Atex Lights
Unilite ATEX Lights For Specialist Work
Unilite ATEX lights provide portable lighting for workplaces where the specified hazardous area certification is required. This collection brings together handheld, right angle and head torch designs, allowing you to choose a format suited to the task as well as the site's equipment requirements. The models include Zone 0 gas compliant lights, with individual specifications and instructions setting out their use. Start with the certification required for your workplace, then compare the beam, controls and carrying arrangement that will suit your work.
There are practical differences between carrying a torch and wearing one. A handheld model lets you direct the beam independently as you inspect something, while a head torch follows your line of sight and leaves both hands available. A right angle design offers another way to carry and position the light. These choices affect how you use the lamp in a confined working space, around equipment or during repeated checks, even when the lights meet a similar certification requirement.
Handheld And Right Angle Torches
The Unilite ATEX-RA2 is a 350 lumen right angle torch with a rear stainless steel pocket clip. Its shape provides an alternative to a conventional straight flashlight, while the clip gives you a carrying option that keeps the torch close to hand. The manufacturer specifies Zone 0 gas compliance, a locking battery compartment and a polycarbonate housing. It uses four AA alkaline batteries, with the approved battery and operating requirements set out in its documentation.
For those who prefer a familiar straight torch shape, the ATEX-FL4 is another option within the range. When comparing handheld models, think about the beam you need and how you will carry the light alongside other equipment. Maximum output is only part of the decision: grip, switch operation, size and the available runtime also deserve attention. A compact torch for occasional checks and a light used repeatedly during a shift may need different balances of portability and operating time.
Head Torches For Hands Free Tasks
The Unilite ATEX-H2 provides a head-worn alternative with a 225 lumen output. Its adjustable head allows you to aim the beam down towards the work, and its silicone-lined headband helps it stay in position. Two light modes offer a choice of output for different tasks. It is a Zone 0 gas compliant model powered by three AAA alkaline batteries, making it a distinct choice from the rechargeable head torches in Unilite's general lighting range.
A head torch can be useful when handling tools, reading markings or working where there is no convenient place to stand a separate lamp. Consider how it will sit with the rest of your equipment and whether its controls are convenient for the job. Check weight and adjustment as well as brightness, particularly if the light will be worn for longer periods. The correct mounting arrangement and permitted use should be confirmed from the specific product information and the requirements of your workplace.
Certification And Practical Product Choice
ATEX suitability is specific to the light's certification and the conditions in which it will be used. A high water resistance or impact rating describes other aspects of the product and does not establish hazardous area suitability on its own. Check the full certification marking, manufacturer instructions and any restrictions against your site's requirements. Battery type and maintenance arrangements also form part of choosing the correct model, so refer to the documentation for that light rather than treating the range as interchangeable.
Comparing Your ATEX Lighting Options
Once the certification has been confirmed, compare the practical details that will matter day to day: handheld or head-worn format, available modes, beam reach and runtime. Look at the dimensions and carrying options if the torch must fit alongside other kit. The product pages below provide the model-specific information needed to narrow the choice. Whether you prefer a straight flashlight, a right angle torch or hands free lighting, select the model that meets the workplace requirements and suits the way the task is carried out.