Title: Pepperl+Fuchs VBA-4E1A-KE3-ZEJ/SR AS-Interface Digital I/O Module for Hazardous Areas - Zone 2/22 Certified

Product Overview:
The Pepperl+Fuchs VBA-4E1A-KE3-ZEJ/SR is a high-performance, robust AS-Interface (AS-i) digital I/O module meticulously engineered for reliable operation in demanding industrial environments, including hazardous locations classified as Zone 2/22. This advanced AS-i slave module seamlessly integrates four digital inputs and one digital output into your AS-i network, significantly simplifying wiring, reducing installation costs, and enhancing system diagnostics. Designed for distributed control applications, the VBA-4E1A-KE3-ZEJ/SR provides a compact and highly efficient solution for connecting a wide range of sensors and actuators directly to the AS-i bus. Its rugged construction, high ingress protection, and specialized hazardous area certifications make it an ideal choice for industries requiring uncompromising reliability, safety, and compliance in potentially explosive atmospheres. Leverage the power of AS-i to streamline your automation infrastructure with this dependable Pepperl+Fuchs module.

Key Features & Benefits:

AS-Interface V3.0 Compatibility: Ensures seamless integration into modern AS-i networks, offering advanced diagnostic capabilities, efficient data exchange, and robust communication.
Optimized Digital I/O Configuration: Features four digital inputs and one digital output, providing flexible and versatile connectivity for a wide array of industrial sensors, pushbuttons, and small actuators.
Hazardous Area Certification (Zone 2/22): Specifically designed and certified for safe and compliant operation in potentially explosive atmospheres, ensuring maximum safety in critical industrial settings.
Robust Industrial Design: Housed in a durable, compact enclosure with a high IP rating (IP67/IP68), offering excellent resistance to dust, water, vibration, and harsh environmental conditions.
Simplified Wiring & Reduced Costs: Utilizes the AS-i two-wire flat cable for simultaneous power and data transmission, dramatically reducing cabling complexity, installation time, and overall material costs.
Enhanced Diagnostics Capabilities: Provides comprehensive diagnostic information directly via the AS-i network, enabling quick fault identification, predictive maintenance, and minimizing costly downtime.
Quick & Easy Installation: Features user-friendly connection terminals and a compact form factor for rapid mounting and commissioning, whether in control cabinets or directly on machinery.
Flexible Mounting Options: Designed for versatile installation, allowing for optimal placement and integration within your existing or new automation infrastructure.
Reliable Performance: Engineered by Pepperl+Fuchs, a global leader in industrial automation, guaranteeing long-term stability, precision, and operational efficiency in critical applications.
Increased System Availability: Robust design and advanced diagnostics contribute to higher uptime and reduced maintenance efforts for your automated processes.

Applications:

Chemical and Petrochemical Plants: For precise monitoring and control of processes in Zone 2/22 hazardous areas, ensuring safety and operational integrity.
Oil & Gas Industry: Distributed I/O for sensors and actuators on pipelines, drilling rigs, refineries, and processing facilities in challenging environments.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Ensuring safe and compliant automation for process control and monitoring in controlled and potentially hazardous environments.
Food & Beverage Processing: Connecting sensors and actuators in washdown areas, hygienically sensitive zones, and areas with potential explosive dust.
Material Handling Systems: Integrating proximity sensors, limit switches, photoelectrics, and small actuators on conveyors, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotic cells.
Automotive Manufacturing: For distributed I/O in paint shops, assembly lines, or areas with potentially flammable vapors or dust.
Water and Wastewater Treatment: Monitoring levels, flow, valve positions, and pump status in demanding outdoor or indoor environments.
General Industrial Automation: Any application requiring robust, distributed I/O in demanding, harsh, or potentially hazardous locations where safety and reliability are paramount.

Technical Specifications:

Part Number: VBA-4E1A-KE3-ZEJ/SR
Alternative Part Number: VBA4E1AKE3ZEJSR
Manufacturer: Pepperl+Fuchs
Product Type: AS-Interface Digital I/O Module
AS-Interface Specification: AS-Interface V3.0
Number of Digital Inputs: 4
Number of Digital Outputs: 1 (PNP, short-circuit proof)
Connection Type (AS-i): AS-i Flat Cable (piercing technology)
Connection Type (I/O): M12 Connectors (e.g., 4-pin for inputs, 5-pin for output)
AS-i Address Range: 1-62 (configurable via AS-i master or addressing device)
Protection Degree: IP67 / IP68 (Dust tight, protected against temporary immersion and continuous immersion)
Operating Temperature: -25 °C to +70 °C (-13 °F to +158 °F)
Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to +185 °F)
Power Supply: Via AS-Interface Bus (24 V DC)
Hazardous Area Certification: Certified for Zone 2/22 hazardous areas (specific Ex marking details available upon request or in product documentation)
Housing Material: High-grade industrial plastic (e.g., PBT)
Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 110 mm x 40 mm x 30 mm (4.33 in x 1.57 in x 1.18 in)
Weight: 0.35 kg (0.77 lbs)
Mounting: DIN rail mounting or screw mounting options available
Status Indicators: LED indicators for AS-i communication, I/O status, and diagnostics