{"product_id":"emerson-kl2101x1-ba1-charm-i-o-card-deltav-series","title":"Emerson KL2101X1-BA1 CHARM I\/O Card DeltaV Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for electronic marshalling and signal processing in Emerson DeltaV distributed control systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson KL2101X1-BA1\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eKL2101X1-BA1\u003c\/strong\u003e CHARM I\/O Card \/ CIOC) provides direct physical and electrical execution of field signal conversion and backplane communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModule Configuration and Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KL2101X1-BA1 operates as a CHARM I\/O Card (CIOC) designed for Emerson DeltaV S-series control networks. It coordinates electronic marshalling functions, routing field signals directly to control processors without traditional intermediate marshalling panels. The hardware architecture supports live insertion and removal (hot-swapping) to facilitate system maintenance without dropping active control loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKL2101X1-BA1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCHARM I\/O Card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeltaV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.8 kg (1.78 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.0 cm L x 16.0 cm W x 12.0 cm H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 deg C to 70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Power Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC at 2 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Power Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.3 VDC at 3.25 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHazardous Area Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eII 3G, Ex nA IIC T4 Gc \/ Ex ec IIC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess Control and Signal Isolation Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating within Emerson DeltaV distributed control architectures, the CIOC maintains isolated power distribution and channel communication paths. It regulates internal logic power requirements while managing high-precision signal processing for connected CHARMs, supporting deterministic loop execution across process automation nodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and Electrical Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e De-energize carrier power before mounting or dismounting the CIOC module to prevent backplane bus arcing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure cabinet ambient temperatures remain within the -40 deg C to 70 deg C operating range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Security:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fasten the card securely onto the DeltaV carrier baseplate to maintain structural stability and ground connection continuity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Area Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify that enclosure ratings comply with II 3G Ex ec \/ Ex nA installation requirements when deployed in classified process areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What control system platform is compatible with the KL2101X1-BA1?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The card is designed specifically for Emerson DeltaV distributed control systems and S-series carrier architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the primary function of this module in a control network?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: It serves as a CHARM I\/O Card (CIOC) executing electronic marshalling and high-precision signal processing for field devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What input power supply does the KL2101X1-BA1 require?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module requires an input power rating of 24 VDC at 2 A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What regulated output power does the module supply to the backplane?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: It delivers an output power rating of 6.3 VDC at 3.25 A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the operating temperature range of the unit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The operating temperature spans from -40 deg C to 70 deg C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the KL2101X1-BA1 be replaced while the system is powered?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the hardware design supports hot-swapping for maintenance without causing system downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the physical dimensions and weight of the card?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module measures 16.0 cm x 16.0 cm x 12.0 cm and weighs approximately 0.8 kg (1.78 lbs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What hazardous area certifications apply to this hardware?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: It carries a hazardous area rating of II 3G, Ex nA IIC T4 Gc \/ Ex ec IIC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emerson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68125091692717,"sku":"KL2101X1-BA1","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/kl2101x1-ba1_1.jpg?v=1794199650","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/emerson-kl2101x1-ba1-charm-i-o-card-deltav-series","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}