Intrinsic Safety Barrier

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Intrinsic Safety Barriers are devices which limit the power (energy) that can be delivered from a safe area into a hazardous area. Explosions are therefore prevented, not just contained, in explosion-proof conduit and heavy cast housings.

Electrical energy (voltage and current) and total energy are held within safe limits, eliminating the possibility of an explosion due to excessive heat.


Last modified: 2020-12-01
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