Manning Electric Passed Inspection with Zero Rework
When Manning Electric upgraded hazardous zone control panels on an offshore platform, they needed a certified, rugged, field-serviceable connector that wouldn’t delay inspection or fail under salt or fuel exposure.
They evaluated Fischer, Amphenol, and HARTING — but standardized on the JOWO 8819 for one reason: performance without compromise.
ATEX Doesn’t Always Equal Easy or Durable
Many ATEX-rated connectors are difficult to install, hard to inspect, and over-engineered for real-world usage.
Here’s what Manning’s crew encountered when using competing hazardous-zone connectors:
Fischer EX: Precision-engineered, but expensive, hard to terminate on-site, and limited to low power applications.
Amphenol ATEX/Ex Series: Metal-bodied, but prone to corrosion in saltwater zones; potting usually required.
HARTING Han Ex: Modular and ATEX compliant, but large, complex to install, and not suitable for confined panels or curved enclosures.
They needed something ATEX/IECEx certified and tested for real-world offshore conditions — not just compliant on paper.
AND WHERE THEY STRUGGLE
Not all ATEX connectors are made for marine work.
Fischer EX: Excellent for lab and industrial use, but fragile under vibration; hard to field terminate.
Amphenol ATEX Series: Requires tools, often potting; steel body corrodes quickly near fuel vapor vents.
HARTING Han Ex: Safe, but bulky and time-consuming to mount in control boxes on narrow marine walls.
Choose Hazardous Zone Connectors
That Simplify Compliance
Passing inspection doesn’t mean installation has to be complicated.
Ask these questions before your next ATEX install:
☑️ Does it hold ATEX/IECEx Zone 1 certification?
☑️ Rated IP68+ for continuous saltwater exposure?
☑️ Can it be serviced without special tools or potting?
☑️ Is the housing non-metallic and corrosion-resistant?
☑️ Can your team install it in tight spaces without custom mounting plates?
Download the Hazardous Zone Wiring Guide with a side-by-side comparison chart.
JOWO 8819 —
Certified, Compact, Crew-Proof
ATEX certified, 300m-rated, no potting — and inspectors love it.
Why did Manning Electric select JOWO 8819 for offshore control boxes?
- ATEX & IECEx certified for Zone 1 and marine environments
- Operates at 750V / 43A, with 4 or 7-pin layouts
- IP68 and pressure rated for 30 bar open-face submersion
- Push-pull coupling — no threading or potting
- Non-metallic polymer body — corrosion-proof
- Installs fast in tight, curved enclosures
“This was the first job where we didn’t need to explain our connectors to the inspector. JOWO’s paperwork, specs, and install all passed immediately.” – Offshore Foreman, Manning Electric
Trusted Beyond Specs
It’s not just about certifications — it’s about uptime, safety, and simplicity.
✅ Used by Chevron, Summit, Dolphin, Manning Electric
✅ ATEX & IECEx compliance built into every unit
✅ Replaced more expensive, slower-install Fischer and HARTING systems
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Compliance should protect you — not slow your team down.
Don’t let complex, corrosion-prone, or oversized connectors fail your next inspection.
The JOWO 8819 is engineered for offshore realities — no compromises, no downtime, no confusion.
Safer wiring starts here.
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