PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
PEPPERL & FUCHS 231710 - K-System Intrinsic Safety Barrier, Repeater Power Supply
This K-System intrinsic safety barrier functions as a repeater power supply, engineered for the galvanic isolation and precise signal conditioning of analog input signals originating from hazardous areas. It provides intrinsically safe power to 2-wire or 3-wire transmitters located in Zone 0, 1, or 2, while simultaneously transmitting a proportional 4-20mA current signal to the safe area control system. This device is critical for process automation applications requiring certified intrinsic safety and reliable signal integrity.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: K-System (KFD2)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Intrinsic Safety Barrier, Repeater Power Supply
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 20-35VDC
- INPUT: 2-wire or 3-wire transmitters, current source/sink (from hazardous area)
- OUTPUT: 4-20mA current (to safe area)
- ISOLATION: Galvanic isolation between input, output, and power supply
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- SIGNAL TYPE: Analog current (4-20mA)
- ADDITIONAL INPUT: Control card detection input
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP20
- MOUNTING: DIN rail mount (35mm)
- HAZARDOUS AREA CERTIFICATION: ATEX, IECEx, FM, cULus for Zone 0, 1, 2 / Division 1, 2 applications
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -20 to +60 degrees C
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- FIELD DEVICES: Compatible with 2-wire and 3-wire current transmitters, current sources/sinks
- CONTROL SYSTEMS: Interfaces with PLCs, DCS, and other control systems in safe areas
- INDUSTRIES: Process automation, chemical, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, water/wastewater