explosive atmosphere

Defined in Article 2, ATEX directive

Definitions over time (1)

1. 30/05/2026 – today applies on 12/11/2026 Article 2, ATEX directive Scope: Whole act

   For the purposes of this Directive, the following definitions shall apply:

   ‘explosive atmosphere’ means a mixture with air, under atmospheric conditions, of flammable substances in the form of gases, vapours, mists or dusts in which, after ignition has occurred, combustion spreads to the entire unburned mixture;

Used in (38 places in 10 provisions on 12/11/2026)

ATEX directive (38 in 10)

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