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Protego In-Line Deflagration Flame Arrester FA-CN-IIC

The Protego FA-CN-IIC is a compact, concentric-design flame arrester engineered specifically for hydrogen/air mixture applications (Explosion Group IIC). It provides bi-directional protection against deflagration and allows safe process flow, even with small liquid droplets or particle loads. Its easy-access cover enables fast cleaning and filter maintenance without removing the pipeline. Designed with a larger-than-usual gap width, it ensures low pressure dropand optimal performance in hydrogen systems.

Hydrogen/air deflagration protection

Tool-free maintenance access cover

Modular, service-friendly filter unit

Explosion Group Compatibility:

IIC (MESG < 0.50 mm)

Operating Pressure:

Up to 1.1 bar / 15.9 psi

L/D Ratio (Max):

Varies by size: from 30 (DN 40–50) down to 5 (DN 300)

Installation Orientation:

Horizontal or vertical

Flange Connections:

EN 1092-1 Form B1 ASME B16.5 CL 150 RF (others on request)

Nominal Sizes (DN):

DN 40 (1½″) to DN 300 (12″)

Operating Temperature:

Up to +60 °C / 140 °F

Certifications:

ATEX, EN ISO 16852 compliant

Flow Direction:

Bi-directional

The FA-CN-IIC is ideal for hydrogen storage, pipelines, electrolyzers, fuel cells, and any system handling Group IIC gases. It suits both process and safety-critical operations where reliable flame transmission protection and cleanability are essential.

Optimized for hydrogen and hydrogen/air mixtures, the unit is effective across all Group IIC gases. Its concentric design allows passage of fine liquid droplets or particles without compromising flame-arresting performance.

Protects against low-pressure hydrogen deflagration

Bi-directional flame stopping under dynamic conditions

Minimal pressure drop for energy-efficient systems

Modular FLAMEFILTER® unit for easy cleaning

ATEX & ISO certified for hazardous environments

Design Variants:

FA-CN-IIC – Basic inline model

FA-CN-IIC-T – With one integrated temperature sensor

FA-CN-IIC-TB – With two integrated temperature sensors

Customizable Options:

Special housing materials (on request)

Flame filter materials: Stainless Steel (standard), others available

Alternative pressure/temperature designs

Custom L/D ratios or sensor orientations

Documentation

Complete In-House Manufacturing Control

From forging and casting to machining, assembly, and testing — every step is managed under one roof to ensure consistent quality, faster lead times, and zero compromise.

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