Ex-proof Intelligent PTZ cameras
Explore our range of high-performance ATEX certified Explosion Proof Intelligent PTZ Cameras. Enhance your security with precision-designed PTZ cameras that offer durable construction and advanced features. Shop now!
An explosion-proof PTZ camera brings pan, tilt and zoom control to a fully ATEX and IECEx certified housing, so a single camera can watch large areas of hazardous plant and zoom in on detail when needed. The flameproof enclosure contains any internal spark, letting the motorised camera operate safely in Zone 1/2 gas and Zone 21/22 dust atmospheres.
Ideal for refineries, tank farms, jetties and large petrochemical sites, an intelligent ATEX PTZ camera covers ground that would otherwise need several fixed cameras. Many offer long-range optical zoom, preset patrols and 4G connectivity for remote sites, streaming to your phone. Rugged stainless-steel construction and wiper or wash options keep it working in corrosive, dirty industrial conditions.
How to choose an explosion-proof PTZ camera
- Confirm your hazardous-area zone and gas or dust group, as this sets which ATEX or IECEx certified PTZ camera is legally suitable for the site.
- Match the optical zoom to the distances involved: long-range zoom lets one camera read detail across a large plant, jetty or tank farm.
- Check the housing and IP rating: 316L stainless steel and a high IP rating withstand wash-downs, salt air and corrosive petrochemical environments.
- Look at intelligent features: preset patrols, auto-tracking and alarm-driven positioning make a single PTZ far more useful across a big site.
- Plan connectivity and maintenance: a 4G option suits remote sites, and a built-in wiper or wash keeps the lens clear so the zoom stays usable.
Frequently asked questions
What is an explosion-proof PTZ camera?
An explosion-proof PTZ camera is an ATEX or IECEx certified camera with motorised pan, tilt and zoom, safe for hazardous areas. Its flameproof housing contains any spark from the motors and electronics, so one camera can survey a large area of plant and zoom in on detail without risk of igniting the atmosphere.
Why use an ATEX PTZ camera instead of fixed cameras?
A single ATEX PTZ camera can cover an area that would otherwise need several fixed cameras, panning across a plant and zooming in on any point of interest. On large refineries, tank farms and jetties this reduces the number of certified cameras, cabling and mounting positions needed while improving flexibility.
How far can an explosion-proof PTZ camera zoom?
It depends on the model, but many offer long-range optical zoom, often 20x to 30x or more, letting one camera read detail such as gauges, valves or people across a large site. Choose the zoom range to suit the distances you need to monitor from the camera's position.
Can an ATEX PTZ camera be controlled remotely?
Yes. Explosion-proof PTZ cameras are controlled over the network, and 4G-connected models let you pan, tilt and zoom, and run preset patrols, from a phone or control room anywhere. This suits remote hazardous sites where operators are not permanently on location.
What intelligent features do explosion-proof PTZ cameras offer?
Intelligent ATEX PTZ cameras can include preset patrol routes, auto-tracking of moving targets, and alarm-triggered positioning that swings the camera to a detected event. Combined with long-range zoom, these features let one certified camera actively monitor a large hazardous site rather than just recording a fixed view.