PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
PEPPERL & FUCHS 133733 - KFD2-SR2-EX1.W Intrinsic Safety Barrier, Switch Amplifier
This is a 1-channel isolated barrier from the K-System KFD2 series, engineered for intrinsic safety applications in hazardous areas. It functions as a switch amplifier, converting signals from NAMUR sensors or dry contacts located in Zone 0, 1, or 2 into safe-area relay outputs. The module provides galvanic isolation and line fault detection, ensuring reliable and compliant operation for process control and instrumentation systems.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: K-System (KFD2)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Intrinsic Safety Barrier, Switch Amplifier
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 20-35 VDC
- INPUT: 1-channel for NAMUR proximity switches or dry contacts from hazardous area
- OUTPUT: 2 normally open (NO) relay contacts to safe area
- SWITCHING CAPACITY: 250 VAC / 2 A or 30 VDC / 2 A (resistive load)
- INTRINSIC SAFETY PARAMETERS: Uo, Io, Po compliant for connection to hazardous area devices (specific values depend on certification)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- SIGNAL INPUT: NAMUR sensor (EN 60947-5-6) or potential-free contact
- OUTPUT TYPE: Electromechanical relay
- DIAGNOSTICS: Line fault detection (open and short circuit)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP20
- MOUNTING: 35 mm DIN rail
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -20 to +60 °C
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- HAZARDOUS AREA CLASSIFICATION: ATEX, IECEx, cULus certified for Zone 0, 1, 2 Class I, Div 1, 2
- FUNCTIONAL SAFETY: Up to SIL 2 (IEC 61508)
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Process control systems, DCS, PLC I/O in chemical, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage industries.