Description
AUTRONICA
MANUAL CALL POINT, EXI
BF-500V2/EX
116-BF-500V2/EX
BNB-300/12/EX
NEMKO 03 ATEX 218X IL 1G EX IA IIC T5 GA
IECEX NEM 11.0009X
TA=70°, UI=15.75V, LI=63MA,
CI=21.6NF, PI=0.44W, LI=0MH
CLASS I, ZONE 0, AEX IA IIC T5 GA
CONTROL DRWG: BZ-091
The Autronica BF-500V2/EX is an intrinsically safe manual call point designed for use in hazardous and classified areas within marine fire alarm systems. Certified to ATEX and IECEx standards for Zone 0 operation with Ex ia IIC T5 classification, this device enables crew members to trigger a fire alarm manually in environments where flammable gases or vapours may be present. As a critical component of the fire alarm system onboard, it plays a direct role in crew safety, regulatory compliance, and the integrity of onboard emergency response procedures.
Key Features
✓ Intrinsically safe manual call point rated for Zone 0, Class I hazardous areas with ATEX (NEMKO 03 ATEX 218X) and IECEx (NEM 11.0009X) certification.
✓ Specified electrical parameters: UI=15.75V, Ii=63mA, Ci=21.6nF, Pi=0.44W, Li=0mH — suitable for intrinsically safe loop integration as documented in Control Drawing BZ-091.
✓ Compatible with Autronica fire detection and alarm systems; intended for loop-based intrinsically safe circuits subject to panel and system configuration confirmation.
✓ Rated to a maximum ambient temperature of TA=70°C, making it suitable for high-temperature machinery spaces and enclosed hazardous zones typical on commercial and offshore vessels.
✓ Designed as a direct replacement or service spare within existing Autronica BF-500 series installations, supporting minimal downtime during maintenance or fault rectification.
Marine Applications
✓ Hazardous area fire detection on tankers, LNG carriers, and chemical tankers where Zone 0 or Zone 1 classifications apply to cargo and pump room spaces.
✓ Engine rooms and machinery spaces on offshore supply vessels, platform support vessels, and FPSOs requiring ATEX-compliant alarm initiation devices.
✓ Cargo holds and enclosed deck areas on vessels operating under SOLAS fire safety regulations where manual alarm initiation must be available in classified zones.
✓ Retrofit and upgrade projects on vessels already fitted with Autronica fire alarm infrastructure, ensuring system continuity and certification compliance.
✓ Shipyard new-build installations and commissioning projects specifying intrinsically safe fire alarm call points for gas-hazardous vessel sections.
Why Marine Engineers Choose
The Autronica BF-500V2/EX is a recognised and trusted solution for hazardous-area fire alarm initiation, combining dual international certification with clearly defined intrinsic safety parameters — making it a dependable choice for engineers who require traceable, specification-compliant components for safety-critical systems.
Ideal For
Tankers, LNG & LPG carriers, chemical tankers, FPSOs, offshore support vessels, and any commercial vessel with ATEX-classified spaces requiring intrinsically safe manual fire alarm call points.
Technical Support
Technical support is available for this Autronica fire alarm system component, covering onboard installation guidance, loop integration, and remote troubleshooting assistance. Our team can assist with replacement planning and system compatibility queries to help keep your fire detection system fully operational.
