Tiger-Vac — 3D Printing
ATEX-10A (40L) HEPA
Pneumatic ATEX vacuum for combustible metal dust — Zone 1/21
- ATEX II 2GD — Ex h IIC T6 Gb / Ex h IIIC T85°C Db
- Pneumatic motor: continuous operation, no overheating
- 40-litre stainless steel 304 tank
- HEPA H14 — 99.97% at 0.3 µm
- 68 dB(A) — low noise level
- 3D printing tool kit available (camlock)
- EN 17348:2022 compliant
II 2GD — Ex h IIC T6 Gb • Ex h IIIC T85°C Db • 0°C ≤ Ta ≤ +40°C
EN 17348:2022 — Vacuum cleaners for use in explosive atmospheres
All conductive parts < 10 Ω — static dissipating throughout
Metal powder processes — including selective laser melting (SLM), direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) and electron beam melting (EBM) — generate fine, combustible metallic dust. Titanium, aluminium, stainless steel and reactive alloy powders can form explosive atmospheres in both Zone 1 (gas) and Zone 21 (dust). The Tiger-Vac ATEX-10A (40L) HEPA is designed precisely for this environment: a pneumatically driven vacuum with ATEX II 2GD certification, 40 litres of stainless steel 304 tank capacity, HEPA filtration and a resistance below 10 ohms throughout the entire system.
Because the motor is air-driven, there are no electrical ignition sources inside the vacuum. The unit can run continuously without heat build-up or wear — a decisive advantage in production environments where downtime is costly. At 68 dB(A), the noise level is among the lowest in its class for pneumatic equipment.
Dry recovery for metal powders
The ATEX-10A (40L) is configured for dry recovery: fine metal dust is captured in the 40-litre stainless steel tank through a combination of mechanical pre-separation and downstream HEPA filtration. The H14 HEPA filter retains 99.97% of particles at 0.3 micron, ensuring that nothing escapes into the surrounding atmosphere. Emptying is straightforward, and the tank can be lined with conductive disposable bags for dust-free disposal.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Motor type | Pneumatic (air-operated) |
| Air flow | 187 m³/h |
| Vacuum pressure | 2790 mmH₂O |
| Input air pressure | 5.5 bar |
| Input air volume | 16.5–21.2 L/s |
| Minimum compressor | 15 HP |
| Air line diameter | 1/2” (12.7 mm) |
| Tank capacity | 40 litres |
| Tank material | Stainless steel 304 |
| Filter | HEPA H14, 99.97% at 0.3 µm |
| ATEX classification | II 2GD |
| Ex marking (gas) | Ex h IIC T6 Gb — Zone 1 |
| Ex marking (dust) | Ex h IIIC T85°C Db — Zone 21 |
| Sound level | 68 dB(A) |
| Suction inlet | 38 mm |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 66 × 56 × 132 cm |
| Weight | 52.2 kg |
| Operating temperature | 0°C ≤ Ta ≤ +40°C |
| Standard | EN 17348:2022 |
| Item number | 113117 / 113117-3D (with tool kit) |
Included accessories
Frequently asked questions
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