The WL-50 Worklite is a lightweight, high-performance portable light, weighing just over 9 kg powerful illumination. It features a rugged, powder-coated die-cast aluminum construction, and is ATEX and IECEx certified for use in hazardous environments (Zones 1, 2, 21, and 22). The WL-50 is designed for harsh industrial and offshore use, offering exceptional durability, flexibility, and safety in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Certification
Ex tb IIIC T135°C Db
Technical Specifications:
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WL-50/WL-50HT ATEX/IECEX LED MINI WORKLITE |
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PRODUCT REFERENCE |
WL-50 |
WL-50HT |
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION |
High Power Rechargeable Battery Worklite™ |
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Code |
II 2 GD Ex eb ib mb IIC T4 Gb Ex tb IIIC T135°C Db |
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Type of Protection |
'eb' Increased safety, ‘ib’ Intrinsic Safety, 'mb' Encapsulation, ' tb' Enclosure Protection |
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Area of Classification (Gas) |
Zones 1 and 2, Gas Groups IIA, IIB, IIC |
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Temp. Classification (Gas) |
T4 |
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Area of Classification (Dust) |
Zones 21 and 22, Dust Groups IIIA, IIIB, IIIC |
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Max Surface Temp. (Dust) |
T135°C |
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Ambient Temperature |
-20°C to +45°C |
-20°C to +50°C |
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Certificate |
CML 18ATEX3373X IECEX CML 18.0199X |
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Enclosure |
Die Cast Aluminium |
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Lens |
Toughened Glass Lens |
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Beam Type |
Spot Beam with a Flood of Low Level Fringe Light |
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LIGHT SOURCE |
TYPE |
High Power LED |
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POWER/OUTPUT |
18 x High Power LEDs / Up to 3100 lm at source |
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LIFE |
100,000hrs+ (Fitted for Life) |
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Power Source |
PART NO |
W-3200 |
W-3200 |
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BATTERY TAPE |
Rechargeable Battery, Sealed Gel Lead Acid |
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VOLTS |
12V |
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CAPACITY |
10Ah |
9Ah |
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LIFE |
Up to 200 Recharge Cycles |
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Low Battery Indicator |
Yes |
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Light Duration - High / Low |
Up to 5hrs / 10hrs |
Up to 4.5hrs / 9hrs |
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Ingress Protection |
IP66 and IP67* to IEC60529 |
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Weight (inc. battery) |
9.3kg |
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Charger Input |
100 - 254 Vac |
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Recharge Time |
8hrs |
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* Being certified to both IP66 and IP67, the Worklite™ is "dust tight" and protects against powerful water jets and immersion up to 1 metre
What is ATEX and what does exproof mean? The ATEX directive is a set of European Union standards that define the safety requirements for equipment used in hazardous areas with explosive atmospheres. Exproof (Explosion-proof) refers to protection methods designed to prevent explosions by inhibiting the formation of sparks or electrical arcs in environments containing flammable gases, dust, or vapors. To ensure life and property safety in industrial facilities, the use of ATEX-certified exproof devices is a legal requirement.
ATEX Zone coding is a technical classification based on the frequency and duration of the occurrence of an explosive atmosphere in a given area. While the terms Zone 0, 1, and 2 are used for risks originating from gas, vapor, and mist; the codes Zone 20, 21, and 22 are designated for environments containing combustible dust. This classification is a legal standard that determines the required Equipment Protection Level (EPL) for devices. Accurate zone identification both optimizes operational costs and minimizes occupational safety risks.
In addition to ATEX certification, some projects may also require the IECEx Certification System (International Electrotechnical Commission Explosive Atmospheres System) certification. IECEx is an internationally recognized conformity assessment system for equipment intended for use in explosive atmospheres.
While ATEX is a European Union directive and a legal requirement within the European market, IECEx is a globally accepted certification system, widely preferred in regions such as the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.
From a technical perspective, both ATEX and IECEx are based on similar standards (e.g., the EN/IEC 60079 series). However:
Therefore, while ATEX certification may be sufficient for certain projects, international tenders or critical industries such as oil & gas often prefer or require products that are certified to both ATEX and IECEx standards.
The appropriate certification should be determined based on the project location, client requirements, and application area.
