EXgate™360 Zone 1 Wireless Enclosure

BARTEC EXgate™360 for Access Points, Radios and Gateways

Hazardous area wireless connectivity for Zone 1 environments

The BARTEC EXgate™360 is a next-generation Zone 1 wireless enclosure designed for access points, radios, gateways and repeaters used in hazardous areas.

Supplied by Inlex, the EXgate™360 enables safe deployment of wireless network infrastructure in explosive atmospheres, supporting technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, 4G/5G, BLE, Zigbee, WirelessHART and gateway systems. BARTEC describes the EXgate™360 as suitable for deploying wireless networks in hazardous areas and compatible with access points, radios, gateways and repeaters using internal or external antennas.

With its SS316L stainless steel enclosure, radio-frequency transparent dome and compact low-weight design, the EXgate™360 is ideal for industrial facilities where reliable wireless communication is required in hazardous or explosive environments.

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Built for hazardous area wireless networks

Industrial facilities increasingly rely on wireless infrastructure for monitoring, communications, automation and connected worker systems.

However, deploying standard access points or radio equipment in hazardous areas can introduce ignition risk if the equipment is not properly protected.

The EXgate™360 solves this by providing a certified enclosure solution that allows wireless devices to be installed safely in hazardous areas while maintaining signal performance through its radio-frequency transparent polycarbonate dome. BARTEC highlights the dome as a key feature that supports wireless solutions using non-explosion-protected communication devices inside the enclosure.

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Why choose EXgate™360?

Certified for hazardous areas

The EXgate™360 is certified for hazardous area use, including gas and dust atmospheres, with ATEX and IECEx markings covering Ex db, Ex db eb, and Ex tb protection concepts.

Supports multiple wireless technologies

The enclosure supports a wide range of wireless devices and technologies, including:

• Wi-Fi access points
• Bluetooth® devices
• 4G / LTE and 5G equipment
• BLE / mesh systems
• Zigbee
• WirelessHART
• Industrial radios, gateways and repeaters

BARTEC’s datasheet states that EXgate™360 can support wireless technology from any vendor, including Wi-Fi, 4G/LTE, 5G, BLE/mesh, Zigbee and WirelessHART.

Radio-frequency transparent dome

The polycarbonate dome allows RF signals to pass through the enclosure, helping maintain reliable wireless performance while protecting the installed device.

Compact, low-weight design

The EXgate™360 combines a compact circular format with a low-weight enclosure design, making it easier to install in locations where space or access is limited.

Designed for harsh industrial environments

Constructed from SS316L stainless steel with an IP66 rating, the EXgate™360 is designed for demanding offshore, petrochemical, marine and industrial environments. BARTEC notes that the EXgate™360 is designed for harsh offshore environments and petrochemical, marine and industrial applications where explosive atmospheres may be present.

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Key benefits

• Enables wireless connectivity in hazardous areas
  Provides a certified enclosure solution for access points, radios, gateways and repeaters.
• Supports digital transformation in explosive atmospheres
  Allows industrial sites to deploy Wi-Fi, 4G/5G, Bluetooth®, BLE, Zigbee and WirelessHART infrastructure where certified protection is required.
• Maintains wireless signal performance
  Radio-frequency transparent dome supports reliable wireless communication from enclosed devices.
• Reduces installation complexity
  Compact design, mounting bracket and multiple connection methods help simplify installation.
• Protects equipment in harsh environments
  SS316L stainless steel construction and IP66 ingress protection support long-term durability.
• Supports compliance requirements
  ATEX and IECEx certification provides confidence for use in hazardous area applications.

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Key features

• Zone 1 / Zone 21 wireless enclosure
• SS316L stainless steel body
• Radio-frequency transparent polycarbonate dome
• IP66 ingress protection
• Suitable for access points, radios, gateways and repeaters
• Supports internal and external antennas
• Compatible with PoE, fibre optics and other common connection standards
• Mounting bracket for easy installation
• ATEX and IECEx certified
• Designed for offshore, petrochemical, marine and industrial environments

BARTEC states that EXgate™360 supports common connection standards including PoE and fibre optics, with connection options including direct entry cable glands, indirect entry via an Ex e junction box, or CAT-compliant Ex d connector.

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Applications

The EXgate™360 is suitable for hazardous area wireless connectivity in:

• Oil & gas facilities
• Offshore platforms and FPSOs
• Petrochemical plants
• Hydrogen facilities
• Mining and mineral processing sites
• Defence and critical infrastructure
• Marine and port facilities
• Industrial plants with explosive atmospheres

Typical uses include:

• Hazardous area Wi-Fi networks
• Wireless access point deployment
• Industrial gateway installations
• Radio and repeater protection
• 4G/5G network equipment enclosure
• WirelessHART and IIoT connectivity systems

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Technical specifications

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Certification

ATEX marking

Gas:
II 2 G
Ex db IIA/IIB/IIC T6/T5/T4 Gb
or
Ex db eb IIA/IIB/IIC T6/T5/T4 Gb

Dust:
II 2 D
Ex tb IIIC T70°C / T80°C / T95°C / T100°C Db

IECEx marking

Gas:
Ex db IIA/IIB/IIC T6/T5/T4 Gb
or
Ex db eb IIA/IIB/IIC T6/T5/T4 Gb

Dust:
Ex tb IIIC T70°C / T80°C / T95°C / T100°C Db

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Supplied and supported by Inlex

As a hazardous area specialist and BARTEC partner, Inlex can support the selection, supply, configuration and integration of the EXgate™360 into your hazardous area communications network.

Our team can assist with:

• Product selection and suitability review
• Hazardous area compliance support
• Documentation and certification review
• Integration with site wireless infrastructure
• Installation and commissioning support
• EEHA inspection and maintenance services

This ensures the product is not only supplied, but correctly selected and supported for your application.

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Improve wireless connectivity in hazardous areas

If your facility requires safe wireless communication in a hazardous area, the BARTEC EXgate™360 provides a certified, practical solution for deploying access points, radios and gateways in explosive atmospheres.

Contact Inlex to discuss your hazardous area wireless connectivity requirements.