The TRANBERG® TEF 2850 Ex is the explosion-protected version of Tranberg’s classic navigation light for vessels of 20–50 m and over 50 m in length, certified for zone 2 and safe area as II 3G Ex nR IIC Gc T5. The lantern is powder-coated aluminium with a coloured glass lens that never fades and is easily cleaned of paint, bird droppings, pollution and oil. An integrated terminal box removes the need for a separate connection box, and the top-hinged housing gives quick access for lamp replacement. Proven through years of use in arctic and tropical waters on tankers, FPSOs and offshore vessels. Nine part numbers – masthead, side, stern, Suez, towing and all-round lights.
Application
- Navigation lights for vessels 20–50 m and more than 50 m in length
- Zone 2 hazardous areas and safe area: tankers, gas carriers, FPSOs, supply and offshore vessels
- Arctic and tropical waters, −52 °C to +45 °C
Features and benefits
- Integrated terminal box, no need for an extra connection box
- Hinged on top for quick replacement of the light source
- All-round lanterns delivered with mounting bracket for 2″ pipe
- Resistant to vibrations, designed for arctic and tropical waters
- Lens of coloured glass: no de-colouration throughout the lifetime of the lantern
- Lamp according to Norwegian Standard NS 2785 or equivalent: 55 W for vessels 20–50 m, 85 W for vessels over 50 m
Technical data (TPS4934)
| Material | Powder-coated aluminium, lens of coloured glass |
|---|---|
| Input voltage | According to installed light bulb, max. 230 V |
| Light source | Incandescent B22: 55 W (vessels 20–50 m) or 85 W (vessels over 50 m) |
| Power consumption | 55–85 W |
| Ingress protection | IP56 |
| Cable gland | M20 (Ø9.0–14.3 mm) |
| Area of use | Ex zone 2 and safe area |
| Ex classification | II 3G Ex nR IIC Gc T5 (special conditions: resistance to impact tested with reduced values, IEC 60079-0 26.4.2) |
| Operating temperature | −52 °C to +45 °C |
| Weight | 3.7 kg |
Approvals and certificates
- DNV MED B000025V and MER B000025V (Marine Equipment Directive)
- ATEX: PRESAFE 14 ATEX 5436X
- IECEx: IECEx PRE 14.0055X
- Datasheet TPS4934, dimension drawings 280A4274 / 285A12069 and certificates are listed above the table
Light sources and spare parts
Order the lamp separately by vessel size and voltage: 85 W / 65 cd for vessels over 50 m (9400 001 for 220 V, 9400 002 for 110 V) or 55 W / 35 cd for 20–50 m (9400 003 for 220 V, 9400 004 for 110 V). Mounting brackets for 1″ (2622) and 2″ pipe (2615), lamp holder B22 (5088 0010), junction box gasket (5001 0041) and cable gland M20 for Ø5–10 mm cable (5657) are listed under accessories. For safe-area vessels see the TEF 2870 navigation lights, and for zone 2 LED lanterns the compact TEF 2891 Ex. All lanterns can be monitored and controlled from the bridge with the TEF 4900 Commander.








