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Robust seals in hazardous
electrical installations
Five best practices for achieving:
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Develop a knowledge of the characteristics of
different sealing systems and specific
requirements of various standards bodies such
as NEC and IEC for Class I Division I and II and
Zone I environments.
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There are limits to all sealing compounds.
Users should follow ALL manufacturers’
installation instructions and pay attention to
the details of the installation.
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Sealing compounds are required to adhere to
many different substrate materials. Familiarize
yourself with the strength and adhesion
properties of the compound, and monitor
cleanliness, surface finish and base material to
ensure a robust finished seal.
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Seals are formed through chemical reactions
and are highly dependent on temperature.
Pay close attention to the temperature during
installation and the entire curing process.4
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Develop an annual inspection program to
help maintain the integrity of the entire electrical
system by ensuring the seals are performing as
expected and any that have started to
deteriorate are replaced.
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Read our IEEE paper on The Advantages, Challenges and
Critical Aspects of Achieving Robust Seals
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