Explosion Proof

Explosion proof motors are engineered to safely operate in hazardous environments where combustible gases or dust may be present.

For harsh and demanding environments

ABB offers Explosion Proof motors that are certified for Class I, Division 1 hazardous locations. These motors are designed for environments where ignitable gases, vapors, or dust are always or frequently present under normal operating conditions.

Features that matter

Offer a wide variety of enclosure construction from industrial steel band open designs used in relatively clean environments; to totally enclosed cast iron designs where exposure to water, dust, and corrosives exists.

Robust design

Heavy duty cast iron and steel band designs maximize reliability with flameproof enclosures designed for hazardous environments, preventing ignition.

Premium efficient electrical designs

All motors meet or exceed NEMA Premium® efficiency energy requirements for US, Canada and Mexico.

Certified hazardous locations

UL and CSA are the certifying bodies that approve and label our electric motors for use in Division based hazardous locations per NFPA70 National Electric Code (NEC) and C22.1, the Canadian Electric Code.

Safe operation

Division 1 for hazardous locations - Designed for safe operation in a wide variety of applications where hazardous gases or dust is or may be present

Reliable performance

Baldor-Reliance and ABB NEMA Motors are engineered with safety and performance in mind.

Inverter Duty

All 3 phase motors are inverter duty per NEMA MG1 Part 31

Fit for purpose

Choose the right explosion proof motor based off Division, Class, and Group type.

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Common Applications

Division 1 hazardous areas, Chemical plants, On and off shore drill rig services, Bulk fuel terminals, Bulk handling conveyors, Fans, Pumps, Compressors

Industries

ABB’s Explosion Proof motors are designed to provide exceptional performance and long life in harsh industrial processing applications. These premium construction heavy duty electric motors include features designed to protect against contamination, moisture, vibration and demanding duty cycles in hazardous locations.

Chemical, oil and gas

ABB is focused on helping energy companies operate more efficiently to reduce their environmental impact, while enabling new, clean energy value chains to fuel our future.

Water & Wastewater Treatment

From water intake and treatment, through transportation to distribution to waste water collection and treatment - motors are the heartbeat of your water treatment operations.

Pulp & Paper

To maximize production, your pulp and paper processes must run reliably every day. Motors and drives are key to ensuring precise control of speed and torque to meet your process demands.

Mining & Aggregate

In the mining and aggregate industries, success depends on the reliable power and performance of motors and drives. These critical systems drive everything from mineral extraction to crushing, processing, and conveying materials.

Metals and foundries

ABB's high quality products are built to perform in metals' hot and dusty environments. This process requires large amounts of energy, high dynamics, precision, and overload capabilities.

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