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Gas Group IIB — Equipment Selection and Applications

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

This article covers Gas Group IIB — Equipment Selection and Applications. Gas group IIB covers ethylene, hydrogen sulphide, and similar gases. This guide explains IIB equipment requirements, MESG values, and typical IIB applications on petrochemical and offshore sites.

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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.

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