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  The pharmaceutical sector is characterized by the highest regulatory requirements and poses very specific challenges for explosion protection.
- Energy
  Experience in the energy sector has long been part of BARTEC's expertise, and megatrends such as the handling of hydrogen or liquefied natural gas (LNG) are becoming increasingly important.
- Manufacturing and Logistics
  Many industrial production and transport processes would be inconceivable without explosion protection. We provide safety wherever combustible gases, vapors, mists, or dusts are used.
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- Food and Beverages
  Where potential sources of explosion such as dust or gases prevail, BARTEC provides customer-specific solutions in explosion-protected working environments.
Industries
Oil and Gas
We have decades of specialized experience in meeting the high requirements of the oil and gas industry.

Chemical
The chemical industry – including petrochemicals – with its potentially explosive production processes is one of our most important fields of application.

Pharmaceuticals
The pharmaceutical sector is characterized by the highest regulatory requirements and poses very specific challenges for explosion protection.

Energy
Experience in the energy sector has long been part of BARTEC's expertise, and megatrends such as the handling of hydrogen or liquefied natural gas (LNG) are becoming increasingly important.

Manufacturing and Logistics
Many industrial production and transport processes would be inconceivable without explosion protection. We provide safety wherever combustible gases, vapors, mists, or dusts are used.

Hydrogen
Hydrogen can be harnessed efficiently and responsibly, thanks to our advanced explosion protection solutions.

Food and Beverages
Where potential sources of explosion such as dust or gases prevail, BARTEC provides customer-specific solutions in explosion-protected working environments.
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Service and Support
Consulting
Our experts provide comprehensive advice on our wide range of products and custom-tailored solutions.

Engineering
We are a one-stop shop for the implementation of large-scale solutions custom-tailored to specific requirements.

After Sales
Our global partner network means that our experts are always where you need us.

Returns and Repair
Service is a top priority at BARTEC. Our group of companies provides the support capabilities of a global world market leader.

The Enterprise Mobility Support Portal
Useful resources for the Enterprise Mobility portfolio or create a new support ticket.

E-Waste Management (BARTEC India)
Information regarding our e-waste recycling policy for India.

Return Merchandise (BARTEC Americas)
You'll find our returns policy for the US here.
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- About BARTEC
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  Read exciting blog articles and interesting case studies on the subject of explosion protection.
- Events
  View our current worldwide trade fair dates.
Company
About BARTEC
BARTEC as a unique provider in the field of explosion protection – with more than 45 years of experience.

News and Media
Our media portal archives all our press releases and company announcements for quick access.

Compliance
Our work is firmly anchored in our corporate compliance rules and our Code of Conduct.

Quality Management
We are proud of the quality of our products and offerings – which we monitor through our quality management processes.

Social Responsibility
We live responsibility – and we like to take on volunteer projects that benefit our communities.

BARTEC Partner Program
Our unique partner network is the backbone of our capabilities. Benefit from the opportunities offered by a win-win partnership.

Suppliers
Our supplier portal provides you with important information, such as our general terms and conditions of business and conditions of purchase.

Magazine
Read exciting blog articles and interesting case studies on the subject of explosion protection.

Events
View our current worldwide trade fair dates.
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- Work/study program
  For a future-proof combination of theory and practice, we offer several combined work/study programs in conjunction with the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University.
- Internship
  Discover interesting tasks in highly exciting work areas such as explosion protection.
Careers
Working at BARTEC
Get to know the BARTEC culture and values and enjoy an open, international working environment with exciting tasks and a clear purpose.

Vacancies
See all job postings from our recruiters.

Training
As a training organization, we are proud of our track record for developing skilled employees, and we offer safe, well-founded, and sought-after training courses.

Work/study program
For a future-proof combination of theory and practice, we offer several combined work/study programs in conjunction with the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University.

Internship
Discover interesting tasks in highly exciting work areas such as explosion protection.
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Product Xbeam™ A EX 2.4GHz & 5.0GHz

Xbeam™ A EX 2.4GHz & 5.0GHz

Antenna for 2.4GHz & 5.0GHz wireless networks in Zone 1

ANTD**

Benefits

The antenna can be utilized in:

Wi-Fi
WLAN
ZIGBEE
Other 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz applications

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Marking

ATEX:
II 2 G Ex eb IIC T6 Gb
II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T85°C Db

IECEx:
Ex eb IIC T6 Gb
Ex tb IIIC T85°C Db

Ambient Temperature

-40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +60°C

Certification

IECEx
- EN
ATEX
- EN
UKEX
- EN

Description

The Xbeam™ A EX is an ATEX and IECEx approved RF antenna for creating wireless networks (typically Wi-Fi) and wireless telemetry systems in hazardous area. The antenna is not limited to a specific network protocol and can be used for any 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz application. The antenna is optimized for use in steel and concrete structure environments where multipath effects and reflections are present.

The Xbeam A EX is a preferred solution where the access point/radio can be placed in safe zone or safe area and where cable length does not exceed 30 meters. The antenna can also be used with Ex e, Ex d or Ex p solutions.

Compatibility	802.11a/b/g/n
Frequency	2.4GHz and 5GHz or 2.4-5.8GHz
Polarization	Vertical
Max input voltage	20 V (EX limitation)
Max input power	2 Watts (EX limitation)
Height	140 mm 180 mm incl. bracket
Width, diameter	Ø 30 mm 45 mm incl. bracket
Mounting method	Wall/mast bracket
Weight, incl bracket	100 g
Ingress protection	IP66/IP67

Installation instruction Xbeam A EX
- EN

EU - Declaration of Conformity - Xbeam A EX
- DE
- EN
- FR
UK-Declaration of Conformity - Xbeam A EX
- EN

Data Sheet - Xbeam A EX
- EN