Description
The Pepperl+Fuchs KCD2-SOT-Ex1.LB Switch Amplifier is an industrial signal interface module designed to connect NAMUR sensors or dry-contact devices with a control system. It forms part of the Pepperl+Fuchs K-System range of isolated barriers and supports signal transfer where electrical isolation and fault monitoring are important.
The module accepts a single field input and provides two transistor outputs. The second output can be configured to transmit the signal or a fault message. Built-in line-fault detection identifies input-circuit breaks and short circuits, helping maintenance teams diagnose sensor wiring issues. Configuration is handled through DIP switches on the module.
Key specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Pepperl+Fuchs |
| Model | KCD2-SOT-Ex1.LB |
| Product Type | Switch Amplifier / Isolated Barrier |
| Input | One NAMUR Sensor or Dry-Contact Input |
| Outputs | Two Transistor Outputs |
| Supply Voltage | 19–30 V DC |
| Maximum Output Rating | 30 V DC, 50 mA |
| Line-Fault Detection | Input Circuit Break and Short-Circuit Detection |
| Switching Frequency | Up to 5 kHz |
| Configuration | DIP Switches |
| Mounting | 35 mm DIN Rail |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | Approximately 12.5 × 119 × 114 mm |
| Protection Rating | IP20 |
| Functional Safety | Up to SIL 2, subject to the manufacturer’s safety documentation and application conditions |
Typical applications
– Industrial automation and process-control panels
– NAMUR proximity sensor interfaces
– Signal isolation for control systems
– Hazardous-area sensor signal interfacing when installed in an approved system
– Fault-monitored digital input circuits

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