Emerson DeltaV CHARM I/O Modules: VE3051C0 KJ4001X1-BA3 12P3378X012 Wide Carrier Base Module —

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Emerson DeltaV CHARM I/O Series Technical Notes

The Emerson DeltaV CHARM (Characterization Module) I/O architecture represents a foundational technology in modern distributed control systems deployed across global heavy industry. Installations span petrochemical complexes, LNG terminals, nuclear power generation facilities, offshore platforms, and continuous-process refineries. The CHARM I/O subsystem — anchored by carrier bases such as the VE3051C0 KJ4001X1-BA3 12P3378X012 Wide Carrier Base Module — enables field-level signal characterization at the I/O card level, eliminating the need for marshalling cabinets and reducing wiring infrastructure by up to 40% compared to traditional DCS I/O architectures. The VE3051C0 carrier base is a 12-position wide format base designed to mount CHARM modules directly in the field junction box or cabinet, interfacing with the DeltaV Electronic Marshalling system. It is fully compatible with DeltaV v11.3 and later controller firmware revisions.

DeltaV CHARM I/O Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

Carrier Base Modules

• KJ4001X1-BA1: 8-position standard CHARM carrier base, DIN-rail mount, 24 VDC bus
• KJ4001X1-BA2: 8-position wide carrier base, enhanced EMI shielding, panel mount
• KJ4001X1-BA3 (VE3051C0 / 12P3378X012): 12-position wide carrier base, Electronic Marshalling, DeltaV v11.3+
• KJ4001X1-BA4: 12-position IS (Intrinsic Safety) carrier base, Zone 1 / Div 1 rated

Analog Input CHARMs (AI)

• KJ4002X1-BA1: 4–20 mA HART AI CHARM, single-channel, HART 5/6/7 pass-through
• KJ4002X1-BA2: 4–20 mA HART AI CHARM, IS version, Zener barrier integrated
• KJ4003X1-BA1: 1–5 VDC AI CHARM, single-channel, non-HART
• KJ4004X1-BA1: RTD/Thermocouple AI CHARM, TC types J/K/T/E/R/S/B, RTD PT100/PT1000
• KJ4004X1-BA2: RTD/TC AI CHARM, IS version, for hazardous area temperature measurement

Analog Output CHARMs (AO)

• KJ4005X1-BA1: 4–20 mA HART AO CHARM, single-channel, loop-powered, HART 5/6/7
• KJ4005X1-BA2: 4–20 mA HART AO CHARM, IS version, Zener barrier integrated

Discrete Input CHARMs (DI)

• KJ4006X1-BA1: 24 VDC DI CHARM, single-channel, dry contact / wet contact selectable
• KJ4006X1-BA2: 120 VAC DI CHARM, single-channel, high-voltage field input
• KJ4006X1-BA3: 24 VDC DI CHARM, IS version, NAMUR sensor compatible

Discrete Output CHARMs (DO)

• KJ4007X1-BA1: 24 VDC DO CHARM, single-channel, sourcing output, 1 A max
• KJ4007X1-BA2: 120 VAC DO CHARM, single-channel, triac output
• KJ4007X1-BA3: 24 VDC DO CHARM, IS version, for solenoid valve applications in hazardous areas

Communication & Power Infrastructure

• KJ4010X1-BA1: CHARM I/O Terminal Block, 12-position, for wide carrier -BA3/-BA4
• KJ4011X1-BA1: CHARM Power Supply Module, 24 VDC, 10 A, DIN-rail mount
• VE3008: DeltaV Electronic Marshalling Cabinet, pre-wired CHARM carrier assembly