Schneider Electric’s intrinsically safe I/O subsystem provides integration between Pepperl and Fuchs modular, intrinsically safe remote input/output (I/O) systems and EcoStruxure™ Foxboro DCS.
Overview
With built-in barriers and field connections, these integrated modules are the lowest-cost, smallest-footprint and easiest-to-maintain solution for mounting I/O modules in hazardous locations. Tight integration provides a transparent interface from which you can set up, configure and maintain intrinsic safety using standard Foxboro tools.
Features
Intrinsically safe — certified to support Zone 2, Div. 2 or Zone 22 (LB-style) environments, or Zone 1 or Zone 21 (FB-style) environments
Hot-swappable without a hot work permit
Built-in redundancy for communication modules, power supplies and bus interfaces
Full systems diagnostics and HART® communication to further enhance performance and availability
Benefits
Easier and safer maintenance
Increased engineering efficiency
Lower system cost
Higher availability
Flexible connection with any vendor’s HART field devices