PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
PEPPERL & FUCHS 277773 - K-System Intrinsic Safety Switch Amplifier
The PEPPERL & FUCHS KFD2-CD-EX1.CN is a K-System intrinsic safety barrier, specifically a switch amplifier, engineered for the galvanic isolation and control of intrinsically safe circuits within hazardous area applications. It facilitates the safe operation of field devices such as solenoid valves, sounders, or LEDs by providing a relay output, ensuring compliance with intrinsic safety standards for Zone 0, 1, and 2 environments.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: K-System (KFD2)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Intrinsic Safety Switch Amplifier
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 20-35 VDC
- POWER CONSUMPTION: <= 1.5 W
- OUTPUT TYPE: 1-channel, Relay (changeover contact)
- OUTPUT SWITCHING CAPACITY: Max. 250 VAC / 125 VDC, 2 A
- INPUT TYPE: Control input from safe area
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- FORM FACTOR: Compact DIN rail mount module
- TERMINATION: Screw terminals
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- FUNCTION: Controls intrinsically safe loads in hazardous areas
- ISOLATION: Galvanic isolation between input, output, and power supply
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP20
- MOUNTING: 35 mm DIN rail
- HAZARDOUS AREA CERTIFICATION: ATEX, IECEx, FM, cULus (for Zone 0, 1, 2 Class I, Div 1/2)
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -20 to +60 °C
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Process control, safety instrumented systems (SIS)
- APPLICATIONS: Driving solenoid valves, sounders, LEDs, and other intrinsically safe actuators in chemical, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, and general industrial hazardous locations.