Paint booth lighting question

[newlywv]

I am needing to replace the lights in my paint booth with explosion proof lights suitable for paint booth use.

My question is do I need to replace the entire light fixture? Or is there a housing that will hold regular flourescent lights to make them explosion proof?

Where is the best place and prices to get what I need?

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Rich

 

[Gooch]

I am needing to replace the lights in my paint booth with explosion proof lights suitable for paint booth use.

My question is do I need to replace the entire light fixture? Or is there a housing that will hold regular flourescent lights to make them explosion proof?

Where is the best place and prices to get what I need?

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Rich

Your best bet is going to be getting ahold of a sales rep from Crouse-Hinds or Kilark. Do you know the exact classification of the space? Class I Div. I or Div II? Group A, B, C, or D?

I havn't seen anything other than replacing the entire light fixture, but doesn't mean there isn't a retrofit kinda deal out there.

 

[jdieter]

Explosion proof fixture will get pricey real quick. Is it possible to install plexiglass windows and use standard fixtures outside the booth.

 

[newlywv]

I am thinking a complete booth package is going to be cheapest.
Rich

 

[Docholiday]

I agree. If u have a claim there will be no problems. Inspection documented is very important. Then u have peace of mind. Also u will have correct controls for fire an fan, lights shut down.

 

[PRH44]

Explosion proof fixtures are very salty. Most paint booths I have been involved have openings in the booth filled with glass. The fixtures are on the outside shinning through the glass. This is usually done with a standard fixture out side of the class 1 division 1 area.
Wiring inside and around the booth openings have special consideration and it isn't the cheapest.

 

[Docholiday]

Explosion proof fixtures are very salty. Most paint booths I have been involved have openings in the booth filled with glass. The fixtures are on the outside shinning through the glass. This is usually done with a standard fixture out side of the class 1 division 1 area.
Wiring inside and around the booth openings have special consideration and it isn't the cheapest.

That is correct! I think it is 8' from an opening have to exp. proof. At least that's what I recall on doing the last one. And if any opening like a door is opened or a fire while painting the fan an air for paint is shut down. Everything is a nice little package if u buy complete.

 

[Norcal]

Standard fixtures behind wired glass are the most common way, as hazardous location fixtures expensive, from what I heard somewhere around $1500 ea., A AFC brand spray booth I wired came w/ a couple fixtures classified for the conditions that were installed at the entrance door & the double doors at the other end, would have loved to had the money it cost to run the heater. 1.1 million BTU natural gas heater & a 30,000 BTU pilot light....

 

[Grumpy365]

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