The MEDC XB8BB024CNR Intrinsically Safe Beacon is a robust, weatherproof visual warning device designed for use in hazardous areas where explosive gas atmospheres may be present. Engineered for demanding offshore and onshore environments, it is ideally suited to the oil, gas, petrochemical, and process industries.
Constructed from UV-stable glass reinforced polyester (GRP) with a durable polycarbonate lens, the XB8BB024CNR is designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions while providing reliable visual signalling. Its high IP66/IP67 ingress protection rating ensures excellent resistance to dust and water, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations.
The beacon utilises a 0.5 Joule xenon discharge tube to deliver a highly visible flash at a rate of one flash per second, providing an effective visual warning in hazardous locations. With a tube life exceeding 1 million flashes, the unit offers dependable long-term performance with minimal maintenance requirements.
Certified for ATEX Zones 0, 1 and 2, the beacon is suitable for intrinsically safe applications and operates from a 24V supply via a suitable intrinsically safe barrier.
Key Features
- Intrinsically safe xenon beacon for hazardous area applications.
- Certified for use in ATEX Zones 0, 1 and 2.
- Rugged UV-stable glass reinforced polyester (GRP) enclosure.
- High-impact clear polycarbonate lens.
- Weatherproof IP66/IP67 rated construction.
- High-intensity 0.5 Joule xenon discharge tube.
- Flash rate of 1 flash per second.
- Long tube life exceeding 1 million flashes.
- Suitable for offshore, onshore, oil, gas, petrochemical, and industrial environments.
- Operates from a 24V supply via a suitable intrinsically safe barrier.
Specifications
- Model: XB8BB024CNR
- Certification: CENELEC EN50014, EN50020 & EN50039
- ATEX Certificate: BAS02ATEX1258X
- Protection: EEx ia IIB T4
- Hazardous Area Classification: Zones 0, 1 & 2
- Enclosure Material: UV-stable glass reinforced polyester (GRP)
- Lens Material: Clear polycarbonate
- Finish: Red
- Light Source: Xenon discharge tube
- Lens Colour: Clear
- Flash Energy: 0.5 Joules
- Flash Rate: 1 flash per second
- Terminal Capacity: 8 × 2.5mm²
- Cable Entries: Up to 3 × M20 knockouts
- Operating Voltage: 24V DC (via suitable intrinsically safe barrier)
- Current Consumption: 71mA (maximum nominal)
- Ingress Protection: IP66 / IP67
- Operating Temperature: -55°C to +60°C
- Tube Life: >1 × 10⁶ flashes
- Weight: 1.4kg