Pipe clamp for Ex areas, for electrical contacting of pipes in Ex areas, for implementing lightning protection equipotential bonding in accordance with DIN EN 62305-3 (VDE 0185-305-3). For use in potentially explosive areas Ex zones 1 and 2 (gases, vapors, mists) and Ex zones 21 and 22 (dusts). Tested in accordance with explosion group IIB and DIN EN 62561-1. Considerable savings in assembly time - shutting down the system/areas due to welding or drilling work is no longer necessary. Separate clamp body for combining with endless tensioning band 25 x 0.3 mm, for the clamping range D27-500 mm. Required assembly set (item no. 540902) available separately.