The KILARK (XAL-53) Explosion-Proof Manual Station represents a critical life safety solution engineered for demanding industrial and hazardous environment fire alarm applications. Designed to provide reliable emergency activation in areas with potential explosive atmospheres, this pull station delivers exceptional durability and performance where standard devices would fail. Typically deployed in petrochemical facilities, manufacturing plants, refineries, and other high-risk commercial and industrial settings, the XAL-53 ensures robust emergency signaling in environments with combustible gases, vapors, or dust.
Constructed with heavy-duty metallic enclosures and specialized sealing mechanisms, the KILARK manual station provides superior protection against potential ignition sources. Its explosion-proof design meets rigorous safety standards for preventing internal electrical sparks from propagating into surrounding hazardous environments, making it an essential component for comprehensive fire detection and alarm systems in critical infrastructure.
Key Features
- Explosion-proof rating suitable for Class I, Division 1 and Division 2 hazardous locations
- Robust metallic construction with corrosion-resistant epoxy powder coating
- SPDT switch configuration compatible with most commercial fire alarm control panels
- Tamper-resistant design with protective cover and mechanical reset mechanism
- Compliant with UL 38, NFPA 72, and NEC 500/505 standards
- Wide operating temperature range (-40°F to +185°F) for extreme environment performance
Specifications
- Electrical Rating: 10A @ 125/250VAC
- Contact Configuration: SPDT (Single Pole, Double Throw)
- Enclosure Material: Cast aluminum with epoxy coating
- Dimensions: 6.5″ x 4.75″ x 3.25″ (approximate)
- Weight: 5.2 lbs
Recommended for integration with addressable and conventional fire alarm systems, the XAL-53 provides mission-critical activation in environments where standard manual stations cannot perform. Ideal for use with Simplex, Gamewell-FCI, Edwards, and other major commercial fire alarm panel manufacturers.
For more information, contact the Life Safety Consultants team at (888) 557-0558, or email us at: sales@lifesafetycom.com
Additional information
| Weight | 2.75 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.6 × 5.9 × 4.1 in |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturers | Life Safety |
| Part Type | Pull Station |






