
Delfin MTL 451 Inert Z21
Compact Zone 21 certified vacuum cleaner with liquid bath for explosive dust
The Delfin MTL 451 INERT Z21 is a mobile industrial vacuum cleaner designed for the safe collection of gunpowder and metal dust in the most hazardous areas of indoor shooting ranges. With Notified Body certification (IECEx/ATEX 1/2D) and H14 HEPA filtration, it effectively neutralizes reactive dust in full compliance with the strictest EU ATEX and occupational health requirements.
Certified safety – ATEX Zone 21
The MTL 451 INERT Z21 is approved for use in Zone 21 (II 1/2D) and operates in an internal Zone 20 environment. Its liquid bath technology neutralizes dust directly in inert fluid, eliminating the risk of sparks, heat buildup, or static electricity. Certification by Notified Body 0081 provides documented assurance of safety for explosive dust.
Why the liquid bath is essential
Experience from incidents in both Europe and the USA shows that standard ATEX vacuums are not sufficient in Zone 21 when only using dry collection. With the MTL 451’s liquid bath, dust is immediately isolated and neutralized, breaking the ignition chain directly inside the collection tank.
Complete protection and user-friendliness
The MTL 451 INERT Z21 combines H14 HEPA filtration (99.995% retention at MPPS according to EN 1822) with full ESD grounding, manual filter cleaning, and a compact design. Its 45-liter AISI304 stainless steel tank makes disposal and handling simple, while the robust construction ensures durability for intensive use in shooting ranges and technical rooms.
Application areas
ATEX Zone 21 (with liquid bath):
- Bullet traps and backstops with powder and metal dust
- Emptying of containers and filters with unknown or reactive dust
- Reloading areas and powder spills
- Small technical rooms and shafts with accumulated dust
- Smaller shooting houses and container ranges
Supplementary HEPA H14 protection:
- Changing rooms and exit zones against lead contamination
- Corridors and storage areas
- Workshops and maintenance areas
Neutralizing the risk
Contact us for advice on Zone 21 classification and liquid bath technology – we will help you choose the documented solution for the most critical areas of your shooting range.
Technical data for Delfin MTL 451 Inert Z21
| Model Name | MTL 451 INERT Z21 |
|---|---|
| Use Zone | Zone 20 (internal) / Zone 21 (external) |
| Marking | II 1/2D Ex h tb IIIC T80°C (int) / T95°C (ext) Da/Db |
| EX Category | CE EX 21 1/2D |
| Voltage | 115/230 V – 50/60 Hz – 1~ |
| Power | 1.1 kW |
| Current Draw | 8 A |
| Max Vacuum Pressure | 2250 mmH₂O |
| Max Airflow | 215 m³/h |
| Suction Inlet | 50 mm |
| Inert Liquid Capacity | 10 liters |
| Inert Liquid Capacity + Collected Material | 15 liters |
| Noise Level | 74 dB(A) |
| Dimensions | 61 × 66 × 133 cm |
| Weight | 52 kg |
| Primary Filter | Star / pocket filter |
| Filter Surface and Diameter | 20,000 cm² – Ø 420 mm |
| Filter Media and Class | Polyester ANT M |
| Air Load on Filter | 108 m³/m²/h |
| Cleaning System | Manual |
| Absolute Filter Class H | Included |
| Absolute Filter Surface | 11,000 cm² |
| Filtration Class | H14 – 99.995% at MPPS according to EN 1822 |




