{"product_id":"kcd2-scs-ex2-pepperl-fuchs-signal-conditioner-kc-system","title":"KCD2-SCS-Ex2 Pepperl+Fuchs Signal Conditioner KC-System","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePepperl+Fuchs KCD2-SCS-Ex2\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003eKCD2-SCS-Ex2\u003c\/strong\u003e Signal Conditioner utilized to execute bidirectional HART signal transmission and galvanic isolation across intrinsically safe field loop platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Nomenclature \u0026amp; Structural Code\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKC: KC-System high-density 12.5 mm housing platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD2: Dual-channel compact signal isolation architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCS: SMART transmitter power supply and current driver operational topology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEx: Intrinsic safety isolated barrier certification for hazardous locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2: Dual independent circuit channel configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElectrical \u0026amp; Physical Attributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKCD2-SCS-Ex2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePepperl+Fuchs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.10 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Unit Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5 mm x 119 mm x 114 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140 mm x 110 mm x 30 mm \u003ci\u003e(Shipping weight: 0.18 kg)\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 deg C to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax 1.4 W at 24 VDC operating loop load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19 VDC to 30 VDC via Power Rail or terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Signal Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\/4 mA to 20 mA with bidirectional HART pass-through\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Supply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin 16 V at 20 mA transmitter drive potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExplosion Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eATEX \/ IECEx Zone 0, 1, 2; Class I, Div 1, 2 (Ex i)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtective Barrier Architecture \u0026amp; Network Integrity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module utilizes integrated intrinsic safety (Ex i) barriers to enforce strict energy limitation within hazardous areas. Engineered for maximum DIN-rail mounting stability, the narrow 12.5 mm enclosure maintains physical alignment under continuous panel vibration. Internal protective networks enforce defined surge voltage protection limits to prevent field transients from penetrating control loops, maintaining low protocol conversion latencies during high-frequency bidirectional HART communication passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery Package Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x KCD2-SCS-Ex2 Signal Conditioner Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Removable Screw Terminal Connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Technical Installation Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eControl Panel Cabinet Wiring Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDIN-Rail Enclosure Mounting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the module on a standard 35 mm DIN mounting rail or Power Rail bus structure inside an IP54 rated enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngage the top rear mounting hook and press the lower body firmly until the retention clip snaps completely into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTerminal Wiring Architecture\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach intrinsically safe field cables from Zone 0\/1 transmitters strictly to the blue terminals 1 to 4 on the top side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect non-intrinsically safe control system I\/O cables to the green terminals 5 to 8 on the bottom side, maintaining a 50 mm clearance from hazardous wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Questions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat primary operational modes does each channel support?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach channel functions independently as either a SMART transmitter power supply or a SMART current driver for field actuators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs external auxiliary power required when operating in current driver mode?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the module requires a nominal 24 VDC auxiliary supply connected via the bottom power terminals or the Power Rail bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat signal frequency range is maintained for HART communication pass-through?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal conversion stages transmit bidirectional HART digital signals superimposed over the 0\/4 mA to 20 mA analog loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan this module be installed directly in ATEX Zone 2 areas?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the unit is certified for installation in Zone 2 \/ Class I, Div 2 areas when mounted inside an appropriately rated enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the channel packing density on the DIN mounting rail?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ultra-thin 12.5 mm housing provides two fully isolated Ex i channels within a single modular footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow are field loop fault conditions indicated on the module front panel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront-mounted red LED indicators illuminate to signal open-circuit or short-circuit line faults on individual field channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat mechanical step is required to remove terminal blocks during maintenance?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert a small flat-blade screwdriver into the terminal release slot to unlatch and pull the plug connector straight out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat shielding standard must be applied to field analog wiring?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField cables must use twisted-pair shielded conductors with the shield grounded at a single dedicated point on the safe-side earth bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pepperl+Fuchs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47508770717869,"sku":"KCD2-SCS-EX2","price":203.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/kcd2-rr-ex1_1.jpg?v=1789090626","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/kcd2-scs-ex2-pepperl-fuchs-signal-conditioner-kc-system","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}