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Explosion Proof Emergency Lights & Exit Signs

Standard egress fixtures are not engineered for areas with flammable gases, vapors, or combustible dust. Our Explosion Proof Emergency Lights and Explosion Proof Exit Signs are purpose-built for classified environments and comply with UL 844, NFPA 101, and NEC (NFPA 70) guidelines. For non-electrical applications, consider our self-luminous exit signs (select models are Explosion Proof rated).

Explosion Proof / HazLoc UL 844 Luminaires NFPA 101 Egress 90-Minute Backup Sealed / Corrosion-Resistant

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Each solution is engineered for reliable egress illumination in Class I environments, featuring sealed housings, impact-resistant construction, and battery backup for outage scenarios. These fixtures support code-compliant safety in mechanical rooms, wastewater facilities, fuel depots, chemical processing plants, and other high-risk areas.

💡 What is Class I, Division 2? Locations where flammable gases or vapors are handled or processed but are not normally present at explosive concentrations. Equipment must be sealed and ignition-proof to prevent sparks during normal operation or emergencies.

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✅ Hazardous Location Emergency & Exit Signs Buying Guide

Emergency and exit signs used in hazardous environments must be certified to withstand specific risks such as explosion, ignition, and corrosion. Here's what to evaluate:

  • UL 844 Listing: Confirms the fixture is approved for use in Class I, II, or III Div 1 or Div 2 hazardous areas.
  • Class Rating: Match the fixture’s classification (e.g., Class I Div 2) with the hazards present—gases, vapors, dust, or fibers.
  • Sealed and Gasketed Construction: Look for explosion-resistant enclosures that prevent sparks, gases, or dust from entering the housing.
  • Battery Backup: Integrated batteries must provide 90 minutes of emergency illumination. Browse hazardous emergency lights for code-compliant units.
  • Exit Sign Visibility: Choose hazardous-rated exit signs with LED or nuclear exit signs and field-selectable chevrons for visibility during power loss.
  • Combo Fixtures: For space-saving solutions, consider hazardous exit sign and light combos with integrated emergency heads.
  • Corrosion and Impact Resistance: Many models use polycarbonate or powder-coated housings to withstand chemicals and extreme conditions.

FAQs About Hazardous Location Emergency & Exit Signs

❓ What is considered a hazardous location?

A hazardous location is any area where flammable gases, vapors, dust, or fibers may be present in the atmosphere. These are classified by the NEC as Class I, II, or III Div 1 or Div 2 zones.

❓ Are these fixtures UL listed?

Yes. All hazardous location emergency and exit signs are UL 844 listed and meet UL 924 and NFPA 101 life safety requirements.

❓ Where are hazardous-rated fixtures required?

They’re required in industrial plants, chemical processing sites, wastewater treatment facilities, grain silos, fuel depots, and other potentially explosive environments.

❓ Do they include battery backup?

Yes. All models include battery backup to provide a minimum of 90 minutes of emergency illumination. You can shop hazardous-rated emergency lights here or explore integrated combo units.

❓ Can exit signs be used in Class I Div 2 areas?

Absolutely. Our Class I Div 2 compliant exit signs are built for locations where flammable gases may be present intermittently.

❓ Are combo units available?

Yes. For compact, all-in-one solutions, browse our explosion-proof exit sign and emergency light combos designed for hazardous locations.