Application guide
Explosion-Proof Cameras for Oil & Gas in the UAE & GCC
See the whole site from the control room without creating an ignition source. We supply fixed, PTZ, panoramic, thermal and handheld explosion-protected cameras for refineries, tank farms, terminals and process plants.
Which explosion-proof camera fits the job?
Start from what the camera must see and where it will be mounted. The certificate on the camera must match the zone, so confirm that last.
| Your situation | Start with | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Gate, fence line or equipment row | Fixed explosion-proof camera | A fixed view is simple to set up. The 4 MP Q1656 fixed AI camera records up to 60 fps with a deep-learning processing unit. |
| A wide yard that one camera must cover | Panoramic or fisheye camera | The 7 MP multi-sensor dome covers a wide range and works from -20 to +55 °C. The 12 MP fisheye gives a 360 degree view indoors, rated 0 to +40 °C. |
| Pipe racks, loading arms or moving vehicles | PTZ dome camera | The 4K PTZ dome has 20x optical zoom, so an operator can follow activity and read detail at distance. |
| Early warning of overheating or fire | Fixed thermal camera | The Seek Guardian G300 has a 320 x 240 thermal sensor (76,800 temperature pixels) for fire detection and condition monitoring. |
| Inspection photos and video by a technician | ATEX digital camera | The Armadex Ex-M OZC 2 is built for ATEX Zone 2 areas where flammable gas may be present. |
| Reports and checklists captured on a tablet | Tablet enclosure | The Armadex Ex UniCase turns a commercial tablet into an ATEX Zone 2 (gas) and Zone 22 (dust), IECEx certified unit. |
A camera is only as safe as its certificate. Match the ATEX or IECEx marking to your zone, gas group and temperature class before you order, and confirm the approval your site or operator requires.
Explosion-proof cameras we supply
Every item below links to its product page. Specifications are taken from the product pages, so check the datasheet for your exact model and approval.
Explosion-proof 4K PTZ dome
UHD 4K image with 20x optical zoom, H.264/H.265 compression and AXIS Object Analytics.
Explosion-proof fixed AI camera
4 MP at up to 60 fps with a deep learning processing unit and built-in cybersecurity features.
Explosion-proof fisheye camera
12 MP panoramic view at up to 30 fps. Approved cFMus Class I/II/III Div 1, Zone 1/21, IECEx and ATEX. 0 to +40 °C.
Explosion-proof panoramic dome
7 MP multi-sensor camera with wide coverage, Forensic WDR and Lightfinder. Operates from -20 to +55 °C.
Explosion-proof fixed HD camera
HDTV quality at up to 60 fps with Lightfinder 2.0, electronic image stabilisation, signed firmware and secure boot.
Seek Thermal Guardian G300
Fixed-mount thermal camera for early fire detection, condition monitoring and process control.
Armadex Ex-M OZC 2
Compact, rugged digital camera for photo and video recording in ATEX Zone 2 hazardous areas.
Armadex Ex UniCase
Certified enclosure that makes a commercial tablet suitable for ATEX Zone 2 (gas) and Zone 22 (dust), and IECEx.
Browse the full range in Industrial Safety Cameras & Surveillance and Thermal Imaging Cameras.
How to specify an explosion-proof camera
Six questions that decide the model before you ask for a price.
- What is the hazardous area classification?Give the zone, gas or dust group and temperature class. This decides which certified camera you can mount there.
- What must the camera show?An overview of a yard needs a wide or panoramic view. Reading a valve tag or a number plate needs a zoom or a closer fixed camera.
- What is the light like?Night shifts, flare glare and shaded areas need wide dynamic range and low-light performance.
- Do you need analytics?Object and AI analytics can flag people or vehicles in restricted areas. Check which models carry them.
- What are the temperature limits?Compare the stated operating range of each model with the site ambient and the mounting position.
- How will it connect?Plan the network cabling, power, video management system and mounting before the camera is chosen.
Where these systems are used
Refineries and tank farms
Wide-area monitoring of tank bunds, pump areas and pipe racks.
Terminals and loading areas
PTZ cameras that follow tankers, loading arms and personnel.
Process and compressor plants
Fixed cameras on units, plus thermal monitoring for early fire warning.
Inspection and field reporting
Zone 2 digital cameras and tablet enclosures for technicians.
Brands behind these products
Explosion-proof camera FAQs
What makes a camera explosion proof?
The camera sits in a certified enclosure or is designed so that it cannot ignite a flammable atmosphere. Look for ATEX or IECEx certification that matches your zone, gas or dust group and temperature class.
Which cameras can I use in Zone 1 and which in Zone 2?
It depends on the certificate of each model. The fisheye camera listed here is approved for Zone 1/21, while the Armadex Ex-M OZC 2 digital camera is for Zone 2. Tell us your zone and we will check the certificate.
Do you supply cameras with AI analytics?
Yes. The Q1656 fixed camera has a deep learning processing unit, and several models support AXIS Object Analytics. Analytics options differ by model.
Can I detect overheating or fire with a camera?
A fixed thermal camera such as the Seek Guardian G300 monitors temperature across the image and is intended for early fire detection and condition monitoring.
Can I use a normal tablet in a hazardous area?
Not as it is. The Armadex Ex UniCase enclosure makes a commercial tablet suitable for ATEX Zone 2 gas and Zone 22 dust areas, and it is also IECEx certified.
Do you supply explosion-proof cameras across the GCC?
Yes. Daly Middle East supplies from Dubai to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.
Need explosion-proof cameras for a site in the UAE or GCC?
Send us the zone, gas group, what the camera must cover and the mounting position. We will recommend the model and quote it.