Nonincendive Circuit


Electrical Code

Nonincendive Circuit [as applied to Hazardous (Classified) Locations]

A circuit, other than field wiring, in which any arc or thermal effect produced under intended operating conditions of the equipment, is not capable, under specified test conditions, of igniting the flammable gas-air, vapor-air, or dust-air mixture.

Informational Note: Conditions are described in ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2013, Nonincendive Electrical Equipment for Use in Class I and II, Division 2, and Class III, Divisions 1 and 2 Hazardous (Classified) Locations.

(National Electrical Code® 100-1)