Protection

Explore electrical protection systems, devices, and fault prevention methods

Explosion-proof EX lighting fixture and EX junction box installed in a hazardous area

Explosion-Proof Electrical Equipment and ATEX Zones

In industries like oil and gas, chemical plants, and grain silos, safety is a top priority—especially where flammable gases or dust are present. That’s where ATEX-certified explosion-proof equipment becomes essential. In this blog, we break down what ATEX is, how to read its markings, and the safety zones and protection types it defines. What Is ATEX? ATEX stands

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Featured image showing IP rating symbols for dust and water protection in electrical enclosures

Ingress Protection (IP): What Electrical Engineers Must Know

When working with electrical equipment—especially in industrial or outdoor environments—you might have come across labels like IP44, IP67, or IP20. But what do these numbers actually mean? In this post, we’ll break down the Ingress Protection (IP) Rating system: what it is, how it works, and why it’s crucial when selecting components like enclosures, sensors, lights, and switches. 1. What

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Illustration showing the working principle of a current transformer (CT) in electrical systems

Understanding Current Transformers: Types and Applications

Have you ever wondered how we safely measure high currents in power systems without damaging our instruments? That’s exactly why we use a current transformer, or simply CT. In this blog, we’ll walk you through what a CT is, how it works, and the important parameters and accuracy classes that define its performance. Stick around

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