I have seen several responses on the discussion stating that the iphone is not intrinsically safe; however, I have not seen an official Apple state that says such. Could someone link to where Apple has said that the iphone (or any of the other products) are not intrinsically safe?
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timmy39120 wrote:
In other words "explosion proof". Iphones are used by a lot of people in industry where the manufacturing area is a classified areas (classified as per section 500 of the NFPA 70 i.e. NEC). These classified areas are dangerous in that it is possible under normal or abnormal conditions (depending on the classification) that a spark could result in an explosion. ..
The following information from the iPhone User Guide refers:
"Explosive atmospheres Charging or using iPhone in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as areas where the air contains high levels of flammable chemicals, vapors, or particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders), may be hazardous. Obey all signs and instructions."
More information:
Intrinsic safety (IS) is a protection technique for safe operation of electrical equipment in hazardous areas by limiting the energy, electrical and thermal, available for ignition.
In other words "explosion proof". Iphones are used by a lot of people in industry where the manufacturing area is a classified areas (classified as per section 500 of the NFPA 70 i.e. NEC). These classified areas are dangerous in that it is possible under normal or abnormal conditions (depending on the classification) that a spark could result in an explosion. I am just trying to find a document authored by Apple stating that the Iphone (or Ipad, Macbook, whatever) is not intrinsically safe or it is. So far, I have only found user responses stating such.
Just a point of clarification, this is a hardware based comment. IOS has nothing to do with Intrinsic safety.
My understanding of how that works, is there would have to be a certification that it is safe, not a statement that it isn't. It is assumed it is not safe, unless there is something stating it is, so I'm not sure you are going to find a document from Apple saying that it isn't safe, except for the snip provided by Jonathan UK. If you were to search for something, you would want to find a document stating that they are safe for explosive atmospheres, which you are not going to find.
Generally, workplaces that require those types of devices would have a list of certified devices.
Whilst the iPhone & iPad are not intrinsically safe by themselves they can be made intrinsically safe through the addition of a 3rd party case that is intrinsically safe. They aren't cheap though. Expect to pay upwards of $1500 for the case. Still a lot cheaper than an exploding fuel tanker!
It would have helped if you had provided that clarification in your initial post. The words intrinsically and safe are not specific to engineering, so that particular usage term is highly specific.
As far as anyone here is going to know, and all Apple is required to provide, is yes, their mobile devices meet or exceed all minimum mandated safety requirements for the sale of such consumer electronic devices. In the USA, they meet all FCC code. In your device's settings, about, regulatory, you can see all the specific consumer codes met for legal sale.
You can also read -Safety certifications for iPhone batteries - Apple Support which is Apple's official statement of safety.
What do you even mean by "intrinsically" safe? They certainly meet consumer product requirements for personal use electronic devices, or they could not be legally sold. And iOS is widely considered to be one of, if not the most secure mobile operating system available (assuming users make use of the available security features like a strong screen lock passcode and fingerprint recognition, find my iPhone and activation lock).
We keep hearing about people, walking while using their smartphone, and injuring themselves by not watching where they step. Even if smartphones are intrinsically safe, it seems users are not intrinsically sensible, but will have to learn how to use them safely.
Here is an interesting tidbit:
"iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are splash, water, and dust resistant and were tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP67 under IEC standard 60529."
Meaning it is dust proof. Thank you for pointing me in that direction Jonathan.
Safe in what context?
Iphone intrinsically safe
