Description
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Emerson |
| Product Family | DeltaV M-Series |
| Model Number | KJ4001X1-NB1 |
| Part Number | 12P3368X012 |
| Revision | REV:E |
| Product Description | 1-Wide I/O Carrier Extender Left |
| Function | LocalBus dual left cable extension |
| LocalBus Power | 12 VDC at 8 A |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Relative Humidity | 5 to 95% non-condensing |
| Shock Rating | 10g half sine wave for 11 ms |
| Vibration Rating | 1 mm peak-to-peak from 2 to 13.2 Hz; 0.7g from 13.2 to 150 Hz |
| Airborne Contaminant Rating | ISA-S71.04 Class G3 |
| Hazardous Area Rating | Class I Division 2 / Zone 2 certifications available |
| Maximum Extender Distance | Combined carrier and extender length not exceeding 6.5 m |
| Installation Type | DeltaV I/O carrier expansion architecture |
Product Introduction
Emerson KJ4001X1-NB1 12P3368X012 REV:E Product Introduction
The Emerson KJ4001X1-NB1 12P3368X012 REV:E is a DeltaV M-Series LocalBus extender used to increase physical distance between I/O carrier assemblies and controller-side hardware. It is installed in applications where standard I/O carrier placement cannot meet cabinet layout or remote enclosure requirements.
This module is mainly valuable during DeltaV system expansions, cabinet modifications, and legacy DCS maintenance projects. It helps plants preserve existing I/O architectures without redesigning complete hardware layouts. Verify carrier compatibility and installation requirements against the DeltaV hardware manual before replacement.

KJ4001X1-NB1
Application Scenarios & Field Pitfalls (The Engineer’s Perspective)
Engineering Pain Point
A common field issue appears during plant expansions: the control cabinet is full, but the existing DeltaV I/O architecture cannot physically reach the new termination location. Engineers often face a choice between expensive cabinet redesigns or extending the existing LocalBus infrastructure. The KJ4001X1-NB1 is used in these situations to maintain the existing DeltaV M-Series I/O arrangement while adding physical flexibility.
Typical Applications
- Oil & Gas – Expansion of process control cabinets for separator, compressor, and pump monitoring systems.
- Chemical Processing – Remote placement of analog and digital I/O carriers near reactors, skids, and utility systems.
- Power Generation – DeltaV-based auxiliary control systems requiring additional I/O cabinet spacing.
- Water Treatment – Distributed instrumentation panels where field wiring distance requires cabinet separation.
Technical Pitfalls to Avoid
- Do not install or remove the extender under energized conditions.
The LocalBus extender must not be disconnected while system power is active. Field technicians have damaged DeltaV hardware by treating these modules like simple passive connectors. Power isolation is required before removal. - Check total LocalBus extension length before installation.
Exceeding the allowed carrier and extender distance can create communication issues that are difficult to diagnose during commissioning. Confirm the complete rack topology first. - Verify mechanical position and extender direction.
The NB1 version is a left-side extender. Installing the wrong extender orientation can prevent proper carrier alignment and cause unnecessary troubleshooting during startup.
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