Intrinsic Safety BarriersX57.pdfVIP

ISO 9001 R E G I S T E R E D I n t r i n s i c S a f e t y B a r r i e r s X 5 7 Intrinsic Safety Barriers are devices which limit the power (energy) that can be delivered from a safe area into a hazardous area. Explosions are therefore prevented, not just contained, as in expan- sion proof conduit and heavy cast housings. Not only is electrical energy (voltage and current) held within safe limits, but also total energy, eliminating the possibility of an explosion due to excessive heat. The use of barriers and a total intrinsically safe design philosophy offers considerable advantages from both cost and safety standpoints. The following features indicate the clear benefits of choosing an intrinsically safe design instead of an explosion-proof design, and reflect the unique features of the Series X57 family of barriers. ? All system components are immediately accessible — no time consuming opening of explosion proof housings. ? Personnel safety is assured because of low voltage operation. ? Standard wiring techniques in open cable trays or light gauge conduit save on material and labor cost during initial installation. ? Calibration and maintenance can be performed with the system in operation. ? Special skill levels are not needed to open heavy housings, to test for gas, or to shut down the process in order to service or operate the instrumentation. ? Barrier replacement is accomplished by simple exchange of plug-in modules. There is no need to disconnect wiring or to remove ground bars. ? Barriers are manufactured and stocked in the U.S.A. in Woodland Hills, California. (Los Angeles area) ? Multiple channels in one barrier minimize the total number of barrier modules needed and space required. The Ronan I.S. Barriers are plug-in modules containing one to four channels. Up to twenty barrier modules can be installed in a 20 position surface mounted chassis. Single barrier surface or DIN rail chassis are also available. Each module has eight screw terminals. The ter