Newson Gale's VESX50-IP magnetic grounding clamp utilizes magnetic technology to provide a strong and robust low resistance connection to any ferrous metal surface (body of a drum, container, IBC) without the reliance on an obvious clamping point, such as an earth pin, bar, tab. It also allows a connection method where the process does not allow a traditional earthing clamp to be fitted like closed drum filling or where mixing lids prevent a sound connection of a spring loaded clamp.
The stainless-steel grade 304 clamp body houses two neodymium magnets and wiring. Its powerful combination of sharp spring-loaded tungsten carbide tips complemented by the strength of two neodymium magnets ensures that connection inhibitors such as paint coatings, product deposits or corrosion does not prevent the clamp from making a low resistance (≤10 Ohms) connection to equipment due to be grounded.
Notes: VESX50-IP does not include spiral cable or quick connector. Please refer to the magnetic chart tab for a list of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
Features
- Stainless Steel 304 construction body
- Strongest type of commercial Neodymium magnets
- Easy removal - roll on, roll off
- Quick connect functionality for easy removal out of hazardous location
- Monitors up to 10 Ohms (or less)
- Can be integrated into the Earth-Rite® and Bond-Rite® systems to ensure a true verified ground connection
Specifications
- Type: Magnetic Static Grounding Clamp
- Applications: Grounding and bonding metal objects ranging from small cans to 55 gallon drums, metal totes, and IBCs
- Cable Can Be Used With: 10 ft. (3 m.), 16 ft. (5 m.), 32 ft. (10 m.) or 50 ft. (15 m.) 2 pole Cen-Stat Blue Spiral Cable with Anti-UV / Static Dissipative Hytrel Coating
- Clamp Material: Stainless Steel SS304/A2 Body, Stainless Steel Springs, Nylon, Viton ‘O’ Ring, Tungsten Carbide Tips and Neodymium Magnets
- Operating Temperature: -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to +60°C)
- Dimensions: 5.24 in. x 1.42 in. x 3.78 in. (133 mm. x 36 mm. x 96 mm.)
- Wire Diameter: 2 x 17 AWG copper (1.00 mm²) - Overall OD 0.3 in./7.5 mm.
- Weight: 1.15 lbs. (0.52 kgs.)
- IECEx Certification:
- Ex h IIC T6 Ga
- Ex h IIIC T85°C Da
- Ta = -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to +60°C)
- IECEx EXV 20.0033
Magnetic Chart
| Metal | Magnetic Properties | Composition |
|---|---|---|
| Cobalt | Ferromagnetic | Element |
| Hematite | Ferromagnetic | Iron (III) Oxide (Fe2O3) |
| Iron, Cast | Ferromagnetic | Alloy of Iron, >2.5% C, 1-3% Si & traces of Mg, S & P |
| Iron, Soft | Ferromagnetic | Element |
| Iron, Wrought | Ferromagnetic | Alloy of Iron & traces of C, P, Si, S & Mn |
| Nickel | Ferromagnetic | Element |
| Steel, Carbon | Ferromagnetic | Alloy of Iron & Carbon (0.1% to 2.0%) |
| Steel, High Carbon | Ferromagnetic | Alloy of Iron & 0.7-1.5% Carbon (Tool Steel) |
| Steel, Stainless | Variable | Alloy of Iron & Chromium (10.5% to about 30%) |
| Aluminum | Not Magnetic | Element |
| Brass | Not Magnetic | Alloy of Copper & Zinc |
| Bronze | Not Magnetic | Alloy of Copper & (usually) Tin |
| Chromium | Not Magnetic | Element |
| Copper | Not Magnetic | Element |
| Gold | Not Magnetic | Element |
| Lead | Not Magnetic | Element |
| Silver | Not Magnetic | Element |
| Tin | Not Magnetic | Element |
| Zinc | Not Magnetic | Element |
Downloads
VESX50 Installation & Operating Instructions (PDF Download)
VESX50 Data Sheet (PDF Download)
