Introduction
1.3 Active field splitter (AFS)
Active field distributors AFD4, AFD4 (FM), AFD8 and AFS
Product Information, 02/2015, A5E03775304-AC
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Debounce logic reduces interference when connecting and disconnecting the spur lines
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IP30 covers for connections of the main lines
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Diagnostics using LED displays
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Power supply by means of the field bus
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Screw gland on substrate
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Grounding terminal outside
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Degree of protection IP66
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Protective coating of printed circuit board
1.3
Active field splitter (AFS)
Active field splitter (AFS)
The AFS field distributor connects 2 FDC 157 couplers to a field bus segment. It enables
operation of coupler redundancy on the line this way.
The total number of field devices on the line is 31 devices limited by a maximum current of 1
A.
Functions
If a fault occurs, the main line automatically switches to the redundant FDC 157 coupler.
Properties
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2 M16 cable glands for the main line
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4 M16 cable glands for the segment
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Connection using screw-type terminals
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Reverse polarity protection connections
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IP30 covers for connections of the main lines
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Diagnostics using LED displays
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Power supply by means of the field bus
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Power failure backup in case of failure of a main line
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Screw gland on substrate
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Grounding terminal outside
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Degree of protection IP66
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Protective coating of printed circuit board
