PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
PEPPERL & FUCHS 231226 - K-System Intrinsic Safety Barrier - Switch Amplifier
The PEPPERL & FUCHS 231226, a K-System intrinsic safety barrier, functions as a switch amplifier for reliable signal conditioning and galvanic isolation of signals originating from hazardous areas. It provides a certified interface for NAMUR proximity sensors or potential-free contacts, transmitting their status to the safe area via a single-channel relay output. This module ensures compliance with international explosion protection standards, critical for process automation in chemical, oil & gas, and pharmaceutical industries.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: K-System (KFD2)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Intrinsic Safety Barrier - Switch Amplifier
- ELECTRICAL SPECS: Supply Voltage: 20-35V DC (Nominal 24V DC) Input: 1-channel, NAMUR sensor or potential-free contact Output: 1-channel, SPDT relay (changeover contact) Power Consumption: <= 1.5W
- INTERFACE/CONTROL: Input: 1-channel for NAMUR sensors or potential-free contacts Output: 1-channel SPDT relay Diagnostics: Line fault detection (LFD) for open/short circuit Status Indication: LED for operation, switching state, fault
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING: IP RATING: IP20 MOUNTING: 35mm DIN rail OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -20 °C to +60 °C FORM FACTOR: Compact DIN rail module EXPLOSION PROTECTION: Certified for hazardous area applications (e.g., ATEX, IECEx, FM, cULus)
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Designed for interfacing signals from hazardous areas (Zone 0, 1, 2 / Division 1, 2) to safe area control systems Suitable for process automation in chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, and pharmaceutical industries