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Crowcon Vortex FP | Flameproof Gas Detection Control Panel | Exd, 12 channels, 440 x 640 x 332 mm
The Crowcon Vortex FP is an ATEX certified Exd flameproof control panel for gas detection in Zone 1 and Zone 2, such as on offshore production platforms and refineries. Its 440 x 640 x 332 mm LM25 aluminium enclosure weighs about 70 kg and houses a 150 W supply. Magnetic switches on the display let the system be interrogated or inhibited without opening the enclosure.
Key features
- Front-panel push buttons for day-to-day operation without hot-work permits
- Up to 12 channels with all Vortex features
- Modbus RTU as standard, Profibus optional
- Continuous relay monitoring
- Vortex PC configuration software
- Specifications
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| Part Number | Vortex FP |
| Brand | Crowcon |
| Size | 440 x 640 x 332 mm |
| Weight | approx. 70 kg |
| Power | 110 or 240 Vac, 3.2 A max; 150 W PSU |
| Enclosure | LM25 aluminium, polyester powder coated |
| Ingress protection | IP66 |
| Channels | Up to 12 (1-3 four-way input modules) |
| Gas inputs | 2- or 3-wire 4-20 mA (sink/source), 0-5 V |
| Fire inputs | Up to 3 loops, 20 devices per loop |
| Communications | RS-485 Modbus or Profibus; RS-232 configuration link |
| Relays | Up to 32 SPCO with bus extension (limited by input module count) |
| Operating temperature | -10 to +40 °C |
| Approvals | ATEX Ex II 2G D, Zone 1/2; IECEx optional; IEC 61508 validated |
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