
EN
14302224.01 01/2023 EN/DE
Additional operating instructions TC82, TC83, intrinsically safe designs (Ex i)6
2. Safety
2.1 Explanation of symbols
WARNING!
... indicates a potentially dangerous situation that can result in serious injury or
death, if not avoided.
DANGER!
... indicates a potentially dangerous situation in the hazardous area that can
result in serious injury or death, if not avoided.
2.2 Intended use
The thermometers described here are suitable for temperature measurement in hazardous
areas like e.g. sulphur recovery units (SRU).
The electrical thermometer model TC82-F-*I* or TC83-F-*I* is made of a module (model
TC8x-M), which is fitted to an suitable case.
The cases shall either come along with their own IECEx/ATEX certification or they shall
comply to the minimum requirements.
IP protection:
At least IP20 for gas hazardous environments and at least IP6X for dust hazardous
environments. For types with a transmitter installed, the specification in the transmitters
certificate shall be followed. Light metal enclosures, however, shall be suitable in
accordance with EN/IEC 60079-0 clause 8. Non-metal enclosures or powder-coated
enclosures shall additionally comply with the electrostatic requirements of EN/IEC 60079-0
or have a corresponding warning marking. Refer to the section „Specific conditions for safe
use“ for Ex i models (no. 1 and no. 2).
The module TC82-M, TC83-M consists of the flange assembly with ceramic tubes, all
parts of electrical insulation of the thermocouple wires and a gas-tight bushing to limit the
flameproof area and the intrinsically safe area.
The sensing part of the module is made of ceramic insulated thermocouple wires.
3 different variants of thermometers TC82-F-*I* or TC83-F-*I* are available:
■Variant 1:The thermometer (module) model TC82-M or TC83-M is fitted to a suitable
case.Terminals are mounted inside the case.
■Variant 2:The thermometer (module) model TC82-M or TC83-M is fitted to a suitable
case. Electronic equipment is mounted inside the case.
■Variant 3:The thermometer (module) model TC82-M or TC83-M is fitted to a certified
apparatus (transmitter) in the type of protection “Intrinsically safe”.
The module TC82-M, TC83-M is designed to fit to a suitable enclosure by the end user.
2. Safety