PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
PEPPERL & FUCHS 241631 - K-System PROFIBUS PA to DP Gateway/Isolated Barrier
The PEPPERL & FUCHS 241631 is an intrinsically safe isolated barrier from the K-System series, engineered to facilitate communication between PROFIBUS PA field devices in hazardous areas and PROFIBUS DP control systems in safe areas. It provides galvanic isolation, power conditioning for field devices, and protocol conversion, ensuring reliable and safe data transmission for critical process automation applications.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: K-System (KFD2-CD-EX1.PN)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Isolated Barrier, PROFIBUS PA to DP Gateway
- ELECTRICAL SPECS: 20-35VDC Supply Voltage, Intrinsically Safe Output for PROFIBUS PA
- INTERFACE/CONTROL: PROFIBUS PA (IEC 61158-2) for hazardous area field devices, PROFIBUS DP (RS-485) for safe area control systems
- DATA RATE: 31.25 kbit/s (PROFIBUS PA), up to 12 Mbit/s (PROFIBUS DP, typically matched to PA for conversion)
- ISOLATION: Galvanic isolation between PROFIBUS PA, PROFIBUS DP, and supply circuits
- HAZARDOUS AREA CERTIFICATION: ATEX, IECEx, FM, cULus for Ex ia IIC/IIB (Intrinsic Safety)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING: DIN Rail Mount (35mm), IP20 Protection, -20°C to +60°C Operating Temperature
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Integration of PROFIBUS PA instrumentation into PROFIBUS DP-based DCS/PLC systems in chemical, pharmaceutical, and oil & gas industries.