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Zone System (Explosive Dust Atmospheres) Area Classification Definitions The North American Class/Division system for dusts (Class II) is quite different to the IEC system for Explosive Dust Atmospheres. In 2005 the NEC added Rules for Explosive Dust Atmospheres in Article 506, and in 2015 the CE Code similar Rules to Section 18. Similar to how the adoption of IEC System for Explosive Gas Atmospheres the NEC permits use of either the Class/Division System or Zone System, whereas in Section 18 the CE Code mandates the use of the Zone System for all new construction and allows existing facilities to continue to use the Class/ Division Rules in Annex J. Perhaps the most significant difference between the systems is that the Zone system includes both Class II (dusts) and Class III (easily ignited fibers and flyings).

Like the system for Explosive Gas Atmospheres, the Zone system for combustible dusts has three levels of hazard as opposed to the 2 levels of hazard in the Class/Division system. Zone 20 Area in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is present continuously, or for long periods or frequently. Zone 21 Area in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally. Zone 22 Area in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, will persist for a short period only.

CLASS II SYSTEM DUST AND CLASS III FIBERS AND FLYINGS

ZONE SYSTEM FOR EXPLOSIVE DUST ATMOSPHERES

Class II, Divisions 1 & 2 Class III, Divisions 1 & 2

Zones 20, 21, 22

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