 38
10.9.2 Mounting arrangements of the elements and components . 38
10.9.3 Type tests for breathing and draining devices used as Ex components . 38
10.9.4 Ex component certificate . 41
11 Fasteners and openings . 42
12 Materials . 43
13 Entries for flameproof enclosures . 44
13.1 General . 44
13.2 Threaded holes . 44
13.3 Non-threaded holes (for Group I only) . 44
13.4 Cable glands . 45
13.5 Conduit sealing devices . 45
13.6 Plugs and sockets and cable couplers . 46
13.7 Bushings . 47
13.8 Blanking elements. 47
14 Verification and tests . 47
15 Type tests . 48
15.1 General . 48
15.2 Tests of ability of the enclosure to withstand pressure . 49
15.2.1 General . 49
15.2.2 Determination of explosion pressure (reference pressure) . 49
15.2.3 Overpressure test . 52
15.3 Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition . 53
15.3.1 General . 53
15.3.2 Electrical equipment of Groups I, IIA and IIB. 55
15.3.3 Electrical equipment of Group lIC . 56
15.4 Tests of flameproof enclosures with breathing and draining devices . 57
15.4.1 General . 57
15.4.2 Tests of ability of the enclosure to withstand pressure . 57
15.4.3 Thermal tests . 58
15.4.4 Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition . 58
15.5 Tests for “dc” devices . 59
15.5.1 General . 59
15.5.2 Preparation of “dc” samples . 59
15.5.3 Test conditions for “dc” devices . 59

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16 Routine tests . 60
16.1 General . 60
16.2 Enclosures not incorporating a welded construction . 61
16.3 Enclosures incorporating a welded construction . 61
16.4 Bushings not specific to one flameproof enclosure . 61
16.5 Acceptance criteria . 61
16.6 Batch testing . 61
17 Switchgear for Group I . 62
17.1 General . 62
17.2 Means of isolation . 62
17.2.1 General . 62
17.3 Doors or covers . 62
17.3.1 Quick-acting doors or covers . 62
17.3.2 Doors or covers fixed by screws . 62
17.3.3 Threaded doors or covers . 63
18 Lampholders and Iamp caps . 63
18.1 General . 63
18.2 Device preventing lamps working loose . 63
18.3 Holders and caps for lamps with cylindrical caps. 63
18.4 Holders for lamps with threaded caps . 63
19 Non-metallic enclosures and non-metallic parts of enclosures . 63
19.1 General . 63
19.2 Resistance to tracking and creepage distances on internal surfaces of the
enclosure walls . 64
19.3 Requirements for type tests . 64
19.4 Test of erosion by flame . 64
20 Marking . 64
20.1 General . 64
20.2 Caution and warning markings . 65
20.3 Informative markings . 65
21 Instructions . 65
Annex A (normative)  Additional requirements for crimped ribbon elements and
multiple screen elements of breathing and draining devices . 66
Annex B (normative) Additional requirements for elements, with non-measurable
paths of breathing and draining devices . 67
B.1 Sintered metal elements . 67
B.2 Pressed metal wire elements . 67
B.3 Metal foam elements . 68
Annex C (normative) Additional requirements for flameproof entry devices . 69
C.1 General . 69
C.2 Constructional requirements . 69
C.2.1 Sealing methods . 69
C.2.2 Flameproof joints . 70
C.2.3 Constructional requirements for Ex blanking elements . 71
C.2.4 Constructional requirements for Ex thread adapters. 73
C.3 Type tests . 73
C.3.1 Sealing test . 73
C.3.2 Test of mechanical strength . 74

C.3.3 Type tests for Ex blanking elements . 75
C.3.4 Type tests for Ex thread adapters . 76
Annex D (normative) Empty flameproof enclosures as Ex components . 78
D.1 General . 78
D.2 Introductory remarks . 78
D.3 Ex component enclosure requirements . 78
D.4 Utilization of an Ex component enclosure certificate to prepare an equipment
certificate . 80
D.4.1 Procedure . 80
D.4.2 Application of the schedule of limitations . 80
Annex E (normative) Cells and batteries used in flameproof “d” enclosures . 81
E.1 Introductory remarks . 81
E.2 Acceptable electrochemical systems . 81
E.3 General requirements for cells (or batteries) inside flameproof enclosures . 82
E.4 Arrangement of safety devices . 82
E.4.1 Prevention of excessive temperature and cell damage . 82
E.4.2 Prevention of cell polarity reversal or reverse charging by another cell
in the same battery . 83
E.4.3 Prevention of inadvertent charging of a battery by other voltage sources
in the enclosure . 83
E.5 Recharging of secondary cells inside flameproof enclosures . 84
E.6 Rating of protection diodes and reliability of protection devices . 85
Annex F (informative) Mechanical properties for screws and nuts . 86
Annex G (normative) Additional requirements for flameproof enclosures with an
internal source of release (containment system) . 87
G.1 General . 87
G.2 Release conditions. 87
G.2.1 No release . 87
G.2.2 Limited release of a gas or vapour . 88
G.2.3 Limited release of a liquid . 88
G.3 Design requirements for the containment system . 88
G.3.1 General design requirements . 88
G.3.2 Infallible containment system . 88
G.3.3 Containment system with a limited release . 89
G.4 Type tests for the containment system . 89
G.4.1 Overpressure test . 89
G.4.2 Leakage test for an infallible containment system . 89
G.4.3 Leakage test for a containment system with a limited release . 90
Annex H (normative) Requirements for machines with flameproof “d” enclosures fed
from converters . 91
H.1 General . 91
H.2 Construction requirements for bearings . 91
H.3 Temperature requirements . 91
Bibliography . 92

