The Yokogawa ANB10D-415/CU2N is an Intrinsic Safety Barrier, a critical component for ensuring safety in hazardous (potentially explosive) areas. It is designed for DIN rail mounting inside the safe area control panel.
Its primary function is to limit the energy (voltage and current) that can be transmitted from the safe-area control system (e.g., DCS, PLC) into a hazardous area where instruments like transmitters, solenoid valves, or switches are located. This prevents the electrical signals from providing a source of ignition for flammable gases, vapors, or dusts, thus ensuring intrinsic safety (IS).