Radio control AJQ Ex

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Product overview
AJQ Ex is a medium-size ATEX-certified radio remote control transmitter designed for safe control of machines in potentially explosive atmospheres. It targets complex industrial and mining applications requiring functional safety and continuous operation in demanding environmental conditions. AJQ Ex supports gas and dust areas (Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22) and mining category M1.

Options

• Vision system – 2.8" TFT LCD display (320x240 pixels, 65536 colors). Display equipped with 16 LEDs and five push-buttons; optional encoder available. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
• Vision system – 4.3" TFT LCD display (480x272 pixels, 65536 colors). High brightness for sunny conditions, programmable via AUTEC STUDIO. Equipped with 8 push-buttons; optional encoder available.
• Protection system – Marine environment protection: corrosion-resistant components and special anti-saline treatment to protect against salt and humidity.

Main applications

• Overhead cranes
• Cut & press machines
• Mobile boat trolleys
• Gantry cranes

ATEX marking (summary)
Zone 1/21, mining M1: II 2GD; Ex ia IIC T4 Gb; Ex ia IIIC T135°C Db; I M1; Ex ia I Ma; -20°C ≤ Tamb ≤ +60°C
Zone 2/22: II 3GD; Ex ic IIC T4 Gc; Ex ic IIIC T135°C Dc; -20°C ≤ Tamb ≤ +60°C

Technical data sheet (key items)
Power supply: 3.7 VDC
Radio frequency: 870/915 MHz FHSS
Performance level of stop (GSS / EMS): up to PL d, SIL 2 (EN ISO 13849-1)
Performance level of the automatic stop (ATS): up to PL d, SIL 2 (EN ISO 13849-1)
Typical working range: 100 m (330 ft)
Max number of functions: up to 3 multi-axis joysticks, 8 actuators and 4 side buttons; up to 6 single-axis joysticks, 10 actuators and 4 side buttons
Average usage time with fully charged battery (continuous use at 20°C / 68°F): without display: 20 hours; with display: 8 hours
Protection degree: IP65 (NEMA 4)
Operating temperature: -20 °C ÷ +60 °C / -4 °F ÷ +140 °F
Storage temperature: -40 °C ÷ +70 °C / -40 °F ÷ +158 °F
Dimensions: 310 × 159 × 173 mm (12.2 × 6.3 × 6.8 in)
Weight: ~2.8 kg (~6.2 lb)
Included accessories: shoulder or waist belt, battery charger, 2 extractable Li-Ion batteries

Characteristics / technical specifications

• Series: Air Ex (medium-size transmitter unit)
• Model: AJQ Ex
• Power supply: 3.7 VDC
• Radio: 870/915 MHz FHSS
• Safety performance: up to PL d, SIL 2 (EN ISO 13849-1) for stop and ATS
• Typical range: 100 m (330 ft)
• Max functions: multi-axis and single-axis joystick configurations (see technical sheet)
• Battery life (20°C): 20 h (no display) / 8 h (with display)
• Ingress protection: IP65 (NEMA 4)
• Operating / storage temperature: -20 °C ÷ +60 °C / -40 °C ÷ +70 °C
• Dimensions: 310×159×173 mm
• Weight: ~2.8 kg
• Included accessories: shoulder/waist belt, battery charger, 2 removable Li‑Ion batteries
• ATEX markings: Zone 1/21 (II 2GD Ex ia IIC T4 Gb / Ex ia IIIC T135°C Db; I M1 Ex ia I Ma) and Zone 2/22 (II 3GD Ex ic IIC T4 Gc / Ex ic IIIC T135°C Dc)