Description
Product Description
Overview
The KJ4110X1-BB1 from Emerson is a Series 2 Redundant Wireless I/O Gateway for DeltaV™ Distributed Control Systems. It enables seamless integration of WirelessHART® field instruments into the DeltaV network, bridging wireless sensors such as pressure, temperature, and vibration devices directly into process control loops. The module is engineered for high availability, typically deployed in redundant pairs to maintain uninterrupted wireless communication even during hardware failure.
Core Features
Reliable WirelessHART Connectivity
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Supports self-organizing WirelessHART mesh networks for >99% data reliability
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Transparent access to all HART variables, device diagnostics, and alerts
High Availability & Redundancy
DeltaV System Integration
Rugged Industrial Construction
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Conformal coating (G3) safeguards against moisture, chemical exposure, and corrosion
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Operating temperature range from -40°C to 70°C for field or cabinet installation
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Model Number |
KJ4110X1-BB1 |
| Module Type |
Series 2 Redundant Wireless I/O Gateway |
| Communication Protocol |
WirelessHART (IEC 62591) |
| Maximum Devices |
Up to 100 WirelessHART instruments (license-dependent) |
| Data Security |
AES-128 bit encryption |
| Operating Temperature |
-40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F) |
| Hazardous Area Certification |
ATEX / IECEx Class 1, Div 2 / Zone 2 |
| Mounting |
S-Series 2-Wide or 8-Wide Carrier |
| Redundancy |
Supported in redundant pair configuration |
| Weight |
Approx. 0.3 kg |
| Environmental Protection |
ISA-S71.04 Class G3, IP20 |
| Shock / Vibration |
10g half-sine, 11 ms; 1 mm P-P (2–13.2 Hz), 0.7g (13.2–150 Hz) |
Applications
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Integration of wireless field instruments in process plants
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Remote sensor deployment where cabling is cost-prohibitive
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High-availability control loops requiring uninterrupted wireless data
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Petrochemical, power generation, and industrial manufacturing environments
FAQ
Q: How many devices can the KJ4110X1-BB1 support?
A: Up to 100 WirelessHART instruments depending on the software license.
Q: Can this module operate in hazardous areas?
A: Yes, it meets ATEX and IECEx Class 1, Div 2 / Zone 2 certification requirements.
Q: Is this gateway hot-swappable?
A: Yes, it can be replaced without interrupting the wireless network.
Q: What redundancy features does it provide?
A: Designed for paired deployment; the secondary unit automatically assumes network management if the primary fails.