EX Academy/Knowledge Base/Gas Groups & Temperature/Auto-Ignition Temperature and T-Class Selection
Gas Groups & Temperature · EX Academy Knowledge Base

Auto-Ignition Temperature and T-Class Selection

EX Academy Knowledge Base · IEC 60079 · CompEx Preparation · 2025

This article covers Auto-Ignition Temperature and T-Class Selection. Auto-ignition temperature (AIT) is the temperature at which a gas ignites without an external ignition source. This guide explains how AIT determines the required T-class for Ex equipment selection.

Overview

This topic is covered in depth in EX Academy's training modules and tested in the CompEx written assessment. Understanding this concept is essential for correct equipment selection and inspection in hazardous areas.

Practice This Knowledge

EX Academy's equipment selection simulator and inspection scenarios test your ability to apply gas group and temperature class requirements to real equipment selection decisions.

Put This Into Practice

Interactive inspection simulations, equipment selection decisions, and 1,185+ practice questions all referenced to IEC 60079. Try the platform free — no card required.

Try the Platform Free →More Articles