Pepperl+Fuchs Loc-Ex 01 Intrinsically Safe Bluetooth® Low Energy iBeacon

The Pepperl+Fuchs Loc-Ex® 01 is an intrinsically safe Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) beacon built for hazardous locations including Class I/II/III Division 1 and ATEX/IECEx Zone 1/21 environments—enabling reliable geolocation and proximity-based workflows without compromising safety compliance.

Designed for real-world field deployment, it supports BLE (from version 4.0) and the iBeacon protocol, with configurable “over-the-air” operating parameters and open firmware (TI CC2541) for custom BLE profile development—ideal for digital safety programs, asset tracking, and location-aware procedures even with rugged outdoor use cases.

Key Features:

✅ ATEX / IECEx / NEC hazardous-area approvals for Zone 1/21 and Class I Div 1 use
✅ No OS (dedicated BLE beacon) with open firmware support (TI CC2541)
✅ IP64 UV-resistant housing for industrial/outdoor environments
✅ Bluetooth® Low Energy (v4.0+) with iBeacon protocol; up to 30 m indoor / 200 m outdoor detection range
✅ Camera: N/A (beacon device)
✅ Security: configurable beacon parameters; supports controlled app-based interactions via iBeacon
✅ Approx. 4-year battery runtime (factory setting); uses 2x AA Li-SOCl2 batteries
✅ AR/Biometric: N/A
✅ Optional mounting plate support for easier battery replacement and fixed installation

📦 Package Options:

🔹 Standard Beacon: Loc-Ex® 01 BLE iBeacon (intrinsically safe)

Pepperl+Fuchs Loc-Ex 01 Intrinsically Safe Bluetooth® Low Energy iBeacon Technical Specifications:

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Feature	Details
Manufacturer / Model	Pepperl+Fuchs Loc-Ex® 01 (Fully iBeacon Protocol)
Wireless Interface	Bluetooth® Low Energy (from 4.0)
Protocol	iBeacon (UUID, Major ID, Minor ID, RX Power)
Detection Range	Up to 30 m indoors; up to 200 m outdoors
Transmit Power	Max. 8 dBm
Transmit Interval	1000 ms
Battery Type	2x Saft LS14500, 3.6 V, 2600 mAh (AA / Li-SOCl2)
Battery Life	Approx. 4 years (factory setting)
Ingress Protection	IP64
Operating Temperature	-20 to +55 °C (-4 to 131 °F)
Dimensions (W×H×D)	111 × 102 × 48 mm
Weight	Approx. 180 g (including batteries)
ATEX Certificate	EPS 16 ATEX 1 043 X
ATEX Marking	1 II 2G Ex ia IIC T4 Gb IP64; 1 II 2D Ex ia IIIC T125°C Db IP64
IECEx Certificate	IECEx EPS 16.0019X
NEC/CEC Certificate	70105641
Scope of Delivery	Loc-Ex® 01, batteries, documentation

Certifications & Compliance:

🔗 ATEX (EPS 16 ATEX 1 043 X) – Intrinsically safe beacon approvals for hazardous areas
🔗 IECEx (IECEx EPS 16.0019X) – International intrinsically safe certification marking
🔗 NEC/CEC (70105641) – Class I/II/III Division 1 approvals (Groups A–G, T4)
🔗 IP64 – Dust and water ingress protection rating
🔗 Download Datasheet

Applications of Pepperl+Fuchs Loc-Ex 01 Intrinsically Safe Bluetooth® Low Energy iBeacon:

🔹 Oil & Gas
🔹 Chemical Plants
🔹 Mining
🔹 Labs
🔹 Manufacturing

What’s in the Box?

📦 1x Loc-Ex® 01 BLE iBeacon
📦 1x Battery Set (2x AA LS14500)
📦 1x Documentation
📦 1x N/A (no charger required)
📦 1x N/A (no USB cable required)
📦 1x N/A (no stylus/accessory)
📦 1x N/A (no protective cover required beyond housing)

Ordering & Shipping Details

📦 Lead Time: 6 weeks
📍 Shipping Terms: Worldwide / Expedited Options
💳 Payment Options: Credit Card, PayPal, Net 30 Terms

FAQs:

What hazardous locations is the Loc-Ex® 01 certified for?
It is approved for ATEX/IECEx Zone 1/21 applications and carries NEC/CEC markings for Class I/II/III Division 1 hazardous locations.

What is the detection range?
Typical range is up to 30 m indoors and up to 200 m outdoors, depending on installation and site conditions.

How long does the battery last?
Battery life is approximately 4 years with factory settings, using two AA (LS14500) Li-SOCl2 batteries.

Can we change beacon settings after installation?
Yes—key operating parameters can be changed “over the air,” supporting scalable deployments.