The Emerson DeltaV KL4101X1-BA1 is a high-density I/O carrier designed for the DeltaV Electronic Marshalling architecture. This model provides the mounting base and communication backplane for up to 12 individual Characterization Modules (CHARMs), allowing for flexible and modular field wiring.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Model Number | KL4101X1-BA1 |
| Component Type | CHARM I/O Carrier (12-slot) |
| System Compatibility | DeltaV S-series Electronic Marshalling |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 40 x 185 x 110 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 0.55 kg |
| Power Input | 24V DC (Redundant Power Bus) |
| Mounting | DIN Rail (Vertical or Horizontal) |
Operational Precautions
- Carrier Alignment: When connecting multiple carriers, ensure the power and communication bus connectors are perfectly aligned before snapping them together on the DIN rail.
- Slot Protection: Use blanking covers for any unused CHARM slots to prevent dust and environmental contaminants from fouling the gold-plated contact pins.
- Current Limits: Do not exceed the total power bus capacity when driving high-load field devices; verify the total current draw across all 12 CHARM slots.
- Grounding: Ensure the DIN rail is properly bonded to the system safety earth to maintain electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding for sensitive analog signals.
Common Q&A
Q: Can I hot-swap individual CHARMs on this carrier? A: Yes, one of the primary benefits of this carrier is the ability to remove and replace individual CHARM modules while the rest of the system remains operational.
Q: Does this carrier require a separate power supply for the field devices? A: The carrier distributes power from the redundant 24V DC bus; however, specific CHARM types (like isolated relays) may require their own external field power.
Q: Is this compatible with DeltaV M-series hardware? A: No, the KL4101X1-BA1 is specifically designed for the S-series Electronic Marshalling platform and utilizes a different physical form factor than M-series I/O.
Recommended Similar Models
- KL3002X1-BA1: Standard S-series I/O Interface for traditional wired modules.
- KL4101X1-BB1: An alternative revision of the CHARM carrier with updated bus logic.
- KJ3222X1-BA1: A common DeltaV digital output card for M-series systems.
- KJ3203X1-BA1: Analog input module often used in larger DeltaV architectures.
- VE4001S2T2B5: DeltaV Controller (M-series) used to manage I/O data processing.



