Product Details
Ruffneck® FX6 heaters are CULUS-certified for use in hazardous locations, engineered for the most stringent environments such as dry indoor industrial applications, oil refineries, petrochemical plants, pulp and paper mills, grain elevators, hazardous waste storage facilities, and wastewater treatment plants, where specific explosive gases or dust may be present. They can operate in extreme environments with low ambient temperatures as low as -58°F (-50°C). The FX6 features a larger junction box for easier installation, additional limit controls, and a heavy-duty heater core assembly housed in a durable, epoxy-coated 12-gauge steel cabinet that protects the motor and fan assembly. It includes adjustable louvers for airflow direction, a narrow gap two-piece fan guard for safety, and all fasteners are zinc plated for corrosion resistance. The heaters are built for longevity, undergoing exhaustive technical analysis and testing during design and development while adhering to a registered quality assurance program, ensuring consistent safety and reliability. Key features include a hazardous location rating of Class I, Divisions 1 and 2; Groups C and D; Class II, Groups E, F, and G; Class II Division 2, Groups F & G; and Class I Zones 1 & 2, Groups IIA & IIB with a Temperature Code of T3B [329°F (165°C)]. Enclosures meet NEMA Type 7 & 9 standards and are designated for dry indoor use only, with explicit instructions to avoid immersion in water or exposure to rain and snow. Backup overpressure protection is standard on all units.
