Tasks of the RS 485-iS coupler

• Conversion of the electrical PROFIBUS DP RS 485 transmission technology into the intrinsically-safe RS 485?iS transmission technology with a transmission rate of 1.5 Mbps
• Required to connect intrinsically-safe PROFIBUS DP stations, e.g. ET 200iSP or devices from other vendors with Ex i DP connection
• Acts as a safety barrier
• Additional use as a repeater in the hazardous area
• Passive bus station (no configuration necessary)
• Certified according to ATEX 100a