Both items are rated as IIB for explosion protection, differing only in their temperature classifications.
| Temperaturklassifizierung für elektrische Betriebsmittel | Maximal zulässige Oberflächentemperatur elektrischer Geräte (°C) | Zündtemperatur von Gasen/Dämpfen (°C) | Gültige Temperaturklasse für die Geräte |
|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | 450 | ＞450 | T1–T6 |
| T2 | 300 | ＞300 | T2–T6 |
| T3 | 200 | ＞200 | T3–T6 |
| T4 | 135 | ＞135 | T4–T6 |
| T5 | 100 | ＞100 | T5–T6 |
| T6 | 85 | ＞85 | T6 |
The designations T1 through T6 denote the maximum allowable surface temperatures for equipment under specific conditions, progressively decreasing. Lower temperatures signify higher safety.
Consequently, BT1 has a slightly lower explosion-proof rating compared to BT4.