Figure 1 – Example of construction for indirect checking of a flanged Group I
flameproof joint . 22
Figure 2 – Spigot joints . 23
Figure 3 – Holes in surfaces of flanged joints, example 1 . 24

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Figure 4 – Holes in surfaces of flanged joints, example 2 . 24
Figure 5 – Holes in surfaces of flanged joints, example 3 . 24
Figure 6 – Holes in surfaces of spigot joints, example 1 . 24
Figure 7 – Holes in surfaces of spigot joints, example 2 . 25
Figure 8 – Holes in surfaces of spigot joints, example 3 . 25
Figure 9 – Examples of joint constructions . 26
Figure 10 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 1 . 31
Figure 11 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 2 . 31
Figure 12 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 3 . 31
Figure 13 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 4 . 31
Figure 14 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 5 . 31
Figure 15 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 6 . 31
Figure 16 – Illustration of the requirements concerning gaskets – Example 7 . 32
Figure 17 – Example of cylindrical joint for shaft of rotating electrical machine . 35
Figure 18 – Example of labyrinth joint for shaft of rotating electrical machine . 35
Figure 19 – Example of joint with floating gland for shaft of rotating electrical machine . 35
Figure 20 – Joints of shaft glands of rotating electrical machines . 36
Figure 21 – Component test rig for breathing and draining devices . 39
Figure 22 – Example of possible documentation . 45
Figure 23 – Example of a regular shaped waveform . 51
Figure 24 – Example of an irregular shaped waveform . 51
Figure C.1 – Examples of blanking elements for unused entries . 72
Figure C.2 – Device for the sealing tests for cable glands . 74
Figure C.3 – Examples of Ex thread adapters . 77
Figure E.1 – Fitting of diode arrangement for three cells in series . 83
Figure E.2 – Fitting of blocking diodes to meet E.4.3 (third example) . 84
Figure G.1 – Flameproof enclosure with containment system . 87

Table 1 – Number of non-transmission tests for level of protection “da” . 20
Table 2 – Minimum width of joint and maximum gap for enclosures of Groups I, IIA
and IIB . 28
Table 3 – Minimum width of joint and maximum gap for Group IIC enclosures . 29
Table 4 – Cylindrical threaded joints . 30
a, c
Table 5 – Taper threaded joints . 30
Table 6 – Conditions for the determination of maximum surface temperature . 48
Table 7 – Test factors for reduced ambient conditions . 50
Table 8 – Relative pressures for small equipment . 52
Table 9 – Reduction in length of a threaded joint for non-transmission test . 54
Table 10 – Test factors to increase pressure or test gap (i ) . 54
E
Table 11 – Minimum distance of obstructions from flameproof “d” flange openings . 54
Table 12 – Gas/air mixtures . 55
Table 13 – Static pressures . 60
Table 14 – Text of caution or warning markings . 65

Table 15 – Text of informative markings. 65
Table C.1 – Tightening torque values, metric . 76
Table C.2 – Tightening torque values, NPT . 77
Table E.1 – Acceptable primary cells . 81
Table E.2 – Acceptable secondary cells . 82
Table F.1 – Mechanical properties for screws and nuts . 86

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International Standard IEC 60079-1 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 31:
Equipment for explosive atmospheres.
This seventh edition cancels and replaces the sixth edition, published in 2007, and constitutes
a technical revision.
The significance of the changes between IEC 60079-1, Edition 7.0 (2014) and IEC 60079-1
Edition 6.0 (2007) (including Corrigendum 1 (2008)), is as listed below:

