
NI 9401 Operating Instructions and Specifications 4 ni.com
Caution Substitution of components may impair 
suitability for Class I, Division 2.
Caution For Zone 2 applications, install the system 
inan enclosure rated to at least IP 54 as defined by 
IEC60529  and EN 60529.
Caution For Zone 2 applications, connected signals must 
be within the following limit:
Capacitance.......................... 0.2 μF max
Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in EuropeThis equipment has been evaluated as EExnC IIC T4 equipment 
under DEMKO Certificate No.03 ATEX 0324020X. Each module 
is marked   II 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous 
locations. If you are using the NI9401 in Gas Group IIC hazardous 
locations or in ambient temperatures of –40°C ≤Ta ≤70 °C, you 
must use the device in an NI chassis that has been evaluated as 
EExnC IIC T4, Ex nA IIC T4, or Ex nL IIC T4 equipment.