Circuit separator ExP-DISEP

ExP-DISEP type circuit separator is a device designed for separation between intrinsically safe and non-intrinsically safe circuits.

The non-intrinsically safe circuit contains the ExP-DISEP separator coil, while its changeover contact is connected to an intrinsically safe circuit with a protection level of Ex ia or ib. The circuit separator enables the transfer of information from non-intrinsically safe control circuits to intrinsically safe circuits of automation systems.

ExP-DISEP separator consists of:
• a socket with screw terminals and electronics,
• a miniature electromagnetic relay,
• an insulating spacer.

The separator is designed for installation in control cabinets and electrical equipment boxes designed for operation in difficult environmental conditions. Due to its construction, the device can be used in both the chemical and mining industries. The narrow housing and insulating spacer provide the required distance between two successive intrinsically safe circuits.
The product can be used underground in mines in workings classified as "a", "b" or "c" methane explosion hazard and "A" or "B" coal dust explosion hazard only and exclusively after installation in a flameproof Ex d enclosure.
The product can be used in explosion hazard areas only and exclusively after installation in an enclosure with appropriate explosion protection.

Properties

  • Galvanic separation of circuits by means of a contact
  • Screw terminals for wires with a cross-section of up to 2.5 mm2
  • Wide range of ambient temperatures Intended for use with devices in zones 0, 20, 1, 21, 2, 22 and mining
  • Compact size
  • Mounting on a 35mm DIN rail Installation outside the explosion hazard zone or in a flameproof enclosure Ex d or protection by an Ex t enclosure
  • LED operating status indicator

Power supply Un

24V AC/DC

Contact type

Switchable

Montage

Rail TH35 / TS35

Teminals

0,25…2,5mm2 (2 x 1,5 mm2­­)

Maximum tightening torque

0,3 Nm

Ambient temperature range Ta

-30°C ÷ +70°C

Protection degree EN 60529

IP20

Weight

45g

Dimensions (ø x H)

84,6 x 6,2mm x 98,5mm

Rated isolation voltage

250V AC

Rated surge voltage

4000V

Overvoltage category

III

Maximum switching frequency
- at rated voltage AC1

- without load


360 cycle/h

72000 cycle/h

Mechanical durability

> 107

ATEX IECEx certifications

  • I (M1) [Ex ia Ma] I
  • II (1)G [Ex ia Ga] IIC
  • II (1)D [Ex ia Da] IIIC

Application

  • Separation of non-intrinsically safe circuits from intrinsically safe circuits operating in an explosion hazard zone
  • Transferring information from non-intrinsically safe control circuits to intrinsically safe automation systems