KL3102X1-BA1 | Emerson DeltaV | I.S. AO 4-20 mA HART CHARM

Description

The Emerson KL3102X1-BA1 is an Intrinsically Safe (I.S.) Analog Output Characterization Module (CHARM) designed for the DeltaV S-series control system. It provides a precise 4-20 mA output signal to field devices, such as control valves and positioners, while supporting HART digital communication for advanced instrument diagnostics. 

Specifications

• Model Number: KL3102X1-BA1
• Output Type: Analog Output (AO) 4-20 mA with HART pass-through
• Field Circuit Power: +24 VDC at 56 mA
• CHARM Bus Power: +6.3 VDC at 0 mA
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)
• Humidity Limits: 5% to 95% Non-Condensing
• Shock Protection: 10g ½ Sinewave for 11ms
• Vibration Rating: 1mm Peak to Peak (2 to 13.2Hz); 0.7g (13.2 to 150Hz)
• Airborne Contaminants: ISA-S71.04–1985 Class G3 (Harsh environment)
• Terminal Keying: C2 position for secure module identification

Features

• Integrated Safety Barrier: Provides intrinsic safety protection directly within the CHARM, simplifying the engineering and installation of hazardous area loops.
• HART Communication Support: Enables bidirectional digital communication for remote configuration and health monitoring of smart field actuators.
• Flexible Marshalling: Allows for "any signal on any terminal" capability, reducing the physical footprint and complexity of traditional I/O wiring.
• Environmental Hardening: G3-rated coating ensures reliable performance in corrosive or chemically aggressive industrial atmospheres.
• Fail-Safe Design: Engineered to maintain predictable output states during communication loss or system faults to protect process integrity.
• Mechanical Coding: The C2 terminal block keying prevents accidental insertion of incorrect module types, protecting both the field device and the CHARM hardware.