Lcie 13 Atex — 3069 X

The certification code refers to a specific technical safety document issued by the Laboratoire Central des Industries Électriques (LCIE) Bureau Veritas . This French laboratory is an authorized notified body (identification number 0081) responsible for certifying electrical and mechanical equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres under European Directive 2014/34/EU.

Devices certified under LCIE 13 ATEX 3069 X are designed for hazardous environments where flammable gases or combustible dusts are present. Typical technical features for equipment in this category include:

The "X" suffix is perhaps the most important part of this code for an onsite technician. It signals that the general ATEX rules are not enough for this specific device. Common "special conditions" found in such schedules might involve: lcie 13 atex 3069 x

The certifying body, LCIE Bureau Veritas , which performs rigorous testing to ensure equipment meets essential health and safety requirements. 13: The year of initial certification (2013).

In the European Union, ATEX certification is a legal requirement for any equipment marketed for use in explosive atmospheres. For industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, and pharmaceuticals, using properly certified equipment such as that under certificate 3069 X ensures: The certification code refers to a specific technical

Mitigates the risk of catastrophic ignition in high-risk zones.

Requirements often include connection to certified intrinsically safe circuits to ensure the energy level remains below ignition thresholds. Why This Certification Matters Typical technical features for equipment in this category

Indicates compliance with the European ATEX Directives for explosive atmospheres.

Suitable for use in Zone 1 & 2 (gas) and Zone 21 & 22 (dust).