Type
Explanation of the significance of the changes Clause Minor and Extension Major
editorial technical
changes changes
Normative references
2 X
(Removal of the edition date from the reference for
IEC 60079-0)
Requirements for level of protection “da”
4.2 X
(Catalytic sensors of portable combustible gas detectors)
Requirements for level of protection “dc”
4.4, 15.5 X
(“Enclosed break” devices from IEC 60079-15)
Flameproof joints, General requirements
5.1 X
(Documentation clarification and examples of corrosion
inhibiting grease)
Flameproof joints, General requirements
5.1 X
(Specific Conditions of Use that joints are not intended to
be repaired)
Flameproof joints, General requirements
5.1 X
(Electroplating more than 0,008 mm thick)
Non-threaded joints, Gap (i)
5.2.2 X
(Intentional gaps between surface for flanged joints)
Serrated joints
5.2.8 X
(Use and test requirements)
Multi-step joints
5.2.9 X
(Not less than 3 adjacent segments and two path changes)
Minimum width of joint and maximum gap for enclosures of
Table 2 X
groups IIA and IIB
(Maximum gaps for flanged, cylindrical or spigot joints of
9,5 mm minimum width and volume greater than 2 000 cm3)
Minimum width of joint and maximum gap for enclosures of
Table 2, X
groups I, IIA, IIB and IIC
Table 3
(ISO 80000-1 for constructional value rounding)
Cylindrical threaded joints
Table 4 X
(ISO 965-1 standard in respect of thread form or quality of fit)
Taper threaded joints
Table 5 X
(External and internal thread construction)
Cemented joints 6.1.2
C1
(Supplemental mechanical means of securement)
Cemented joints
6.1.2 X
(Evaluation criteria if there is leakage)
Fused glass joints
6.2 X
(Glass-to-metal joints)
Thermal tests of breathing and draining devices
10.9.3.2 X
(Temperature class based on external surface temperature
after the 10 min test period)
Test of the ability of the breathing and draining device to
10.9.3.4 X
withstand pressure
(Relocated from before thermal tests to after the non-
transmission test)
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Type
Explanation of the significance of the changes Clause Minor and Extension Major
editorial technical
changes changes
Ex component certificate
10.9.4 X
(Service temperature range for non-metallic enclosures per
IEC 60079-0)
Fasteners and openings
11 X
(Relocation of blanking element content to 13.8 and C.2.3)
Fasteners and openings, Property class or yield stress
11.3 X
(Certificate specific condition of use)
Fasteners and openings
11.8 X
(Openings in the wall of the enclosure)
Materials
12.8  C2
(Material limitation in acetylene atmospheres)
Entries for flameproof enclosures, General
13.1 X
(Metric and NPT threaded entries)
Entries for flameproof enclosures, General
13.1 X
(Group I non-threaded joints)
Entries for flameproof enclosures, Non-threaded holes
13.3 X
(Group I application)
Entries for flameproof enclosures, Cable glands
13.4 X
(Group I application)
Cable glands, Conduit sealing devices
13.4,13.5 X
(Documentation to facilitate mounting)
Plugs and sockets and cable couplers
13.6.4  C3
(Load requirement for arc-quenching test)
Bushings
13.7 X
(Documentation to facilitate mounting)
Blanking elements
13.8 X
(Relocated from Clause 11)
Verification and tests
Table 6 X
(Maximum surface temperature conditions)
Type tests
15 X
(Sequence and number of samples for tests)
Determination of explosion pressure, General
15.2.2.2 X
(Devices that can cause turbulence)
Determination of explosion pressure, General
15.2.2.2 X
(Number of tests for Group IIC)
Determination of explosion pressure, General
15.2.2.4 X
(Pressure pilling for Group IIB)
Determination of explosion pressure, General
15.2.2.5 X
(Equipment marked for a single gas)
Overpressure test, General
15.2.3 X
(Low ambient overpressure tests not required)
Overpressure test – First method (static)
15.2.3.2 X
(3 times option when routine batch testing)

Type
Explanation of the significance of the changes Clause Minor and Extension Major
editorial technical
changes changes
Overpressure test – First method (static)
15.2.3.2 X
(Adjustment for low ambient due to small size of equipment)
Overpressure test – Second method (dynamic)
15.2.3.3 X
(Number of tests to be made)
Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition
15.3 X
(Clarification regarding grease)
Reduction in length of a threaded joint for non-transmission
Table 9 X
test
(ISO 965-1 and 965-3 standards in respect of thread form
and quality of fit)
Test factors to increase pressure or test gap
Table 10 X
(Group IIC adjustments for elevated ambients)
Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition, Groups I,
15.3.2.3 X
IIA and IIB
(Number of tests to be made)
Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition, Group IIC
15.3.3.2 X
testing by increased gap
(Number of tests to be made)
Test for non-transmission of an internal ignition, Group IIC
15.3.3.4 X
(Oxygen enrichment of test gases)
Thermal tests of enclosures with breathing and draining
15.4.3.1 X
devices
(Temperature class based on external surface temperature
after the 10 min test period)
Tests for “dc” devices
15.5 X
(“Enclosed break” devices from IEC 60079-15)
Routine tests, General
16.1.2 X
(Adjustment for low ambient due to small size of equipment)
Routine tests, General
16.1.3 X
(Options when second method is chosen)
Routine tests, General
16.3 X
(Welded joint inspection options)
Routine tests, General
16.6 X
(Allowance for batch testing)
Switchgear for Group I
17.2.2, X
17.2.3
(Clarifying need for compliance with EPL Mb types of
protection)
Non-metallic enclosures and non-metallic parts of
19.1 X
enclosures, General
(Exception for cemented joints)
Non-metall
...

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