Magnalight.com Adds Explosion Proof Extension Cords to Hazardous Location Equipment Range

Larson Electronics Magnalight announced the addition of explosion proof extension cords with switches. The EPEXC-100-ILS is a UL Class 1 Division 1 rated 100 foot extension cord that can be used to enable operators to extend the range of corded hand lamps, drop lights, pedestal mount lights and tripod mount lights for hazardous area use.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) June 10, 2009 -- The explosion proof extension cord with inline switch (http://www.magnalight.com/p-2029-explosion-proof-extension-cord-with-inline-switch.aspx) is attached to the explosion proof light or other hazardous area equipment outside the hazardous area and then the appliance is used normally within that class rated environment. Fitted with explosion proof plug and a switch-able Class 1 Division 1 socket, the EPEXC models enable the operator to switch on/off Class 1 Division 1 rated lights or blowers within the hazardous location work area.

Rob Bresnahan, President of Larson Electronics, explained, "Typically, explosion proof lights are used for cleaning tanks and vessels, munitions areas, plant maintenance or petrochemical, air base and shipyard applications. Wherever the concentration of flammable vapors or dusts are deemed hazardous, operators conducting inspection and maintenance operations require the use of explosion proof lights, explosion proof ventilation fans (https://www.magnalight.com/c-181-explosion-proof-ventilation-fans.aspx), etc. While a drop light with a 25 foot cord may be suitable for one job, another job may require a longer cord. This explosion proof extension cord enables the operator to extend the cord length of existing equipment, instead of buying new equipment. Since you can't just splice on new cord or change the cord length of explosion proof lights in the field, the Class 1 Division 1 extension cord adds that versatility. Since most explosion proof lighting does not include a switch, this extension cord offers a switch that will enable operator to switch the attached lights on or off. Typically, the operator has to leave the work environment to unplug the explosion proof light from the external power source to turn off the light. Thus, operators can save time and benefit from the convenience of being able to control light output at the job site."

Larson Electronics Magnalight offers a wide variety of UL 844 and UL 783 rated lighting and blowers for use in hazardous location areas. Ranging from Class 1 Division 1 explosion proof, paint spray booth rated fluorescent lights and Class II Division 1 compact fluorescent drop lights to explosion proof strobe lights (http://www.magnalight.com/c-154-explosion-proof-lights.aspx) and blowers, Magnalight.com builds on their "one stop shop" approach to hazardous location needs. You can learn more about Larson Electronics at magnalight.com or by calling 1-800-369-6671.

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