Emerson VE4036P2 KJ3241X1-BA1 Model KJ3241X1-BA1 Interface

Emerson DeltaV VE4036P2 KJ3241X1-BA1 Serial Interface Module

The VE4036P2 (Model: VE4036P2 KJ3241X1-BA1) is a high-performance Serial Interface Card designed for the Emerson DeltaV™ Distributed Control System (DCS). While frequently confused with standard analog cards in general literature, this module is specifically engineered to facilitate robust digital communication between DeltaV controllers and foreign serial devices.

It provides two programmable ports supporting RS232, RS422, and RS485 protocols, enabling the integration of Motor Control Centers (MCCs), weigh scales, and specialized analytical instrumentation. By utilizing the KJ3241X1-BA1 (Part Number: KJ3241X1-BA1) card alongside its associated terminal block, engineers can achieve deterministic data exchange with secondary systems, ensuring that mission-critical process variables are integrated directly into the DeltaV control strategy without the need for external gateways.

Advanced Communication and Diagnostic Logic

The VE4036P2 acts as an intelligent bridge, offloading the CPU-intensive tasks of serial framing and protocol conversion from the main controller. Each port on the KJ3241X1-BA1 (Part Number: KJ3241X1-BA1) is independently configurable via the DeltaV Explorer software, allowing for simultaneous communication with two different device types at different baud rates.

Integrated diagnostic LEDs provide real-time feedback on transmit (TX) and receive (RX) activity, as well as hardware health status. The module's robust 1500V isolation protects the internal DeltaV logic bus from electrical noise and ground loops common in industrial environments, particularly when communicating over long-distance RS485 cable runs.

Detailed Technical Specifications

The VE4036P2 KJ3241X1-BA1 (Model: VE4036P2) is optimized for M-Series hardware, providing advanced galvanic isolation and protocol flexibility.

• Manufacturer: Emerson Automation Solutions

• Model Number: VE4036P2

• Card Part Number: KJ3241X1-BA1

• Terminal Block Number: KJ3241X1-EA1

• Series: DeltaV™ DCS M-Series

• Product Type: Serial Interface Module (Simplex)

• Communication Ports: 2 Isolated Serial Ports

• Supported Protocols: Modbus RTU (Master/Slave), ASCII, Programmable Serial Logic

• Interface Types: RS232, RS422, RS485 (Half/Full Duplex)

• Baud Rates: 300 to 115,200 baud

• Isolation: 1500 VDC galvanic isolation (Field-to-System)

• Power Supply: 24 VDC nominal (supplied via DeltaV backplane)

• Current Consumption: 150 mA typical

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C

• Dimensions: 3.8 cm x 10.2 cm x 11.4 cm

• Weight: 0.2 kg (Module); 0.78 kg (Shipping weight with packaging)