Crowcon Vortex FP Compact Control Panel

Product Overview

Crowcon Vortex FP

The Vortex FP and Vortex FP Compact, manufactured by Crowcon, are ATEX certified Ex d Flameproof control panels for use in Zone 1 or Zone 2 hazardous areas such as on offshore production platforms or within refineries.

Both offer all of the standard Crowcon Vortex features, as well as a display fitted with magnetic switches which enable the system to be interrogated or inhibited without opening the system enclosure.

Gas Detection Control Panel Features

• All the day-to-day operations can be completed via push buttons on the front panel – removing the requirement for hot-work permits to complete everyday tasks
• Fault and alarm LEDs on the front panel – providing instant indication of system status
• Alarm and channel settings can be adjusted at the panel
• Available in two sizes, including a compact format – for use in areas where space is a limiting factor
• Uses Vortex PC software – customisation is easy and user-friendly
• Uses industry standard Modbus RTU (or optionally Profibus) communications links – simple to integrate with PLC, DCS or SCADA control systems

Crowcon Vortex Specification

Visit hazardous area gas detectors for explosion and flameproof gas monitoring and detection instruments with certification for potentially explosive atmospheres, including Zone 1 and Zone 2 (according to ATEX and IECEx) and Class/Division categories (according to North American standards).