What is intrinsically safe flashlight?

Intrinsically Safe Flashlights must complete rigorous testing under potentially explosive conditions. A flashlight that carries an Intrinsically Safe rating is approved for use in hazardous working conditions where the hazard is likely to occur under normal operating conditions.

What is an explosion proof flashlight?

These battery-powered or rechargeable flashlights can be taken where needed to bring light into dark or dimly lit areas. They’re commonly used to provide light for emergency situations, nighttime navigation, maintenance work, and security patrols.

Are LED flashlights explosion proof?

Yes, some LED light fixtures are explosion proof. If you choose the correct LED light fixture for your location, with the help of an LED lighting partner to ensure it is the appropriate luminaire, then LED lighting is the perfect choice for your hazardous location.

What is a Division 1 flashlight?

Division 1 designates an environment where ignitable concentrations of flammable gases, liquids, vapors or dusts can exist some of the time or all of the time under normal operating conditions or where easily ignitable fibers and flyings are manufactured, handled or used.

Are there any flashlights that are explosion proof?

Intrinsically safe flashlights PREVENT an explosion. Explosion proof equipment CONTAINS an explosion. Virtually all safety rated handheld flashlights are intrinsically safe for their specific environments; they are NOT “explosion proof,” nor should they be.

Is it safe to use a Class 1 flashlight?

The reality is that a flashlight is only intrinsically safe for the specific environment it was tested for. For example, a Class I, Div 1 flashlight is intrinsically safe for a Class I, Div 1 environment, but it is not necessarily intrinsically safe for a Class II, Div 1 environment.

Why are explosion proof lights used in hazardous locations?

Because of this, many businesses that operate in hazardous locations make use of explosion proof lights to prevent the ignition of flammable gases and dust particles. LED technology has contributed to the features of explosion proof lights by making them more reliable, sturdy and cost-effective. Not Interested in LEDs?

Where can I buy a safety approved flashlight?

You can find a wide variety of safety-approved flashlights on BrightGuy.com. BrightGuy stocks over 450 types of flashlights and is an authorized distributor for Streamlight, Nightstick, Fenix, Bright Star , Princeton Tec, Petzl, LED Lenser, Pelican, and more. This article is meant as a guide to navigate flashlight safety ratings.