Intrinsically Safe Lights
When searching our selection of flashlights, you will come across a category titled “Intrinsically Safe.” At surface level, this sounds like a great option for everyone, but today we will take a closer look at what this classification actually means.
For starters it is good to know that this is not a classification regulated by OSHA or ANSI, as is common with many of our products. Instead, these lights are validated by ATEX/IECEx/UL/CSA.
Our light vendor, Nightstick, gives us some great insight into why we have this style of light. They share that intrinsically safe lights are “designed to eliminate risks from heat, sparks, and electrical discharge” and are “essential in explosive environments such as refineries, chemical plants, and fuel storage areas.” It is important to note that many standard rugged or waterproof flashlights do not meet the requirements of intrinsically safe lighting.
For a light to be considered intrinsically safe, there are three expectations. First, there is “controlled energy output” which requires that electrical and thermal energy be limited to prevent sparks or heat from igniting anything surrounding it. Second, these lights must include certified parts. Specifically, these critical parts include the battery, circuitry, and switches which are all independently tested and verified. Finally, intrinsically safe lights require “fault-condition protection” which keeps the light operating safely in instances of short circuits or other failures.
Depending on your working environment, intrinsically safe lights may or may not be on your radar. However, if you work in a setting where risks of ignition are present, this category of light is essential. While that does mean your options are a bit more limited, it does not mean that you have no options at all. Between handheld flashlights, headlamps, and area lights, the available intrinsically safe light options are broad and more than sufficient to meet the needs of your environment.
As with all areas of safety, we are here to help you discern the best options for your workplace. Give us a call at 919-602-2503 or reach out to marketing@safetypackonline.com with any questions, we are happy to help!
More on Intrinsically Safe Lights can be found here.
Intrinsically Safe Lighting
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Original price $165.40 - Original price $165.40Original price$165.40$165.40 - $165.40Current price $165.40Intrinsically Safe Dual-Light Headlamp Kit w/Zero-Band Mount, MagMate™ USB UL913 / ATEX - USB Rechargeable
NightstickLow/High-brightness wide-beam floodlight Red/Green wide-beam floodlight Engineered polymer housing Dual switches located on front of light Adjust...
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Original price $105.90 - Original price $105.90Original price$105.90$105.90 - $105.90Current price $105.90INTRANT® DUO Turbo Intrinsically Safe Dual-Light Angle Light
NightstickcETLus, ATEX, and IECEx listed Intrinsically Safe LED technology Flashlight – Floodlight – Dual-Light 8 User-selectable brightness settings for...
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Original price $105.90 - Original price $105.90Original price$105.90$105.90 - $105.90Current price $105.90INTRANT® DUO Intrinsically Safe Dual-Light Angle Light
NightstickcETLus, ATEX, and IECEx listed Intrinsically Safe LED technology Flashlight – Floodlight – Dual-Light 8 User-selectable brightness settings for...
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Original price $352.80 - Original price $352.80Original price$352.80$352.80 - $352.80Current price $352.80INTEGRITAS™ 82 Intrinsically Safe Lantern w/Articulating Head - Rechargeable - Green
NightstickcETLus listed Intrinsically Safe Adjustable tilting head 1,750 Lumens for 5 hours High/Low beam functionality Rear green LED lights Low batt...
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Original price $515.95 - Original price $515.95Original price$515.95$515.95 - $515.95Current price $515.95INTEGRITAS™ 84 Intrinsically Safe Lantern w/Magnet & Articulating Head - Rechargeable - Green
NightstickcETLus, ATEX and IECEx-certified Intrinsically Safe Adjustable tilting head 600 Lumens for 13 hours Rear-mounted rubber base with a powerful ra...
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